Philippines hailed as gold standard in migration management
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines was recognized during a migration summit for setting “the gold standard” in migration management and being a “migration champion.”
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DSWD, UNFPA sign agreement vs gender-based violence
MANILA, Philippines — A five-year agreement to combat gender-based violence has been signed by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Philippines.
US cites Japan’s increased contacts with Indo-Pacific nations
MANILA, Philippines — The US has cited Japan’s increased contacts with the Philippines, South Korea and Australia and working with the partners in the region, as Tokyo takes leadership roles in protecting global security.
First Pinoy bakery in Barcelona opens
MANILA, Philippines — Forn de Manila, the first and newly opened Filipino bakery in Barcelona, Spain that specializes in authentic Filipino bread and pastries, has quickly garnered attention and patronage from both the Filipino community and local Spaniards.
China ‘appreciates’ Marcos Jr. affirmation of one-China policy
MANILA, Philippines — China is pleased with the Philippines’ reaffirmation of commitment to the one-China policy, as articulated in a media interview by President Marcos who also stressed he was not endorsing Taiwan independence.
Filipino soldier killed in Gaza blast
MANILA, Philippines — An Israel Defense Forces soldier of Filipino descent was among 21 IDF members killed in a massive explosion in Gaza on Monday, according to the Philippine embassy in Tel Aviv.
Philippines requests Iran for release of 18 crew members
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines reiterated its request to Iran to release the 18 Filipino crew members of an oil tanker seized by Iran’s navy in the Gulf of Oman.
Philippines welcomes UN rapporteur on free expression
MANILA, Philippines — The government welcomed yesterday United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression Irene Khan and promised her full support “in the spirit of openness and cooperation.”