Members of the media and distinguished guests gathered for a memorable evening at the 13th Manila Forum for China-Philippines Relations and the Annual Christmas Media Party on Wednesday, December 11, at Makati Shangri-La Hotel. The event, themed “Understanding China,” was…
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto expressed confidence in the Philippines’ economic prospects for 2025, citing the newly signed Value-Added Tax (VAT) Refund Mechanism for Non-Resident Tourists Act as a catalyst for increased tourism and domestic spending. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to draw inspiration from the Murillo Velarde 1734 Map, a historic artifact that underscores the country’s sovereignty. He received the original map during a ceremonial turnover at Malacañan Palace on December 6, 2024.…
A team from the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines and Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) visited Isla Puting Bato in Tondo, Manila on Tuesday, December 3, to assist families devastated by a recent massive…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Malacañan Palace on Sunday night, urging Filipinos to reflect on the true spirit of the season while the country continues its recovery efforts from recent natural disasters. “I ask…
Senator Imee Marcos made it clear that she does not want to be involved in the ongoing tension between her brother, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and Vice President Sara Duterte. Speaking to the media on Friday after attending the official…
Vice President Sara Duterte was asked to leave the House of Representatives premises on Thursday night after visiting her chief-of-staff, Atty. Zuleika Lopez. However, she declined the request from House officials to vacate the area. The Vice President said she…
Philippine candidate Chelsea Anne Manalo made history at the 73rd Miss Universe pageant, earning the first-ever Miss Universe Asia 2024 title despite falling short of the semifinals. In a press conference following the event, Manalo was recognized alongside the other…
China has officially announced the baselines for the territorial sea adjacent to Huangyan Dao (Scarborough Shoal), asserting its longstanding claim over the disputed area in the South China Sea. The move, which was outlined by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson, is…
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed two significant maritime laws on November 8, asserting the country’s rights over disputed areas of the South China Sea, a move likely to further strain relations with China. Republic Act No. 12064, or the Philippine…
