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Remulla’s order stemmed from the report of the PCO and the DICT about the circulating deepfake audio where Marcos supposedly ordered the AFP to act against a ... Show more

Remulla directs NBI to probe Marcos deepfake audio ordering military attack
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Philippines’ Marcos Jnr intervenes in feud between first lady, Vice-President Duterte: ‘she still has a lot to learn’
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Marcos OKs Sara Duterte’s key programs for DepEd: Malacañang says Marcos 'did not raise any objection' to Vice President Sara Duterte's MATATAG ...
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Marcos OKs Sara Duterte’s key programs for DepEd
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Marcos urged to make ‘explicit’ order stopping bloody drug war: 'Is President Marcos Jr. afraid of former president Duterte? Why is he not doing anything ...
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Marcos urged to make ‘explicit’ order stopping bloody drug war
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Philippines’ Marcos Jnr intervenes in feud between first lady, Vice-President Duterte: ‘she still has a lot to learn’
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The AFP forwarded to the DOJ the investigation of whether Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez when he called on the military to withdraw its support for President Ferdinand ... Show more
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Marcos Says He’s ‘Horrified’ by Duterte Sea Deal With China: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he’s “horrified” to learn of an agreement between his ...
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Marcos Says He’s ‘Horrified’ by Duterte Sea Deal With China
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The Philippine Navy says it has directed the 9th Marine Brigade to ask Davao del Norte 1st District Representative Pantaleon Alvarez to explain his statement ... Show more
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TIME Magazine has named Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. as one of the 100 most influential people of 2024 ... Show more

Marcos among TIME's most influential people of 2024
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President Marcos Jr. wants to speed up the return to the old school calendar following the cancellations of face-to-face classes due to extreme heat.
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Summit with US, Japan aimed at economy, South China Sea cooperation: Marcos: Philippine president departs for US for first trilateral meeting seen as countering ...
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Philippines: China is ‘source of tension,’ not trilateral summit: China earlier said the US-Japan-Philippine trilateral summit 'drives up tensions' in ...
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Philippines: China is ‘source of tension,’ not trilateral summit
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With new trilateral partnership, Philippines eyes more foreign investment: Manila, Tokyo and Washington forged closer security and strategic ties at a White ...
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With new trilateral partnership, Philippines eyes more foreign investment
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President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. says Vice President Sara Duterte's silence on the China issue "is not something to be concerned with ... Show more
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Philippines, Japan eye signing of reciprocal troops pact within 2024 – Malaya: Philippine officials earlier said that the Reciprocal Access Agreement will give ...
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Philippines, Japan eye signing of reciprocal troops pact within 2024 – ...
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Navy to probe reservist Alvarez over call to withdraw support from Marcos : The Armed Forces of the Philippines and the Department of Defense have also rejected ...
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Navy to probe reservist Alvarez over call to withdraw support from Marcos 
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The issue of escalating tensions between Manila and Beijing in the West Philippine Sea was put into the spotlight during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ... Show more

In Malacañang visit, US lawmakers affirm support for PH as row with China worsens
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The House Ethics and Privileges Committee has yet to receive any complaints to investigate Davao del Norte 1st District Rep ... Show more
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Philippines reminds China: We’re not aggressors in West Philippine Sea : 'China’s defense ministry statement clearly reflects their isolation from the rest ...
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Philippines reminds China: We’re not aggressors in West Philippine Sea 
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Alvarez: ‘Sorry, I got carried away by strong emotions’ Former speaker and Davao del Norte Representative Pantaleon Alvarez apologizes for calling on the ... Show more

Alvarez: ‘Sorry, I got carried away by strong emotions’
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South China Sea: Philippines urged to prioritise diplomacy even as navy prepares for ‘worst-case scenario’
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South China Sea: Philippines urged to prioritise diplomacy even as navy ...
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Several economic bills backed by the business elites advising President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. are a step closer to becoming law after hurdling Congress ... Show more

