U.S. commits P3 billion in aid to Philippines, earmarks P825 million for Luzon Economic Corridor

By ROY C. MABASA The United States has pledged a fresh ₱3 billion (approximately $60 million) in foreign assistance to the Philippines, with ₱825 million ($15 million) specifically earmarked to boost private sector investment along the Luzon Economic …

Palawan, Philippines: The Best 4-Day Itineraries for El Nido or Coron

Palawan, Philippines, is often called the country’s crown jewel. Known for its clear waters, towering limestone cliffs, white sandy beaches, and rich marine life, it is a top tropical destination in Southeast Asia. If your time is limited, this guide …

Philippines’ Marcos says US trade deal a ‘significant achievement’

Japan wants to offload six destroyers, but should the Philippines take them?

Last week, Japanese media announced a proposal to transfer six of the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force’s (JMSDF) Abukuma-class destroyer escorts to the Philippine Navy (PN). Built between 1988 and 1991, the fleet has had a long and distinguished career in …

MESSAGE: A friendship woven in trust: Commemorating 69 years of Japan-Philippines ties

Editor's Note: This is the written contribution of Ambassador Kazuya Endo on the occasion of the 69th Japan-Philippines Friendship Day.  Isang mainit na pagbati sa lahat ng aking mga kaibigang Pilipino (Warm greetings to all my Filipino friends)! It is …

White House, Philippines make trade deal

The Philippines has agreed to a trade deal with the United States that will lower U.S. tariffs on its exports to 19 percent, President Trump announced Tuesday following a meeting with the Philippine president, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. U.S. exports to the …

Scam Watch Pilipinas partners with Chainabuse to combat crypto scams in the Philippines

In a major effort to intensify the fight against cryptocurrency-related fraud in the country, Scam Watch Pilipinas, the national anti-scam advocacy movement of Truth360, Inc., has partnered with Chainabuse, a global crypto scam reporting platform powered …

AI reveals solar gap: Philippines’ largest cities use under 1% of rooftop solar potential

A new tool powered by artificial intelligence (AI) has revealed that rooftop solar installations across the Philippines now total an estimated 1,846.08 megawatts (MW) – the most comprehensive assessment to date of the country’s distributed solar capacity. …

Trump hails 'Zero-Tariff' deal with Philippines, lauds Marcos

Daijiworld Media Network – Washington Washington, Jul 23: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed a new trade deal with the Philippines would allow American goods to enter the country tariff-free, while the US would levy a 19% tariff on Philippine …

Trump's 19% tariff on the Philippines: What it means

Economic and trade implications Reduced export competitiveness: The 19% tariff will make Philippine goods — such as electronics, furniture, textiles, and agricultural products — less competitive in the US market, likely reducing export volumes. Trade …