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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed the Philippines’ commitment to regional cooperation and inclusive economic growth during his keynote address at the APEC CEO Summit 2025, Gyeongju, Republic of Korea. In front of global business leaders and policymakers, President Marcos declared, “The Philippines is open, ready, and eager to do business with all of you,”
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U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright declared that the United States is fully capable of replacing Russia as China’s primary oil and gas supplier, should Beijing choose to cut ties with Moscow. Speaking to Bloomberg, Wright said, “Absolutely. Today the US produces 50 percent more oil than Russia or Saudi Arabia. That puts not only the
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Senator Camille Villar has sounded the alarm on the country’s deepening mental health crisis, filing Proposed Senate Resolution No. 99 to prompt a Senate inquiry aimed at strengthening mental health programs and expanding access to care for millions of Filipinos. Villar, the youngest member of the 20th Congress, emphasized the urgency of a whole-of-society response,
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The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) has called for definitive legal guidance on the implementation and funding of 23 national education laws within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), following a high-level coordination meeting held this week. The meeting, convened by EDCOM 2, highlighted persistent ambiguities in the interpretation of the
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. arrived today at the Hwabaek International Convention Center (HICO) in Gyeongju, South Korea to participate in the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM), joining fellow heads of state in a pivotal summit aimed at shaping the future of the region. This year’s AELM, themed “Building a Sustainable
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Ground crew from the 5th Fighter Wing of the Philippine Air Force were seen conducting pre-flight preparations on the FA-50PH light fighter aircraft, signaling the Air Force’s active participation in the upcoming Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Joint Exercise DAGITPA 2025. Set to formally commence on November 4, 2025, AJEX DAGITPA is the AFP’s
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Fresh off his successful engagement at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. departed the country today for an Official Visit to the Republic of Korea to attend the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM), scheduled from October 30 to November 2, 2025. Speaking at Villamor Air Base
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More than 300 representatives from 41 higher education institutions across Metro Manila gathered at the Department of Migrant Workers – National Capital Region (DMW-NCR) office today for a Capacity Enhancement Training aimed at promoting safe migration and combating illegal recruitment and human trafficking. The event, held at the DMW Makati Office, spotlighted the critical role
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Environment Secretary Raphael P. M. Lotilla has called for intensified efforts to protect and rehabilitate the Upper Marikina Watershed, emphasizing its vital role in securing Metro Manila’s water supply and mitigating flood risks in surrounding low-lying areas. During his recent visit to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) CALABARZON Regional Office, Secretary Lotilla
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. officially concluded his participation in the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits in Malaysia, following three days of high-level meetings and bilateral engagements focused on regional cooperation, economic integration, and sustainable development. During the closing ceremony held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, President Marcos
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