Opinion
The walls are closing in on the House of Duterte
Next year's midterms could be most consequential in Philippine history
The Nikkei View
Japan should lead way in promoting eco-friendly agriculture in Asia
Sharing technology for reducing emissions from rice cultivation is first step
Defense
German Navy says it exercised right to pass through Taiwan Strait
Two naval ships stop at Manila as nations bolster defense cooperation
South China Sea
Philippines sends replacement ship to Sabina Shoal, vows continued presence
China says to continue to carry out law enforcement activities
Markets
Foreign investors lukewarm on China stocks despite Fed rate cut buzz
Property worries persist, but some say worst is over for Chinese markets
South China Sea
Philippines and China hold 'frank, candid' talks on South China Sea
Manila and Beijing meet again amid heightened tensions in Sabina Shoal
Opinion
Philippines needs robust response to China's Sabina Shoal threat
Strategic location is the latest flashpoint in the South China Sea
Politics
Philippine Senate holds ex-mayor Alice Guo in contempt a second time
Case grips nation amid heightened tension with China
International relations
ADB chief Asakawa to step down, 'Mr. Yen' Kanda likely successor
Japanese Finance Ministry veteran says it is time for new leadership
Opinion
The Philippines must kick its coal addiction
A total ban on coal development is needed to prevent further rise in use of the fossil fuel
Crime
Philippines arrests celebrity pastor accused of sex crimes
Interior Secretary posts on Facebook page, without specifying how or where he had been
Natural disasters
Typhoon Yagi weakens after killing dozens in Vietnam, China, Philippines
Storm downgraded to tropical depression but risks of flash floods, landslides remain
Food & Beverage
Icy Philippine dessert halo-halo gets fancier to woo fans
From fruits to edible gold, myriad mix-ins make a treat for eyes and taste buds
Electronics
China's $200 phones put Samsung on the run in Philippines
Apple eyes Southeast Asian push with first store in Malaysia
Markets
Manila Electric to sell $600m stake in solar subsidiary to Actis
Proceeds to be spent on joint development of $3.5bn Terra Solar energy storage project
Politics
Fugitive Philippine ex-mayor arrested in Indonesia
Alice Guo accused of links to Chinese crime syndicates
Natural disasters
Tropical storm Yagi kills 7 in the Philippines
Manila and surrounding regions hit by floods and landslides
South China Sea
U.S. decries China's 'escalatory' acts against Philippines in South China Sea
Washington says Beijing's vessel 'deliberately collided 3 times' with Manila's ship
South China Sea
Philippines accuses China of ramming ship in South China Sea
Beijing counters that an 'illegally stranded' vessel lifted anchor to turn aggressor
Arts
Hayao Miyazaki among five Magsaysay awardees for 2024
Foundation praises animator's gift for making complex issues relatable to kids
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South China Sea
Philippines and Vietnam plan to seal defense MOU this year
Defense ministers sign letters of intent to bolster security ties
Automobiles
Malaysian auto sales close in on ASEAN leader Indonesia
Gap between region's top two markets narrowed to 8,000 units in Q2
South China Sea
U.S. 'ready' to assist Philippines with South China Sea resupplies
Manila says it will only seek American aid if nationals are on 'verge of dying'
Transportation
Philippines' Cebu Pacific bets on tourism boom with $24bn Airbus order
Overhaul of aging Manila airport seen helping draw passengers back to famed beaches
South China Sea
China, Philippines clash in South China Sea despite trust-building efforts
Manila accuses Beijing of 'unprofessional, aggressive and illegal actions'