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September 2, 2024 – The Stratbase ADR Institute deplores the Chinese Coast Guard vessel’s deliberate ramming and collision of Philippine Coast Guard vessel BRP Teresa Magbanua in Escoda Shoal last August 31. China’s actions are dangerous, irresponsible, and reckless. It not only caused significant damage to our vessel, but gravely endangered the lives of those…
By Richard Jones The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has announced plans to update Metro Manila’s earthquake preparedness strategy. This highlights the urgent need to address changes in the region’s urban landscape and infrastructure since the last plan was released in 2016. Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga emphasized revising the current framework to…
By Alan Moore Authorities in the Philippines have raised the alarm over a new type of drug infiltrating the cities of Pasay and Parañaque. This emerging substance, identified as methylamphetamine. As a result, it presents a novel challenge for law enforcement and public health officials. Eleazar Matta, head of the Philippine National Police (PNP) Drug…
By Isabel Monroe *Manila, Philippines* — The Philippine Aquatics Trials witnessed a spectacular performance by 18-year-old Phil-Am swimmer Gain Santos, who dazzled spectators and officials alike with outstanding skills and unwavering determination. Santos’s exceptional display of talent at the Teofilo Yldefonso Swimming Pool in the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Manila, earned him the title of…
By Luke Allen In a recent development underscoring the deepening strategic ties between the United States and the Philippines, Admiral Samuel Paparo, the head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, has signaled that the U.S. military is willing to engage in discussions regarding escorting Philippine ships within the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This overture comes…
By Luke Allen Manila, Philippines – A poignant and stirring ceremony unfolded in the heart of Manila today as President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. led the nation in commemorating National Heroes Day. In a departure from tradition, Marcos chose to shine a spotlight on the often unheralded heroes of society, acknowledging the indispensable roles played by…
In a monumental humanitarian effort, the Philippines has stepped forward to play a crucial role in the global resettlement process. The country has agreed to host a US visa processing center, a significant step that will facilitate the resettlement of up to 300 Afghan nationals in America. This initiative, announced as part of a treaty…
The Philippine Stock Exchange Index (PSEi) is on the brink of reaching the 7000 level, showcasing a remarkable winning streak that has captivated investors and market observers alike. The index’s upward trajectory has been a source of optimism for the Philippine stock market, reflecting positive sentiment and growing confidence in the country’s economic prospects. The…
By Richard Jones Manila, Philippines — The sudden and unauthorized departure of businesswoman Alice Guo from the Philippines has set off an urgent political firestorm, revealing deep-seated issues within the country’s immigration and justice systems. Guo, a Chinese national, left the country despite being embroiled in multiple legal controversies, including allegations of espionage and involvement…
By Luke Allen In a worrisome turn of events, tensions between Beijing and Manila have escalated dramatically as both sides engage in a bitter blame game following a series of collisions between their coast guard vessels in the South China Sea. The incidents have reignited longstanding territorial disputes, casting a shadow over maritime security and…
