The Hague, Netherlands – Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been taken into custody by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges of crimes against humanity related to his controversial war on drugs. The ICC formally confirmed Duterte’s arrest after he arrived in the Netherlands, where he faces an initial court appearance. The charges against…
In 2017, the former Hanjin Shipyard in Subic Bay, Philippines, faced a potential takeover by two giant Chinese firms. This situation arose after Hanjin declared bankruptcy, leaving a significant debt of $412 million. The shipyard’s strategic location near Metro Manila and the West Philippine Sea made it a valuable asset for any nation, particularly for…
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 11, 2025, at Manila’s international airport. The arrest was carried out by police at the request of the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant step in the investigation into thousands of alleged extrajudicial killings during his presidency. Duterte’s “war on drugs” was a defining policy…
In a significant geopolitical development, Arab leaders have endorsed Egypt’s ambitious plan to rebuild Gaza, a project estimated to cost tens of billions of pounds. This endorsement came during a summit in Cairo, where Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi announced the comprehensive reconstruction initiative. The plan has garnered support from various international actors, including the…
In a landmark move, the Japanese government has initiated compensation for victims of forced sterilization under the now-defunct Eugenics Protection Law (EPL), which has long been regarded as a significant human rights violation. This decision comes after a Supreme Court ruling that deemed the law unconstitutional and ordered the state to compensate the victims. Compensation…
To address China’s declining population, Chen Songxi, a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), has proposed lowering the legal marriage age to 18. This proposal aims to boost fertility rates and “unleash reproductive potential” in the face of a demographic downturn. Chen’s proposal includes lowering the marriage age,…
In a recent development that has heightened tensions between Taipei and Beijing, Taiwanese authorities are investigating the Hongtai, a cargo ship suspected of severing an undersea communications cable. The incident has raised significant national security concerns, as the entire crew of the Hongtai consists of Chinese nationals. The Taiwanese coast guard reported that the Hongtai,…
To capitalize on the burgeoning professional services market, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) recently inaugurated a new office in the Philippines. This expansion comes on the heels of a remarkable year for the global professional services sector, which witnessed a nearly 10 percent growth in 2023. The professional services market has been on an upward trajectory, encompassing a…
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) announced on Tuesday that it would pursue legal action against lawyers who assist former Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) employees in extending their stay in the country. This move comes after Executive Order 74, issued by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., which banned POGOs in the Philippines effective December 31, 2025….
In a significant political move, a group of US lawmakers has initiated an effort to withdraw the United States from the United Nations (UN). This initiative, driven by concerns over the UN’s alignment with US interests and its handling of various global issues, has sparked a heated debate within the political landscape. The proposal to…
