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Japan policy paper to focus on US, Philippines to counter China
Tokyo [Japan], March 23 (ANI): Japan released a draft of its annual foreign policy report stating that it will pay attention to the importance of boosting collaboration with the United States and the Philippines to counter China's assertive behaviour in the Indo-Pacific region, Kyodo news reported on Thursday. The Diplomatic Bluebook for 2024 will also underscore that Tokyo "cannot afford to waste even a moment" to solve.....»»
Diffusing tension
In his 2024 State of the Union Address, President Joseph Biden doubled down on his rhetoric against China as he boasted revitalized partnerships in the Pacific. He rattled off India, Australia, Japan, South Korea and the Pacific Islands. He said the United States is standing up against China’s economic practices while standing up for peace across the Taiwan Strait......»»
4 Makati employees sue Taguig city government
Four employees of the local government of Makati filed charges of illegal detention and grave coercion against the Taguig city government yesterday in connection with the locking of the disputed Makati Park and Garden on March 3......»»
Makati files graft raps vs 3 Taguig employees
The local government of Makati yesterday filed graft cases against three Taguig City Hall employees before the Office of the Ombudsm.....»»
Travel agency owners, employees charged over booking scam
Criminal charges have been filed against the owners and employees of a travel agency for allegedly duping their clients, police announced on Friday......»»
2 ex-employees tagged in guard’s beheading
Police are preparing charges against two former employees of a car dealership where a guard was beheaded in Quezon City last month, an official said yesterday......»»
Dog rabies cases in Cebu City ‘alarming’; City Vet calls out irresponsible pet owners
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The City Veterinary Office (CVO) is calling all the “irresponsible” pet owners to have their dogs vaccinated after Cebu City observed an “alarming” number of dog rabies cases from January to June 2024. Utlang said on Wednesday that in 2023, the city recorded 17 rabies cases for the entire year. READ.....»»
Senior citizens urged to take precautions vs COVID-19
With the detection of new COVID-19 variants in the Philippines, senior citizens and the immunocompromised are advised to continue wearing face masks and get vaccinated.....»»
Over 2K infants receive critical immunizations
DR. JULINDA Acosta, chief of the City Health Office (CHO)-Technical Division, reported that the City Government of Davao has vaccinated approximately 500 infants aged zero to 23 months with their first dose of Pneumococcal Vaccine (PCV) from April 24 to 27, 2024......»»
BSP: Monetary Board functioned as ‘normal’ amid ghost employees issue
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas said that its Monetary Board has not affected its operations amid reported "ghost employees," which allegedly involved two members of MB......»»
Suarez fights Lebron in Texas in April
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Charly “King’s Warrior” Suarez will square off against Puerto Rican Henry “Moncho” Lebron on April 13 in Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. Suarez, who is aiming for a world title this year, must defeat Lebron to elevate his ranking in the super featherweight world rankings. Both fighters are undefeated: Suarez boasts 16.....»»
Rama: 1 sack of rice for hardworking rank and file employees
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama will give a sack of rice to City Hall employees who worked hard for the success of the recent Sinulog. Rama made this pronouncement during his speech in the awarding ceremony of Sinulog 2024 held on Monday, Jan. 22, at the South Road Properties (SRP). “Those.....»»
Charter Day bonus for Cebu City gov’t employees ‘still pending’
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Charter Day bonus for Cebu City government employees is still subject to deliberation, meaning there is no definite final date yet as to when it will be given. Councilor Noel Wenceslao, chairman of the Committee on Budget and Finance, has confirmed that Supplemental Budget 1, which includes allocations for the.....»»
PhlPost partners with USAID on e-commerce initiatives
Recognizing the potential of the Philippine Postal Corp. (PhlPost) as an important partner in expanding e-commerce, even in rural areas, the United States Agency for International Development Philippines is extending its technical assistance through its Strengthening Private Enterprises for the Digital Economy Activity. The initiative aims to help PhlPost develop its digitalization roadmap as part of its modernization program. .....»»
A Quick Guide to Online Gambling and Financial Responsibility
With the rise of PAGCOR accredited online gambling platforms, many individuals are drawn to the allure of quick wins and entertainment. However, the world of online gambling will require extreme caution and financial responsibility to avoid potential pitfalls and safeguard one’s financial well-being. Understanding the Risks Online gambling can be enticing, but it comes with […].....»»
Calorie counts on menus required for Quezon City restaurants
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has approved an ordinance that will require restaurants, fastfood chains and other food establishments to publish the calorie count of food items on their menus......»»
Envi group urges Senate to probe Samal-Davao bridge project
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 15 January) – The Sustainable Davao Movement has called on the Senate to investigate the implementation of the Samal Island-Davao City Connector (SIDC) project due to the ties of the government’s winning contractor, China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), to the China Communications Construction Company Limited (CCCC), which the United States government blacklisted in […].....»»
Crew of Iran-Held Tanker Safe, Greek Owners Say
Athens, Greece - The crew of a tanker seized by Iran's navy this week in a row with the United States are safe, the vessel's Greek owners said on Sunday.Empire Navigation said in a statement that an associate had contacted Iranian authorities and reported that 'all the crew members on board the St. Nikolas are safe and in good health.'The company added that it had not been itself able to directly contact.....»»
Delicious fruit products from the Philippines are best-sellers in the EU market
Starting off in 2008 with an initial capitalization of P5 million, the company produced banana chips, with the first export in 2014 to the United States......»»
Our future stands strong with the trilateral agreement
The upcoming trilateral meeting between the United States, Japan and the Philippines at the White House is perhaps one of the most consequential and significant official trips ever – perhaps even the most important engagement of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. – mainly because it will not only strengthen our relationship with the US and Japan, but will advance economic growth and boost efforts to promote peace and security not only in the Indo-Pacific region but all around the world......»»