Tycoons push for swift passage of bills on digital services tax, water department
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Arnie Teves arrested in Timor-Leste: (1st UPDATE) Malacañang says Arnie Teves' extradition to the Philippines is being arranged
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Arnie Teves arrested in Timor-Leste
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"The Philippines has outstanding skilled workers," Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz said at a press conference with Philippine President Ferdinand ...
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Marcos creates panel to oversee right-of-way issues affecting railway projects: President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has ordered the creation of a panel that would ...
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Blinken boosts U.S. ties to Philippines amid China maritime aggression: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is seeking to fortify his nation against ...
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Blinken boosts U.S. ties to Philippines amid China maritime aggression
Quick Glance: Taiwan Raises Alarm Over 'Enormous' Chinese Bases Near Its S. China Sea Holding
  • Taiwan's foreign minister mentioned that China has established 'enormous' military bases on three islands surrounding Taiwan's main holding in the South China Sea, but Taipei is not seeking to further escalate tensions in the strategic waterway.

  • Some lawmakers from both the ruling and main opposition parties have urged President Tsai Ing-wen to visit Itu Aba to assert Taiwan's sovereignty and witness a newly renovated harbor capable of accommodating larger ships.

  • China has conducted extensive land reclamation on its South China Sea islands, constructing major air force and other military facilities, causing significant concern in Washington and the region.

  • Taiwan also controls the Pratas Islands in the northern part of the South China Sea, and both China's air force and navy frequently operate nearby to assert Beijing's territorial claims over Taiwan, which the Taipei government rejects.
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To raise the Ortega case with Marcos would be to fulfill Germany’s “special responsibility” as co-chair of the Media Freedom Coalition, said the groups ... Show more

Solve Ortega killing: Media groups put pressure in Marcos' Germany visit
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PRIMER: Marcos’ trip to Central Europe in March 2024: The DFA says Marcos' trip to Germany and the Czech Republic seeks to enhance cooperation on matters of ...
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PRIMER: Marcos’ trip to Central Europe in March 2024
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FACT CHECK: No arrest order vs China over coral reef damage: The Philippines earlier mulled bringing China to the Hague over the damage to coral reefs within ...
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FACT CHECK: No arrest order vs China over coral reef damage
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Marcos urged to take over NFA operations: A lawmaker urged President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to take over the leadership of the National Food Authority as the ...
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Marcos urged to take over NFA operations
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Why Australia keeps an arm’s length from South China Sea tensions, even as it draws closer with the Philippines
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Why Australia keeps an arm’s length from South China Sea tensions ...
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Assigned by President Marcos Jr. TESDA, DepEd and other government agencies to include tech-voc training in the curriculum of senior high students to extend ... Show more
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Here's a wRap of last night's top stories in the Philippines and around the world: - Hontiveros hails DOJ order to charge Quiboloy ... Show more

DOJ orders charges against Quiboloy day before Senate hearing | The wRap
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"The task before historians and educators these days is tougher than ever. Everything is stacked against those who want to spread facts and truths about ... Show more

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Marcos in Canberra: What the Philippines and its president gains: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. flies to Canberra as ‘Guest of Government’ – an engagement akin ...
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Marcos in Canberra: What the Philippines and its president gains
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US, Japan, Philippines to hold 1st trilateral summit: Summit nears against backdrop of increased tensions in South China Sea, Taiwan Strait
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US, Japan, Philippines to hold 1st trilateral summit
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed a new passport law that aims to digitalize passport applications and streamline applications for senior citizens ...

Marcos signs 'New Philippine Passport Act' allowing online applications
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Marcos can’t appoint foreigners to Maharlika Investment Corporation – DOJ: The justice department says officers of the Maharlika Investment Corporation must owe ...
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Marcos can’t appoint foreigners to Maharlika Investment Corporation – DOJ
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Marcos eyes stronger PH-US-Japan ties as Beijing decries Manila’s ‘provocations’: China’s defense spokesperson accused ‘some big powers outside the region’ of ’ ...
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Marcos eyes stronger PH-US-Japan ties as Beijing decries Manila’s ...
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In the Philippines, Marcos Jnr ‘rebrands’ family name as he charts ‘progressive’ path
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As Marcos-Duterte clans clash, should Sara resign from the Cabinet?: On a political stage where two popular figures are at play, whoever flinches first loses
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As Marcos-Duterte clans clash, should Sara resign from the Cabinet?
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Marcos-Duterte feud a reflection of the New Cold War: MANILA – The family feud between the Duterte and Marcos dynasties reached a crescendo when the former and ...
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Marcos-Duterte feud a reflection of the New Cold War
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Despite accusations leveled by some members of Vice President Sara Duterte's family against President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. ... Show more
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ICC case exposes Duterte’s desperation, Marcos’ indecisiveness: If there is indeed an ICC warrant, the possibility of a local court showdown looms ...
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ICC case exposes Duterte’s desperation, Marcos’ indecisiveness
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The administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. mounted a grand rally in Manila on Sunday, January 28, to double down on his promise of a “Bagong ... Show more

