Tensions flared again in the disputed South China Sea after military personnel from China and the Philippines were involved in a physical confrontation during a maritime encounter near the contested Second Thomas Shoal, with videos of the incident circulating widely on social media. Read More: China issues warning to Philippines after military patrols in South China […]
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Typhoon Bavi Expected to Make Landfall on China’s Eastern Coast
After causing widespread damage in the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan, Typhoon Bavi is expected to make landfall along China’s eastern coast this morning. Chinese authorities have taken extensive precautionary measures, evacuating millions of residents from vulnerable coastal areas. Around two million people have been relocated from coastal areas of Zhejiang Province ahead of the storm. […]
Philippines reviews school safety after rare school shooting kills three students
Manila: Philippines authorities are reassessing school safety protocols and emergency preparedness following a rare and deadly school shooting that left three students dead and 20 others injured in Tacloban City. The attack occurred on Monday when two students, aged 15 and 14, allegedly opened fire inside a public high school, shocking a country where school […]
Three killed in rare school shooting in Philippines
At least three people were killed and five others injured in a rare school shooting incident at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, located in the central Philippine province of Leyte, according to police officials. The incident occurred on Monday morning at around 9:00 am local time (0100 GMT), prompting an immediate emergency […]
Sindh CM stresses significant trade potential with Philippines
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah attended the 128th Independence Day celebration of the Republic of the Philippines as the chief guest and reaffirmed Sindh’s commitment to strengthening relations between Pakistan and the Philippines in trade, agriculture, information technology, social welfare, and people-to-people exchanges. Addressing the gathering, the CM extended heartfelt congratulations to the […]
The Philippines: Pakistan’s Gateway to ASEAN
In an era dominated by discussions of great-power competition, strategic rivalries, and shifting geopolitical alignments, the importance of steady and enduring bilateral relationships is often overlooked. Yet some of the most resilient diplomatic partnerships are built not on military alliances or geopolitical headlines, but on decades of mutual respect, trust, and shared aspirations for development. […]
Philippines earthquake displaces 32,000 as tsunami fears spread
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern Philippines has displaced more than 32,000 people, killed at least 37, and injured nearly 500, as widespread panic over possible tsunami forced thousands to flee coastal and inland communities. Rescue teams continued search and recovery operations on Wednesday across damaged areas in Mindanao, the country’s second-largest island, […]
Gunfire erupts in Philippines Senate amid ICC arrest bid for senator
A burst of gunfire rang out Wednesday night in the Philippine Senate, where authorities have tried to arrest a senator who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for a charge of crime against humanity, an Associated Press journalist and other witnesses said. It wasn’t immediately clear what set off the gunfire or if there […]
Korean Air halts rooster transport on Philippines routes
Korean Air has announced a ban on transporting roosters on flights operating from the United States to the Philippines, a move welcomed by animal rights organisations campaigning against the international trade linked to cockfighting. Read More: Korean Air orders over 100 Boeing aircraft in record deal The airline confirmed that it has suspended the transportation of […]
Philippines declares national energy emergency amid Middle East conflict
MANILA — Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared a national energy emergency in response to the threat posed by the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran, citing risks to the country’s oil supply and overall energy security. Read More: PM Shehbaz calls for nationwide fuel conservation The executive order, signed on Tuesday, grants Marcos emergency […]