Category : Foreign Relations


China's 5-Year Plan: Opportunities for ASEAN, Philippines in 2026

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.

Survey: Filipinos Trust US, Japan, Canada, Australia in WPS

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

USNS Cesar Chavez Rescues 3 Pinoy Fishermen

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.

UNCLOS: PH Legal Shield in West Philippine Sea

Discover how UNCLOS provides the Philippines with strong legal foundation in West Philippine Sea disputes. Learn about the 2016 Arbitral ruling and why international law matters for sovereignty.

Philippines, ASEAN, ADB Launch BIMP-EAGA Action Plan

Philippines, ASEAN Secretariat and ADB commit to transport and tourism pilot projects under new BIMP-EAGA-ASEAN Plan of Action. Historic meeting establishes formal link between subregional and ASEAN strategies.

Lazaro Named ASEAN Special Envoy for Myanmar

President Marcos appoints Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro as ASEAN Special Envoy on Myanmar. Learn how this move aims to champion peace in Southeast Asia.

Zamboanga Sibugay Police Seize High-Powered Guns in Raid

Authorities in Zamboanga Sibugay arrested one individual and confiscated three high-powered firearms during a targeted police operation in Barangay Poblacion, Ipil. The successful raid demonstrates ongoing efforts to combat illegal weapons in the region.

Marawi strategist commands 10th ID in Davao

Major General Aleto A. Lagunday, the tactical mastermind behind Marawi's liberation, assumes command of Eastern Mindanao's 10th Infantry Division in a historic turnover ceremony.

PH holds 12th WPS naval drills with US allies

The Philippine Navy conducts its 12th maritime cooperative activity in the West Philippine Sea, joined by naval forces from the United States, Australia, and New Zealand to enhance interoperability and regional security.

Page 3 of 3