The Latest Breaking News from Manila

Philippines increases South China Sea patrols as Beijing set to roll out new trespass laws

Manila has previously described new regulations, which allow Chinese coast guard to detain foreigners, as ‘an escalation of the situation’

The Guardian - AU · Jun 14, 2024

Philippines Deploys River Rangers In Battle Against Plastic

Using a long-handled net, Ronnel Narvas scoops up discarded plastic soft drink bottles, shopping bags and palm-sized sachets as he wades through a foul-smelling tributary in the Philippine capital Manila.

International Business Times · May 28, 2024

‘Impossible’ heatwave struck Philippines in April, scientists find

Human-caused climate crisis brought soaring temperatures across Asia, from Gaza to Delhi to Manila

The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2024

India’s nuanced approach in the South China Sea

The evolution of India’s position on the South China Sea cannot be decoupled from its complex relationship with China

The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024

Marcos Jr treads fine line with China as Philippines deepens US, Japan ties

Philiippines president highlights benefits to the Philippines economy of promised $100bn of investments.

Al Jazeera · Apr 13, 2024

Philippines Trains Pet Dogs For Search And Rescue

With her owner holding her leash, Philippine pooch Hazel sniffs through rubble in a simulated search for survivors of a major earthquake in the capital Manila.

International Business Times · Apr 12, 2024

Biden pledges to defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea

US president describes defence commitment to the Philippines and Japan as ‘ironclad’ as Beijing accuses Manila of violating Chinese sovereignty

The Guardian - AU · Apr 12, 2024

Biden Hosts First Philippines-Japan Summit As China Looms

US President Joe Biden holds the first ever summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines Thursday to show support for Manila against China's growing assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea.

International Business Times · Apr 11, 2024

Philippines, US, Australia, Japan To Hold Joint Drills In Disputed Sea

The United States, Australia, Japan and the Philippines will hold joint naval and air drills in the disputed South China Sea on Sunday, their defence chiefs said in a statement, as they deepen ties to counter China's growing assertiveness in the region.

International Business Times · Apr 6, 2024

Thousands Of Philippine Schools Suspend In-person Classes Due To Heat

Thousands of schools in the Philippines suspended in-person classes Friday, the education department said, as parts of the tropical country endured dangerously high temperatures.

International Business Times · Apr 5, 2024