In recent months, South Korea has intensified its efforts to combat illegal fishing by Chinese vessels near its western islands. The situation has escalated, prompting the South Korean government to take decisive action. Illegal fishing threatens local fisheries and poses a risk to the marine ecosystem. Recently, South Korean authorities seized two Chinese fishing boats…
Yahya Sinwar, the top leader of Hamas, has been killed by Israeli forces in Gaza. This event marked a significant turning point in the region’s violence. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the news, stating that Israel had “settled its account” with Sinwar. Netanyahu described Sinwar as the primary architect of the tragic events that…
In recent months, concerns about Chinese espionage have reached new heights. Western governments are alarmed by the scale and sophistication of these spying activities. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, a week rarely goes by without a warning from a Western intelligence agency. This situation is alarming, to say the least. Wall…
Manila, Philippines – Defense Minister Gilberto Teodoro has expressed skepticism regarding China’s intentions to negotiate a regional code of conduct in the South China Sea. This statement comes amid ongoing regional tensions, where territorial disputes remain a significant concern. Teodoro’s doubts stem from China’s recent actions. Despite claims of wanting to improve relations, Beijing has…
The Philippines is on the brink of making history. The nation is poised to lead the way as the first country to ratify the United Nations High Seas treaty designed to protect the high seas. This landmark agreement, known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) treaty or the High Seas treaty, was adopted by…
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has made a bold statement regarding the island’s sovereignty. In a recent address, he emphasized the government’s commitment to resist any attempts by China to annex Taiwan. This declaration comes as Beijing increases its military and political pressure on the self-governing island. “Our determination to defend our national sovereignty remains unchanged,”…
Recently, a significant controversy unfolded regarding a C-17 aircraft was loaded with disaster relief supplies. This incident occurred at a North Carolina airfield. The plane was then used for a photo opportunity featuring Vice President Kamala Harris. However, the plane never left the ground. Instead, the supplies were unloaded shortly after being loaded. This situation…
OFW rights strengthened by a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) aimed at protecting Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Croatia, has been signed. The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) of the Philippines and the Ministry of Labor, Pension System, Family, and Social Policy of Croatia have strengthened their bilateral ties in the protection of Filipino worker aboard….
In a recent escalation of maritime tensions, the Chinese Coast Guard has once again tried to impede a supply operation conducted by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) near Scarborough Shoal. This area has long been a flashpoint between the Philippines and China, and the latest incident adds to ongoing concerns about sovereignty…
