Category : Foreign Relations


Siasi Declared Rido-Free, Gun-Free Peace Community

The municipality of Siasi in Sulu province has been officially declared a rido-free and gun-free town and peace-centered community through a joint initiative involving the 11th Infantry Division, police, and local government.

Lawmakers Push for WPS Unity, Education in Curriculum

Philippine lawmakers emphasize a fact-based, unified national position on the West Philippine Sea, warning against misinformation. Proposals include integrating WPS education into school curricula to bolster sovereignty awareness.

DSWD Chairs ASEAN Socio-Cultural Council for 2026

The Department of Social Welfare and Development will chair the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council in 2026, emphasizing family resilience, youth empowerment, and inclusive development for vulnerable groups under the RISE ASEAN theme.

DFA-Mindanao Denies UN Secession Reports

The Department of Foreign Affairs in Mindanao has refuted claims that the island is seeking separation from the Philippines or that any secession move is being processed at the United Nations.

Philippines' ASEAN 2026 Leadership: Shared Future Strategy

As the Philippines prepares to chair ASEAN in 2026, the 'Community with a Shared Future' emerges as a vital strategy to prevent Southeast Asia from becoming a superpower battleground, emphasizing economic integration and conflict resolution.

Marcos: Firm Diplomacy in WPS Dispute

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. supports a firm yet diplomatic approach to escalating tensions with China over the West Philippine Sea, as Malacañang emphasizes dialogue over persona non grata declarations.

ASEAN FM Retreat Opens in Cebu Under PH Chairship

Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro opens the 2026 ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat in Cebu, highlighting evolving security challenges and the importance of dialogue and international law for regional stability.

Civic Groups: Aid Not a Justification for China in WPS

Philippine civic society groups argue that humanitarian aid to Filipino fishermen should not excuse China's continued presence in the West Philippine Sea, citing national security concerns under international law.

AFP Verifies Filipino Death Report in Ukraine War

The Armed Forces of the Philippines is investigating reports of a Filipino citizen killed while allegedly fighting with Russian forces in Ukraine, as confirmed by spokesperson Col. Francel Margareth Padilla.

ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat Begins in Cebu

The two-day ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Retreat starts today in Cebu, Philippines, focusing on regional priorities, AI initiatives, and maritime cooperation under the 2026 Philippine chairship.

Chinese Embassy Rejects Senate Resolution

The Chinese Embassy has firmly rejected a Philippine Senate resolution condemning its actions, asserting its right to respond to criticism and defend China against alleged false accusations.

Ortega Praises Marcos' Strong Stand vs China

Deputy Speaker Paolo Ortega V lauds President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s unwavering and principled defense of Philippine sovereignty, citing a recent survey showing strong public support for protecting the West Philippine Sea.

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