Communist rebels arrest mining businessman in southern Philippines

The communist guerrillas, who abducted Lademora, have also confiscated 21 firearms from the mining site

May 15, 2017

Philippines to hold oil exploration with China in Spratly Islands

De Venecia says the proposal will bring economic benefits to both countries.

May 15, 2017

Duterte releases 14 convicted NPA rebels to pursue peace

Duterte said he could not continue the war with fellow Filipinos and asserted that he is a president of peace.

May 14, 2017

Philippines academicians oppose death penalty revival

One of those who objected was former Philippine president, Gloria Arroyo, who is now a congressional district president.

May 14, 2017

China, Philippines form ally in drug war

China's Foreign Ministry spokesman asked the UNHRC to respect the Philippine government's sovereign prerogative in combating illegal drugs in its own country.

May 13, 2017

Cybersex increasing in Philippines, say police

During the raid of a known cyberxex Den in Bacolod City, four minors who were also rescued and were brought to a shelter of abused children for debriefing.

May 13, 2017

53,000 households in Manila to go without water for 24 hours

The Metro Manila will face water scarcity due to the replacement of dilapidated water pipes in Parian Creek.

May 12, 2017

Manila mayor seeks Muslim leaders' assistance to prevent terror attacks

The Muslim community already has informed the police that they are willing to cooperate.

May 9, 2017

Philippines-US joint military exercise to begin on 8 May

This was the announcement made by US Armed Forces Major, Frank Sayson, the designated spokersperson for the joint exercise.

May 7, 2017

Philippines: Peace talks with separatist rebels worry Duterte

Duterte said that he is becoming pessimistic with the peace talks because aside from the rift, series of lingering conflicts have adversely affected development efforts in some areas in Mindanao.

May 6, 2017

Philippines: 150 houses destroyed in Dasmarinas city fire

The BFP urges the public to turn off their air conditioner units, flat iron, television, radio sets and other appliances when they get out of the house.

May 6, 2017

40 Abu Sayyaf members surrendered since January 2017

Both the Armed Forces of the Philippines and Duterte vowed to eradicate the ASG by June 2017.

May 6, 2017

Filipinos want death penalty restored, says survey

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has been pushing for the death penalty bill as rape and drug trafficking incidents have increased in the country.

May 5, 2017

Abu Sayyaf member on special mission killed in central Philippines

The deceased has been identified as Saad Samad Kimir also known as Abu Saad.

May 5, 2017

Philippines eyes VFA with China for joint military drills; US treaty likely to hinder process

However, Philippines already has an existing Mutual Defense Treaty with the US which states that both the countries are supposed to assist each other.

May 5, 2017

Filipino govt questions Maoist rebels' sincerity on peace talks following Lapanday plant attack

The attack happened despite scheduled peace talks with both parties from May 27 to June 1 to be held in Netherlands.

May 4, 2017

Philippines govt seeks assistance from village chiefs in drug war

PDEA director said that the elected village leaders will play a significant role in helping the government.

May 4, 2017

Philippines: More Abu Sayyaf leaders surrender amidst military pressure

The Duterte administration organised the Sulu Joint Task Force, a composite military team, to pursue the Abu Sayyaf militants.

May 4, 2017

50 Philippine entrepreneurs undergo Business Leadership Training

The initiative has been developed as a part of the Zamboanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation's advocacy to promote business education for both the Chamber's members and non-members.

May 3, 2017

Ticket 1 hopes to top Philippine market before 2017 ends

The air travel industry is growing at rate of 5% and the international flight industry needs 38,000 new aircrafts valued at USD 5.6 trillion.

May 3, 2017