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Will China now play a long or short game against Taiwan?
Beijing [China], January 23 (ANI): Following the Taiwanese people's refusal to buckle to Chinese coercion in the January 13 elections, voting back into power the incumbent Democratic People's Party (DPP) with its new leader Lai Ching-te, opinion varies as to what Beijing's next course of action will be. Will China make a precipitative military move against Taiwan, or will it continue its policy of incessant coercion? Chin.....»»
Will China now play a long or short game against Taiwan?
Beijing [China], January 23 (ANI): Following the Taiwanese people's refusal to buckle to Chinese coercion in the January 13 elections, voting back into power the incumbent Democratic People's Party (DPP) with its new leader Lai Ching-te, opinion varies as to what Beijing's next course of action will be. Will China make a precipitative military move against Taiwan, or will it continue its policy of incessant coercion? Chin.....»»
China school fire: 13 dead
Beijing, China—Thirteen people have died in a school dormitory fire in central China’s Henan province, the official Xinhua news agency reported Saturday, January 20, 2024. The blaze at the Yingcai School in Henan’s Yanshanpu village was reported to the local fire department at 11 p.m. (1500 GMT) Friday night, Xinhua said. Thirteen people have been confirmed.....»»
China summons Philippines envoy as Manila congratulates Taiwan s President-elect
Beijing [China], January 16 (ANI): In swift action after the Taiwan election results, China summoned the Philippines ambassador as Manila congratulated the winner of Taiwan's presidential election, Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday. It reported that the Chinese side on Tuesday lashed out at the Philippines after President Ferdinand Marcos sent Taiwanese President-elect Lai Ching-te a note on his victory in the recent vote. T.....»»
China summons Philippines envoy as Manila congratulates Taiwan s President-elect
Beijing [China], January 16 (ANI): In swift action after the Taiwan election results, China summoned the Philippines ambassador as Manila congratulated the winner of Taiwan's presidential election, Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday. It reported that the Chinese side on Tuesday lashed out at the Philippines after President Ferdinand Marcos sent Taiwanese President-elect Lai Ching-te a note on his victory in the recent vote. T.....»»
FACT CHECK | Constitutionality, not ‘noble intentions’, basis for allowing joint ventures in West Philippine Sea – Supreme Court
In her column published on manilatimes.net on Dec. 23, 2023, Anna Malindog-Uy proposed, among others, possible joint ventures in the utilization of the resources in the South China Sea to pave the way for a non-confrontational resolution of maritime and territorial claims involving the Philippines and China. The article consistently used the term South China […].....»»
Escoda Shoal corals may be dead – expert
MANILA, Philippines — Almost all corals in the shallow waters of Escoda (Sabina) Shoal may be dead, a University of the Philippines (UP) marine scientist said Friday. Dr. Jonathan Anticamara, of the University of the Philippines Institute of Biology, said thi “I predict almost all of the [corals] in shallow waters of Escoda Shoal are.....»»
‘Ecological disaster’: Escoda Shoal corals may be dead – expert
MANILA, Philippines — Almost all corals in the shallow waters of Escoda (Sabina) Shoal may be dead, a University of the Philippines (UP) marine scientist said Friday. Dr. Jonathan Anticamara, of the University of the Philippines Institute of Biology, said this discovery was made during a two-day diving expedition in parts of Sabina Shoal. “I.....»»
Responding to crimes in the fisheries sector in Small Island Developing States: Insights from the Maldives
Food. Income. Nutrition. Economic security. Fisheries are deeply entwined in the lives of many coastal communities around the world, acting as a vital source of food, employment, tradition, and culture. Yet crimes in the fisheries sector - including illegal shipments of marine resources; illegal fishing; corruption; money l.....»»
China urged to open Panatag to international inspection
An independent third-party entity – possibly the United Nations or a respected environment group – should inspect Panatag (Scarborough) Shoal to validate the “incontrovertible proof” presented by the Philippine Coast Guard of China’s massive destruction of corals and other marine resources in the area, according to National Security Council assistant director general Jonathan Malaya......»»
Ensuring the biodiversity of the VIP
The beauty of our marine resources is not immediately obvious to most of the population, especially if they are not near the sea or are not sea lovers......»»
Philippine President rules out of deploying water cannons to counter Chinese attacks in South China Sea
Manila [Philipines], May 7 (ANI): Philippine President Bongbong Marcos on Monday ruled out installing water cannons on Philippine ships sailing through the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and said that the island nation will not respond to the Chinese attacks on Philipines marine vessels, Manila Times reported. The President said it would prefer to continue responding to South China Sea incidents through diplomatic means while.....»»
Philippine President rules out of deploying water cannons
Manila [Philipines], May 7 (ANI): Philippine President Bongbong Marcos on Monday ruled out installing water cannons on Philippine ships sailing through the West Philippine Sea (WPS) and said that the island nation will not respond to the Chinese attacks on Philipines marine vessels, Manila Times reported. The President said it would prefer to continue responding to South China Sea incidents through diplomatic means while.....»»
Local actions with ripple effects: Making waves through coastal cleanup efforts
Amid coastal communities in the country, an encouraging chapter in environmental stewardship is unfolding, showing how the public and private sectors can work hand in hand to become a line of defense towards the realization of cleaner coastlines and healthier marine ecosystems. As an archipelago, the Philippines is renowned for its stunning beaches framed by.....»»
Samal-Davao bridge project begins on May despite concerns on marine life
In an effort to appease concerns on the environmental impact of building the Samal Island – Davao City bridge, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) announced Monday, April 22 that it will set up a craneway in delivering its materials......»»
UP-Diliman renames marine science building
The University of the Philippines has renamed the UP Diliman Marine Science Institute (MSI)’s building as the Edgardo D. Gomez Hall, after the national scientist who founded the institute......»»
Xinhua world economic news summary at 1100 GMT, April 19
CAIRO -- The Egyptian cabinet approved on Thursday the establishment of a special free zone to manufacture, maintain, and export marine yachts to meet standards on par with those of Europe and other international counterparts, according to a government statement. The special free zone, named the Suez Canal Company for Modern Boats, will span 51,150 square meters south of Safaga town along the Red Sea coast, more.....»»
Michelle Dee sa 1st date nila ng look-alike ni Papa P: It was very good!
SA wakas, natuloy din ang pagde-date ni Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee at ng Cebuano lawyer na si Oliver Moeller. Nag-click agad ang dalawa sa kanilang first date kasabay ng discovery nila sa kanilang common interest sa buhay — ang marine biology. Baka Bet Mo: Heart nagpaka-fan girl sa isang kandidato; Kapamilya shows humahataw.....»»
Michelle Dee, Papa P lookalike Oliver Moeller go on 1st date
Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee and Cebu lawyer Oliver Moeller hit it off right away and discovered a common interest in marine biology on their recent date. .....»»
Coast guard ship visit highlights shared problems for PH, India — external affairs minister
The arrival of the Indian pollution control vessel in Manila brought attention to the shared challenges in marine pollution encountered by both India and the Philippines, according to India’s external affairs minister......»»