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China, Not Russia, Still Tops List of Threats to US
WASHINGTON - Russia's war in Ukraine - portrayed by top U.S. officials as posing a danger to the United States itself - still trails China when it comes to long-term threats to America's security, according to a top Pentagon official.The warning from Ely Ratner, the Defense Department's assistant secretary for Indo-Pacific security affairs, comes in testimony prepared for a hearing Wednesday by the House Armed S.....»»
‘Marites warfare’
A foreign diplomat must be a naif to take the word of a middle-level military officer as the official stand of the national government......»»
DFA warns vs ‘false narratives’ on Ayungin
The Department of Foreign Affairs has warned the public against false narratives being spread by China to sow discord among Filipinos, including its “unverifiable” recording of a phone conversation between a ranking Philippine military officer and a Chinese diplomat purportedly on an agreement on a “new model” for managing the situation in Ayungin Shoal......»»
Cacdac, 25 pang Marcos appointee gigisahin sa CA
Gigisahin ng Commission on Appointments ang bagong talagang kalihim ng Department of Migrant Workers na si Hans Leo Cacdac, kasama ang walong military general at 17 career diplomat. The post Cacdac, 25 pang Marcos appointee gigisahin sa CA first appeared on Abante......»»
Philippines tells China to leave Panatag now, summons envoy
Two days after two of its ships were attacked and damaged with water cannons by the Chinese coast guard, the Philippine government yesterday summoned Beijing’s second highest diplomat in Manila to relay its protest and demand that Chinese ships immediately leave Panatag Shoal where the attacks took place......»»
PH set to open Helsinki embassy this year
The Philippines is set to open an embassy in Helsinki, Finland later this year, aiming to enhance trade and relations between the two nations, a Finnish diplomat who recently visited the Philippines said. During his two-day visit on April 11 and April 12, Jarno Syrjälä, Finland’s Undersecretary of State for International Trade, discussed areas of.....»»
‘From worst airport to pest airport’
A senior citizen reader who is a retired diplomat sent me this short note asking what’s happening to our airport......»»
‘He can be a diplomat’: Charismatic Naga priest is new bishop of Virac
Father Luisito Occiano, a longtime priest in Naga City, is set to lead the Diocese of Virac after its bishop for the past three decades retired.....»»
Adoption of Gibo’s defense concept backed by expert
The Marcos administration’s adoption of a Comprehensive Archipelagic Defense Concept is a move in the right direction and a manifestation of its seriousness in tackling external security challenges, particularly China’s growing aggressiveness in the West Philippine Sea......»»
Cebu Daily Newscast: Bamban mayor Alice Guo says she spent just P134,000 in 2022 campaign
Listen to Cebu Daily Newscast and get the latest stories in and around Cebu. Here’s what you need to know on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Bamban mayor Alice Guo says she spent just P134,000 in 2022 campaign How far can P134,000 go? For Alice Guo, this was enough to win the mayoralty of Bamban, a.....»»
To raise gov’t revenues, Recto says solution need not involve new taxes
New Finance Secretary Ralph Recto says non-tax efforts like helping businesses comply with the law will help government meet its revenue targets.....»»
Pope Francis says war is in itself a crime against humanity
'People need peace, the world needs peace,' Pope Francis says.....»»
Kim pak na pak ang hugutan ng feelings: Sorry, may mahal na akong iba!
BENTANG-BENTA sa madlang pipol ang “banatan” ng hugot ng mga host ng “It’s Showtime” sa May 18 episode ng “EXpecially For You” segment. Pak na pak ang naging dialogue ng TV host-actress na si Kim Chiu nang mapag-usapan ng tropa ang tungkol sa mga ex-dyowa. Ang naging guest sa naturang episode ng “EXpecially For You”.....»»
Philippines, US eye wider space tech cooperation for maritime security
In a joint statement on Tuesday, Manila and Washington said both governments agreed that Earth observation is a priority area for bilateral cooperation during their first bilateral space dialogue earlier this month. .....»»
Navigating brand activism
The Philippines is experiencing a notable shift in corporate practice and behavior, reflecting a broader, global movement toward brands that are not just about profits but are deeply engaged in societal, environmental, and political dialogue. This change stems from a growing desire and demand among consumers for companies to contribute more meaningfully to societal welfare, pushing the boundaries of traditional business roles......»»
US, China defense chiefs hold first call since 2022
Pentagon - U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke with his Chinese counterpart on Tuesday, the first dialogue between the two countries' defense chiefs in nearly 17 months.The Pentagon said Austin and Chinese Admiral Dong Jun discussed "defense relations" and global security issues from Russia's unprovoked war in Ukraine to recent provocations from North Korea. A press release said Austin stressed the importa.....»»
Bulol moment ni Anne Curtis, pinagpiyestahan sa socmed
Trending muli ang 'It’s Showtime' moment ni Anne Curtis sa episode nitong Miyerkoles matapos ang makwela niyang pagkabulol sa kanyang teleprompter dialogue sa segment nitong 'EXpecially for You'. The post Bulol moment ni Anne Curtis, pinagpiyestahan sa socmed first appeared on Abante......»»
Bulol moment ni Anne Curtis, pinagpiyestahan sa socmed
Trending muli ang 'It’s Showtime' moment ni Anne Curtis sa episode nitong Miyerkoles matapos ang makwela niyang pagkabulol sa kanyang teleprompter dialogue sa segment nitong 'EXpecially for You'. The post Bulol moment ni Anne Curtis, pinagpiyestahan sa socmed first appeared on Abante......»»
Death knell
Members of the House of Representatives were hoping for a dialogue with senators on Charter change while Congress is not in session, during the long break starting before Palm Sunday......»»
CLLEx right-of-way row resolved; project to resume Q2 — Zambales guv
The Central Luzon Link Expressway, which has faced long delays due to right-of-way claims, got a new lease in life after a dialogue between project officials and landowners affected by the project resolved problems besetting the government project......»»