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Guillaume Lucci, CEO of Prime Infra, stated that building energy security in the Philippines requires an 'all-of-the-above' approach encompassing diverse resources. He noted that following a nationwide energy emergency declaration after the U.S.-Iran war disruption, reliability and decarbonization must be pursued simultaneously. Additionally, Prime Infra focuses on addressing critical national needs beyond energy, specifically safe drinking water and waste management.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. criticized China in his state of the nation speech, vowing to defend a 2016 arbitration ruling that invalidated Beijing’s South China Sea claims. He also announced charges against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, his cousin, in a corruption scandal. The Philippines condemned a Chinese state-owned media outlet for publishing racist content depicting Filipinos as monkeys, which Marcos addressed in his speech.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will deliver his State of the Nation Address amid a major corruption scandal implicating key allies, an impeachment trial for his estranged vice president, and heightened security due to bomb threats in Manila. Marcos is expected to address new programs to mitigate the Middle East war's economic impact following a declared energy emergency.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will deliver his state of the nation speech amid a corruption scandal implicating his allies, the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, and security concerns from a bomb explosion and parts found in Manila. Marcos faces heightened security as he outlines programs to address the global economic impact of the Iran war and a national energy emergency.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will deliver his state of the nation speech amid a major corruption scandal implicating key allies, his vice president's impeachment trial, and security threats including a bomb explosion in Manila. The speech follows a flood-control corruption investigation that exposed kickbacks involving multiple officials and ongoing tensions over uncharged allies like former House Speaker Martin Romualdez.

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s annual address to Congress revealed billions in graft linked to flood-control schemes, causing an economic slump as projects slowed and spending decreased. The presidency now faces the challenge of reviving the economy.

US President Donald Trump assured Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos Jr. that he would address Manila’s concerns during a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to the Philippines. The assurance was made in the context of diplomatic discussions involving the leaders of the US, Philippines, and China.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expresses confidence that the central bank will act decisively to address the peso's record low against the US dollar, according to the president’s press officer.

Southeast Asia's top diplomats met in Manila to address regional security challenges, including the U.S.-Iran conflict and South China Sea tensions. ASEAN ministers called for an immediate halt to Middle East fighting and a code of conduct for the South China Sea. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to meet with Chinese and Russian counterparts amid ongoing geopolitical discussions.

Chinese financing in the Philippines has continued despite tensions in the South China Sea, including a $3.9 billion syndicated loan to Dito Telecommunity in 2023, the largest China-backed private-sector loan to the country. AidData, a US-based research group, reported this finding, challenging assumptions about reduced Chinese funding under President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Southeast Asian ministers will discuss renewed Middle East hostilities and call for reopening the Strait of Hormuz during ASEAN talks in Manila. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov are among attendees addressing regional stability and energy security concerns.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faces an impeachment trial on charges including threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others. She declared she would be 'bloodied but unbowed' during the trial, which began in the Senate and includes accusations of making violent threats in a 2024 online news conference.

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte faces an impeachment trial on charges including threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others. She declared she would be 'bloodied but unbowed' during the trial, which began in the Senate. The charges include threats made in a 2024 online news conference and unrelated legal issues involving three pro-Duterte senators.

The Philippine Senate began the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, accused of amassing unexplained wealth and threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s assassination. The trial, lasting 92 days, follows a political feud between Duterte and Marcos, with over 6,000 police deployed to secure the Senate amid protests. Duterte denies the charges, while prosecutors claim sufficient evidence exists.

The Philippine Senate began the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte on charges including unexplained wealth and threatening to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The trial, lasting 92 days, faces a political challenge as Duterte, represented by lawyers, denies the allegations, with prosecutors claiming sufficient evidence for conviction.

Philippine Sen. Rodante Marcoleta was arrested on plunder charges for allegedly receiving undeclared campaign contributions. He denied wrongdoing and was taken into custody at the Sandiganbayan court. His arrest follows that of Sen. Jinggoy Estrada, with both linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte and his daughter, Vice President Sara Duterte, who faces impeachment.

The Philippine Senate is opening an impeachment trial against Vice President Sara Duterte over charges including unexplained wealth and assassination threats against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The trial, set to last 92 days, occurs amid a bitter political feud between Duterte and Marcos, with over 6,000 police deployed to secure the Senate amid expected protests. A conviction could disqualify Duterte from future public office, impacting her 2028 presidential ambitions.

The Philippine Senate will begin a 92-day impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte over charges including unexplained wealth and threatening to have President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assassinated. The trial, marked by political tension and heavy security, could permanently bar Duterte from public office and impact her 2028 presidential ambitions. Duterte denies the charges and accuses Marcos of her father Rodrigo Duterte's ICC arrest.

The Philippine Senate will begin a politically volatile impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, charged with amassing unexplained wealth and threatening to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The 92-day trial, amid heightened security, could disqualify her from running for president in 2028. The trial follows a fractured alliance between Duterte and Marcos, with their feud rooted in geopolitical and personal tensions.