Marcos reiterates promise of ‘Bagong Pilipinas’ in rally defined by spectacles
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Fret not Taiwan, Marcos Jr has your back: MANILA – Soon after Lai Ching-te won Taiwan’s January 13 presidential election, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos ...
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Fret not Taiwan, Marcos Jr has your back
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JUST IN. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appoints Ralph Recto, Batangas 6th District representative and former senator, as finance secretary. FULL STORY: www.rappler.com/business/list-signs-ralph-recto-replacing-benjamin-diokno-finance-secretary/
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Farmers in Pulilan, Bulacan continue planting despite the threat of El Niño. Related report: Show more

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Marcos, Duterte supporters rally in Philippines as family rift deepens: MANILA: Thousands of supporters of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos and his ...
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Marcos, Duterte supporters rally in Philippines as family rift deepens
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The Philippines Is Exercising Growing Agency on the Taiwan Issue: As maritime frictions with China grow, the Marcos administration is becoming more proactive in ...
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The Philippines Is Exercising Growing Agency on the Taiwan Issue
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RUNNING LIST: President Marcos’ foreign trips in 2024: (4th UPDATE) President Marcos continues his jet-setting ways in 2024, as his office enjoys a significant ...
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RUNNING LIST: President Marcos’ foreign trips in 2024
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Two major agreements are expected to be discussed during the two-day visit of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. in Vietnam. Related report: Marcos flying to Vietnam next week for state visit ABS-CBN News
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Philippine defense secretary rebukes China for criticizing Taiwan congratulatory message
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Philippine defense secretary rebukes China for criticizing Taiwan ...
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China Warns Philippines Over President Marcos’ Taiwan Remarks: The Chinese Foreign Ministry claimed that the Philippine leader's message of congratulation to Lai ...
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China Warns Philippines Over President Marcos’ Taiwan Remarks
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China warns Philippines not to ‘play with fire’ over president’s Taiwan remarks: (1st UPDATE) 'President Marcos gravely violated the one China principle ...
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Marcos to DepEd: Build schools faster, buy more books: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed support for the programs and commitments that Vice President and ...
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Marcos to DepEd: Build schools faster, buy more books
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Marcos Jr. promises irrigation, support for farmers amid El Niño: Marcos Jr. promises irrigation, support for farmers amid El Niño
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Marcos Jr. promises irrigation, support for farmers amid El Niño
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Recto assumes post as PH's new finance secretary: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directs his new finance chief to go after smugglers and tax evaders.
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Recto assumes post as PH's new finance secretary
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DFA consular services returning to pre-pandemic levels this year: DFA consular services returning to pre-pandemic levels this year
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DFA consular services returning to pre-pandemic levels this year
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Marcos orders DepEd to improve teaching quality: During the meeting, the President also directed DepEd to train teachers on the proper use of technology to ...
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Marcos orders DepEd to improve teaching quality
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Philippines' Marcos congratulates Lai on Taiwan presidential win: Marcos' use of words 'Taiwan President' is a first since he took office
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Philippines' Marcos congratulates Lai on Taiwan presidential win
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Philippine defence chief vows to protect sovereignty amid secession threats - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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Philippine defence chief vows to protect sovereignty amid secession ...
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'Gutter level talk': Teodoro blasts Chinese official over Marcos 'insult': In a statement released, Teodoro accused spokesperson Mao Ning of "spouting ...
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'Gutter level talk': Teodoro blasts Chinese official over Marcos 'insult'
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PhilHealth awaiting Marcos' decision on premium hike: PhilHealth acting vice president Rey Baleña said members of the PhilHealth board met Wednesday night to ...
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PhilHealth awaiting Marcos' decision on premium hike
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Here's a wRap of last night's top stories in the Philippines and around the world: - Diokno posts long list of achievements before stepping down as finance ... Show more

