South China Sea
Philippines to seek diplomatic solutions in South China Sea
Secretary Enrique Manalo tells Nikkei that peace and dialogue 'must prevail'
International relations
Philippines and Japan to sign defense agreement, says Manila
Ceremonial signing set to come ahead of '2-plus-2' talks between countries
Sports
Japan basketball league shoots for fans in Philippines and rest of Asia
Taiwan chipmaker TSMC's plant offers opportunity for Kumamoto team
Transportation
Japan's NYK Line to train women sailors in Philippines
Shipping company builds new dorm at maritime school to expand talent pool
International relations
Philippines-Japan meeting to eye defense pact, may bud more 'coalitions'
Experts see multiple implications beyond potential reciprocal access agreement
South China Sea
Philippines demands China pay $1m over South China Sea clash in June
Head of armed forces says Manila-Tokyo troop access deal is close to being signed
Transportation
Philippine LCC Cebu Pacific to buy up to 152 jets worth $24bn
Deal pegged as largest aircraft purchase in Philippine aviation history
South China Sea
Philippines to be 'relentless' in protecting South China Sea rights
Beijing-Manila dialogue sees 'substantial progress': Foreign Ministry
Business deals
Philippines' Jollibee to buy South Korea's Compose Coffee for $238m
Acquisition adds coffee chain to fast-food purveyor's portfolio
Education
Japanese university operator looks to Philippine campus for growth
English learners from Asia get lower-cost alternative to U.S., Europe
International relations
Philippines and U.S. to hold 2+2 talks in 'late July,' sources say
Allies' diplomatic and defense chiefs to meet in Manila
International relations
U.S., Japan, Philippines join to battle disinformation
Experts to discuss responses against campaigns linked to China, Russia
Economy
Philippine central bank chief says August rate cut 'more likely' than before
Keeps key interest rate on hold for now amid lingering inflation worries
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Immigration
Philippines, Bangladesh push Asian migrant numbers to record high
6.93 million workers go abroad in 2023 as remittances hit $371.5 billion
Telecommunication
Japan plans support for Philippine 5G network to counter China tech
Installation of base stations expected to start as early as this summer
Politics
Duterte eyes Senate in Philippine midterms, threatening Marcos
Latest political twist follows Vice President Sara Duterte's quitting cabinet
Opinion
China's spilling of Filipino blood shows more U.S. support needed
Mutual defense treaty could be applied to 'gray zone' tactics in South China Sea
International relations
Philippines warns online casinos could be China-linked 'Trojan horses'
Concerns mount as authorities continue investigations and raids
South China Sea
Philippines says it won't start a war, after clash with Chinese Coast Guard
President Marcos told Filipino forces the country would settle issues peacefully
South China Sea
South China Sea situation deeply concerning, U.S. East Asia envoy says
In Hanoi, Daniel Kritenbrink calls Beijing's actions in disputed waterway 'destabilizing'
Food & Beverage
Philippines touts cuisine to take on Southeast Asian rivals
President Marcos looks to put local dishes on map with international visitors
Defense
New U.S. Okinawa unit to counter 'China aggression': Marine chief
Regiment to have long-range firepower to sink ships from islands
Property
Japanese-style suburban communities set to pop up outside Metro Manila
Nomura Real Estate embarks on project with Philippine partner Federal Land
South China Sea
Philippines wants China economic ties despite tensions: top official
Manila hopes Japan will take a larger economic role, including more ODA funding
South China Sea
China says Japan has 'no right to intervene' in sea dispute with Philippines
Beijing's embassy slams Tokyo's statement after latest South China Sea incident