US-Philippines Relations to Continue Under New Trump Administration
The Philippines assures continued cooperation with the incoming Trump administration, focusing on defense, trade, and education. Malacañang emphasizes shared history and peace.
The Philippines assures continued cooperation with the incoming Trump administration, focusing on defense, trade, and education. Malacañang emphasizes shared history and peace.
Senator Angara supports the Department of Education’s promise to maintain transparency and accountability in its procurement and bidding processes, while addressing public concerns and ensuring compliance with regulations.
The Commission on Audit (COA) reports deficiencies in receipts submitted by the Office of the Vice President (OVP) for P125 million in secret funds. COA flags over P73 million for unexplained expenditures. Lawmakers call for stricter fund management.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed 15 significant laws during the congressional recess, targeting reforms in agriculture, education, defense, and the judiciary. These legislative actions reflect a proactive approach to national issues, aiming to drive growth and stability across various sectors.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. chooses not to respond to Vice President Sara Duterte’s controversial statement about exhuming his father’s remains. The tension highlights complex political dynamics in the Philippines.
The Senate inquiry on Rodrigo Duterte’s drug war reignites debates over human rights abuses, accountability, and the campaign’s impact on Filipino families.
The Philippine government’s debt has surged to an unprecedented ₱15.89 trillion by the end of September, marking a significant increase due to new borrowings aimed at addressing the budget deficit.
The Makabayan bloc has urged the Senate to share documents with the ICC regarding former President Rodrigo Duterte’s comments on the drug war, which involved encouraging police to provoke suspects.
President Marcos appoints Hilario Paredes as the new chair of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, succeeding Thompson Lantion, who held the position briefly.
Calls are increasing for accountability for former President Rodrigo Duterte after his testimony regarding extrajudicial killings during his anti-drug campaign, raising significant discussions about justice and human rights in the Philippines.