Trump hosts Israel, Bahrain, UAE peace ceremony
US President Donald Trump will host a ceremony Tuesday where Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates normalize relations with Israel, redrawing the Middle East's diplomatic map---and boosting the Republican's reelection hopes......»»
Phl Navy commissions 2 ex-US patrol vessels
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Monday the need for the defense sector to "revision and re-horizon" the country’s strategic approaches in order to become responsive to the “challenges of the times.” “This is a task, I have given the General headquarters — aligned with past pronouncements that we have to revision and re-horizon our strategic thoughts — from strategic principles, defense planning guidances, to our modernization to our strategic basic — in order for us to be more responsive to the challenges of the times,” Teodoro said during the ceremonial christening and commissioning of the BRP Valentine Diaz (PS177) and BRP Ladislao Diwa (PS178) at the Philippine Navy headquarters at Naval Station Jose Andrada, Roxas Boulevard, Manila. Teodoro said the coming of the latest to the Philippine Navy Littoral Combat Fleet is crucial to the AFP’s efforts to boost its littoral defense operations and capabilities, especially in defending the country’s sovereign rights over the 200 nautical mile-exclusive economic zone and other jurisdictions of the Philippines. “This is a welcome and timely addition to the Philippine Fleet because the sooner we can complete, of course in coordination with our partners in the Philippine Coast Guard, our littoral defenses, the sooner we can pursue our vast position in defending our sovereign rights,” he said. The latest Filipino navy vessels were donated by the United States government under its Excess Defense Article program. “We are grateful for the support of the United States and all our allies and like-minded nations. Because the paradigm here is not for anything else, but to preserve a rules-based international order, to preserve the primacy of international law in setting maritime boundaries and in settling disputes,” he said. Allied nations willing to engage with a rules-based international order, maritime domain awareness and respect for international law "are welcome in the Philippines. Not welcome are those who are not sincere in discussing the country’s defense posture in terms of diplomacy,” he added. Teodoro called on Filipinos to stand by the country. “Wala na po tayong ibang bansa. Tindigan natin ito ng mahusay, tindigan natin ng may utak, tindigan at mahalin natin ating bansa,” he said. Meanwhile, US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said the commissioning of the two latest navy ships is an “illustration of Washington’s continued collaboration” with the Philippines in pursuit of the modernization goals of the AFP. “This ceremony symbolizes continued U.S. support for our Philippine Navy allies, who are on the frontlines defending Philippine sovereign rights in the South China Sea, or West Philippine Sea,” she added. The BRP Valentin Diaz and BRP Ladislao Diwa were acquired through the US foreign military financing program, amounting to $13.8 million or P780 million. “The Philippines is the largest recipient of US military assistance in the Indo-Pacific, merited by the ambitious agenda we have set together for our alliance,” Carlson said. The BRP Valentin Diaz, formerly USS Chinook (PC-9), is the ninth Cyclone-class patrol ship of the US Navy. The BRP Ladislao Diwa, formerly USS Monsoon (PC-4), is the US Navy's fourth Cyclone-class patrol ship. These two Cyclone-class patrol vessels were transferred upon decommissioning in Bahrain on 18 March and were delivered to the Philippines last May. Carlson said: “Their dedicated service and the missions they undertake are central to the shared U.S.-Philippine goal of ensuring a free, open and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.” “The Valentin Diaz and Ladislao Diwa are entering into service for the Philippine Navy at an important time when the maritime security environment in the Indo-Pacific is increasingly complex,” Carlson underscored. “From patrolling Philippine waters to protecting legitimate economic activity and combatting illegal fishing, to delivering humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, the missions undertaken by these two vessels will not be easy,” she added. The post Phl Navy commissions 2 ex-US patrol vessels appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
UAE, Bahrain normalize ties with Israel, sign peace deal
The United Arab Emirates hopes the accord to normalize ties with Israel being signed Tuesday will ease tensions that have proved “disastrous” for the region, an Emirati official said. The minister of state for foreign affairs, Anwar Gargash, held a virtual media conference ahead of the signing ceremony in Washington, where Bahrain and Israel were […] The post UAE, Bahrain normalize ties with Israel, sign peace deal appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Trump hosts Israel, Bahrain, UAE peace ceremony
US President Donald Trump will host a ceremony Tuesday where Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates normalize relations with Israel, redrawing the Middle East's diplomatic map---and boosting the Republican's reelection hopes......»»
Bahrain school holds graduation on F1 circuit
As coronavirus bans wreak havoc on school-leaving events, one Bahrain school has honored its seniors with a “drive-through” graduation ceremony complete with fireworks at the kingdom’s Formula One circuit. In rows of well-spaced vehicles, students and their families lined up Wednesday evening in front of the main podium of Bahrain International Circuit, where Grand Prix […] The post Bahrain school holds graduation on F1 circuit appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Numerous Individuals and Businesses Profit from Trump Media Stock
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Israel bombs Gaza, fights Hamas around hospitals
Israeli forces pounded besieged Gaza on Wednesday and fought Hamas around several hospitals, despite a UN Security Council demand for a ceasefire. Talks in Qatar towards a truce and hostage release deal involving US and Egyptian mediators have brought no result so far, with Israel and the Palestinian militant group blaming each other. READ: Israel.....»»
His Peace
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Isaiah 26:3.....»»
Trending tickers: Trump Media, Tesla, Bitcoin and DS Smith
Former US president Donald Trump’s media firm, Trump Media & Technology Group, had a successful stock market debut in New York, with shares soaring past.....»»
Paolo Contis masaya sa paglipat ng ‘It’s Showtime’ sa GMA
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New DCPO chief to focus on personnel morale, asset optimization
THE Davao City Police Office (DCPO) bid farewell to PCol. Alberto Lupaz and welcomed its new City Director, PCol. Richard Bad-ang, in a turn-over ceremony at the Camp Captain Domingo E. Leonor on March 22......»»
Australia s reputation among Pacific neighbours weakening
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8ID deploys troops to secure Negros Oriental’s BSKE 2023
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Philippine women s ice hockey back with a bang, trounces Kyrgyzstan in IIHF tiff
The Philippine women’s ice hockey reintroduced itself to the international stage Sunday night with a convincing 7-4 victory against hosts Kyrgyzstan at the 2024 IIHF Women’s Asia and Oceania Cup at the Bishkek Arena......»»
Over 2,700 cops in Western Visayas promoted in mass ceremony
Over 2,700 cops in Western Visayas promoted in mass ceremony.....»»
Australia s reputation among Pacific neighbours weakening
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Trump to face jurors in April before facing US voters in November
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Singaporean embassy in India extends Holi wishes, shares images of celebrations in Barsana
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NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force
The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union. "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»