Indonesia Expands China Collaboration to AI, Infrastructure
Indonesia aims to deepen economic ties with Chinese investors across AI, digital economy, and food security. Officials highlight China's crucial role in downstream industries.
Indonesia aims to deepen economic ties with Chinese investors across AI, digital economy, and food security. Officials highlight China's crucial role in downstream industries.
China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) focuses on tech, green energy & institutional opening. As the Philippines chairs ASEAN in 2026, cooperation in AI, clean energy & smart infrastructure offers a path to shared growth. Explore the potential.
RDC-11 greenlights Davao's 2023-2028 Midterm Development Plan, targeting an international logistics hub with P268.9B in projects. Discover the recalibrated strategies for growth.
Presidents Xi Jinping and Lee Jae Myung met in Beijing, pledging to strengthen bilateral cooperation in AI, green tech, and trade. Read the full details of their strategic talks.
The fall of Maduro redirects Venezuela's massive oil reserves, creating winners like Chevron and losers like China. Discover how this impacts global oil prices and geopolitics.
Local writers in Davao City connected at Plan B Café for Bookbed's inspiring 'From Blank Pages to Breakthrough' event. Discover how the community supports budding authors and where to find their books.
A new Pulse Asia survey reveals overwhelming Filipino trust in like-minded nations like the US and Japan to help protect Philippine sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea amid ongoing tensions with China. Discover the data and what it means for national s
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrives in Beijing for a 4-day state visit to China, his first since taking office. The trip aims to strengthen the strategic cooperative partnership between the two Asian neighbors.
Cebu City will temporarily close the South Bus Terminal on January 18, 2026, for Sinulog. Buses rerouted to SRP. Plan your trip for safety and convenience.
Three Filipino fishermen were rescued by the US Navy after drifting for days in the South China Sea. Read about the dramatic rescue and coordination for their safe return home.
Three Filipino fishermen were rescued by a US Navy ship after being adrift for days. Read about the dramatic South China Sea rescue and coordination with Philippine authorities.
Melanie Ng of PCCI-Visayas forecasts a cautiously optimistic 2026 for Cebu and Visayas, driven by tourism recovery, construction, and domestic investment. Read the full outlook.
The Philippine Air Force enhances its air mobility with 10 new S-70i Black Hawk helicopters in 2025, boosting troop transport, logistics, and humanitarian aid capabilities. Learn about the PAF's modernization plans.
The Philippines nears 2024's tourist numbers with 5.6 million arrivals. The DOT is optimistic for 2026, banking on the resumed e-Visa for China to boost recovery. Read more.
China's Eastern Theater Command begins large-scale 'Justice Mission 2025' drills around Taiwan, a response to US arms sales. Get the latest details on the escalating tensions.
A major US editorial criticizes Trump's $12 billion farmer payout as proof of failed trade policies. Discover the economic fallout and global implications.
The Asia-Pacific region is spearheading the global AI revolution, with China's innovation fueling an expected $1 trillion economic gain. Discover how regional cooperation is shaping the future.
A Filipino journalist recounts a transformative two-week media trip to Beijing, exploring China's digital landscape, 'whole-process democracy,' and regional media camaraderie. Read his unique perspective.
Shi Chunfang, a Chinese national wanted for kidnapping and murder, was arrested in Taytay, Rizal, and deported to China in a joint operation. Read about this milestone in PH-China law enforcement cooperation.
Property developers warn outdated drainage systems threaten Cebu's growth. They demand a comprehensive, Metro Cebu-wide master plan to prevent flooding and secure investments. Action is urgent.
Philippine durian shipments to China fell sharply in 2025 due to extreme weather. Industry leaders seek new markets and productivity gains to recover. #Philippines #Agriculture
A Cebu-based journalist shares his immersive experience in a Chinese media program, from initial anxieties to profound insights on China's development and regional dynamics. Read his unique perspective.
BDO Life President Renato Vergel De Dios emphasizes life insurance as a crucial financial safety net for Filipino families. Learn why a 'Plan B' matters and how BDO Pay simplifies holiday spending.
President Marcos Jr. inspected the new ₱3.126-billion Bucana Bridge in Davao. MinDA Secretary Magno clarifies the visit was official duty, not political. The bridge opens Dec. 15, easing traffic for 35,000 vehicles daily. Read more.
Urban advocates petition Cebu City Council for a zoning overhaul after Typhoon Tino exposes dangers of outdated land use plans and unchecked upland development.
DICT honors PDIC for establishing a Computer Emergency Response Team, boosting data protection for depositors and aligning with the National Cybersecurity Plan. Learn how this enhances financial security.
Mawab, Davao de Oro is enhancing its disaster preparedness with a new Risk Communication Plan and updated emergency protocols for faster response to protect residents.
China's Consul General in Davao outlines the 15th Five-Year Plan priorities including high-quality development and opening up, offering new cooperation opportunities for Philippines.
Cebu Provincial Board Member Celestino Martinez III calls for urgent creation of updated master plan to address disaster recovery and development pressures. Learn about the critical timeline.
Former Cebu City Planning chief Architect Joseph Michael Espina outlines three crucial strategies from JICA's master plan to address flooding and enable sustainable development in Metro Cebu through watershed-focused planning.