Marcos appoints Ralph Recto as new finance chief | The wRap
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Filipino drug convict Mary Jane Veloso’s family pleads with Indonesia leader to grant her ‘gift of freedom’
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Filipino drug convict Mary Jane Veloso’s family pleads with Indonesia ...
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PH to ink rice deal with Vietnam during Marcos Jr. state visit: DA chief: The Philippines will formally sign a rice deal with Vietnam when President Ferdinand ...
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PH to ink rice deal with Vietnam during Marcos Jr. state visit: DA chief
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China on Tuesday, January 16, summoned the ambassador from the Philippines and warned the country “not to play with fire” after its President Ferdinand Marcos ... Show more

China warns Philippines not to 'play with fire' over president's Taiwan remarks
Quick Glance: Taiwan Reports Significant Chinese Military Activity Post-Election
  • Taiwan’s defence ministry detected 18 Chinese air force planes engaged in 'joint combat readiness patrols' with Chinese warships around Taiwan after the recent election.

  • China, claiming Taiwan as its territory, has regularly dispatched warplanes and warships near the island to assert sovereignty claims rejected by Taipei.

  • The election saw Taiwan voting for Democratic Progressive Party's Lai Ching-te as the next president, a figure labeled by Beijing as a dangerous separatist.

  • On Wednesday around 7:50 p.m. (1150 GMT), Taiwan's defence ministry observed 18 aircraft, including Su-30 fighters, operating near northern and central Taiwan and the southwest of the island. Half of these planes crossed the Taiwan Strait's median line or nearby areas, collaborating with Chinese warships in 'joint combat readiness patrols', according to the ministry.
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What you need to know about DepEd’s ‘Catch-up Fridays’: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. orders education officials, led by Vice President and Education Secretary ...
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What you need to know about DepEd’s ‘Catch-up Fridays’
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Marcos Says Philippines Will Assert Rights Amid China Warning: The Philippines will continue asserting its rights in the South China Sea, President Ferdinand ...
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Marcos Says Philippines Will Assert Rights Amid China Warning
Quick Glance: China Warns Philippines on South China Sea
  • China warns the Philippines to 'act with caution' after recent disputes in the South China Sea, according to Beijing's Foreign Ministry.

  • China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged the Philippines to use dialogue to address 'serious difficulties' in their relations over the South China Sea.

  • The Chinese Foreign Ministry claimed that the Philippines has provoked China and undermined its legal rights through its actions.

  • The Philippines summoned China's envoy and mentioned the possibility of expelling the Chinese ambassador following the recent clashes in the South China Sea.
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‘Careful,’ Marcos warns against overreactions in West Philippine Sea: The President admits diplomatic efforts with China are heading ‘in a poor direction’ even ...
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‘Careful,’ Marcos warns against overreactions in West Philippine Sea
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Security Cooperation Tops Agenda as Marcos and Jokowi Meet in Manila: The Philippine leader also raised the case of Mary Jane Veloso, a Filipina migrant worker ...
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Security Cooperation Tops Agenda as Marcos and Jokowi Meet in Manila
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Diplomatic protest filed vs China due to incident in West PH Sea: The DFA has summoned Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian to receive a formal protest over the ...
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Diplomatic protest filed vs China due to incident in West PH Sea
Quick Glance: China: Handling of Philippine Ships in South China Sea
  • A Chinese Coast Guard ship used a water cannon on a Philippine vessel near Scarborough Shoal.

  • China's Foreign Ministry stated that its Coast Guard's actions against Philippine ships in the South China Sea were 'professional' and 'restrained'.

  • The Chinese Foreign Ministry said the Coast Guard's actions were 'necessary and in accordance with domestic and international law'.

  • The Philippines summoned China's envoy and raised the possibility of expelling him following tense confrontations between the countries' vessels.