Philippines' key defense pact with Japan nearly finalized
MANILA, Philippines — Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya said discussions on the Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) are almost complete and the prospect of the deal getting signed is bright.
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Israel cites solidarity with Philippines on 76th Independence Day
MANILA, Philippines — The embassy of Israel thanked President Marcos for his continued support as it celebrated its 76th Independence Day in Manila, highlighting the resiliency of the nation.
Philippines, Japan finalizing defense-access pact
MANILA, Philippines — Japan’s foreign affairs and defense chiefs are scheduled to visit Manila next month for a high-level meeting with their Philippine counterparts, when a key defense pact could be signed, at a time of escalating concerns over China’s actions in the disputed South China Sea.
Philippine, Japan finalizing defense-access pact
MANILA, Philippines — Japan’s foreign affairs and defense chiefs are scheduled to visit Manila next month for a high-level meeting with their Philippine counterparts, when a key defense pact could be signed, at a time of escalating concerns over China’s actions in the disputed South China Sea.
AFP bans mobile phones in sensitive military zones
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has banned electronic devices in sensitive military environments as part of enhanced security measures aimed at protecting itself and critical information.
Alice Guo’s birth certificate faces cancellation, citizenship in limbo
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) has recommended the cancellation of embattled Bamban Mayor Alice Guo’s certificate of live birth (COLB) or birth certificate, putting the mayor’s alleged Filipino citizenship in limbo.
'Transparency strategy' exposes China's bullying in WPS — PCG spox
MANILA, Philippines — The government’s “transparency strategy” appears to be “gaining traction” as more countries have become aware of China’s bullying tactics, Philippine Coast Guard Commodore Jay Tarriela said on X.
US 7th Fleet’s flagship now in Manila
MANILA, Philippines — The command ship of the US Navy’s Seventh Fleet based in Japan is in Manila for a port visit.