The Philippine Senate is beginning the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte amid political tensions. The trial occurs against the backdrop of her feud with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., with thousands of police officers deployed for security.

The Philippine Senate will open a 92-day impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte over charges including unexplained wealth and publicly threatening President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s assassination. The trial, amid heightened security and political tensions, could disqualify Duterte from public office and derail her 2028 presidential ambitions. The impeachment follows allegations from the House of Representatives and reflects a fractured alliance between Duterte and Marcos.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged to strengthen trade, energy, and security ties as Canada seeks to diversify its economy beyond the United States. The two leaders announced plans for a Canada-Philippines free trade agreement and deeper Indo-Pacific defense cooperation, supported by the Filipino-Canadian community.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged to strengthen trade, energy, and security ties, including pursuing a Canada-Philippines free trade agreement and deepening Indo-Pacific defense cooperation. Canada aims to diversify its economy beyond the U.S. and double non-U.S. exports, supported by its one million Filipino-Canadian community.

Canada and the Philippines have agreed to sign a trade deal this year and expand their defense ties. The agreement was announced during a meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Vancouver on July 2, 2026.

A Philippine religious group, Iglesia ni Cristo, protested near Edsa demanding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stop targeting Senator Rodante Marcoleta. The protest, at a site of a past uprising, highlights a political challenge against the president.

Philippine authorities temporarily blocked the online gaming app Gorebox, which one of two students responsible for a deadly school shooting had used, to assess its potential role in fostering violence. The suspects, aged 14 and 15, opened fire at San Jose National High School, killing three students and wounding 20 others, and obtained firearms from family members.

Two students aged 14 and 15 opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban, Philippines, killing three students and wounding seven. The suspects, who claimed to be bullied, used firearms obtained from family and managed to bypass school security. The 14-year-old suspect may avoid criminal prosecution under Philippine law, which sets the minimum age for criminal liability at 15.

Two students, aged 14 and 15, armed with handguns opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City, Philippines, killing three students and wounding seven others. The suspects, who claimed to have been bullied, were arrested, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the shooting. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered a thorough investigation and called for enhanced security in schools.

Two students aged 14 and 15 opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban, Philippines, killing three students and wounding seven others. The suspects, who claimed to have been bullied, used handguns obtained from family and a relative, and were arrested after a brief manhunt. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered an investigation and called for enhanced security in schools.

Two 14- and 15-year-old students opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban, Philippines, killing three students and injuring seven. The suspects, who claimed to be bullied, were arrested after a brief manhunt. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered an investigation and urged enhanced security in schools.

Two 14- and 15-year-old students opened fire at San Jose National High School in Tacloban city, Philippines, killing three students and injuring seven others. The suspects, who claimed to have been bullied, were arrested; one fled after the attack but was later found. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered a thorough investigation and called for enhanced security in schools.

Russia released 24 Filipinos detained for nine months without charges in Irkutsk after Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. raised the issue with Vladimir Putin during a bilateral meeting in Kazan. The Filipinos are scheduled to return to Manila, with Philippine officials attributing their release to Marcos's diplomatic intervention.

The U.S. and Iran signed a peace deal on June 17, leading Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict had disrupted global oil supplies, particularly affecting Southeast Asian markets, but experts predict it will take months for oil flows and prices to return to pre-war levels due to logistical challenges and depleted stockpiles.

President Vladimir Putin and Southeast Asian leaders agreed to strengthen economic and political ties during a summit in Kazan, expanding their strategic partnership in areas like trade, energy, and digitalization. The summit, co-chaired with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., marked the 35th anniversary of Russia-ASEAN relations and reaffirmed a commitment to a multipolar world guided by international law.

Tehran announced it will charge ships in the Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day period, and US and Iranian presidents signed a peace deal. The agreement includes a memorandum of understanding extending a truce, with the Strait's status not returning to prewar conditions. Philippines President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr expressed optimism about restored navigation in the strait.

The Philippine Senate removed Alan Peter Cayetano, an ally of former President Rodrigo Duterte, as Senate president ahead of the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Sherwin Gatchalian, an ally of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., was elected Senate president with 13 of 24 senators supporting him. The leadership change follows a political dispute between Marcos and Duterte, with the vice president accusing Marcos of her father's arrest and transfer to the International Criminal Court.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier expressed Europe's concern over tensions in the disputed South China Sea during a visit to the Philippines, citing risks to freedom of navigation similar to the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The U.S. has pledged to defend the Philippines under their treaty, while China warns against foreign interference in the territorial disputes involving multiple nations.

Ferdinand Marcos Jr. calls for a special Congress session due to a political deadlock. The Philippines' leader seeks legislative action amid the stalemate.

The Philippines aims to strengthen its maritime industrial base through expanded shipbuilding initiatives, including adding 64 hectares to the West Cebu Industrial Park. Analysts emphasize that the success of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s push will depend on whether new investments create lasting capacity.

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines, causing landslides, at least 47 deaths, and displacing over 45,000 people. Glan Mayor Victor James Yap requested helicopter airlifts to deliver food to isolated villages, as power and access remain disrupted.