Category : Foreign Relations


Talipao, Sulu Declared Gun-Free Peace Zone

The municipality of Talipao in Sulu province has been officially declared a gun-free and peace-centered community, marking a transformative step toward lasting peace and development through military and local government collaboration.

Kalayaan 16 Honored as West Philippine Sea Heroes

The Kalayaan 16 municipal officials receive the West Philippine Sea Heroes Award after China banned them in retaliation for declaring its ambassador persona non grata. Akbayan Party-list and Atin Ito commend their frontline defense of sovereignty.

P2M Smuggled Cigarettes Intercepted in Zamboanga

Authorities in Zamboanga City intercepted a shipment of smuggled cigarettes valued at approximately P2 million during a checkpoint operation on February 15, 2026. The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group led the seizure of 36 master cases of importe

Philippines-Italy Sign New Defense Cooperation Agreement

The Philippines and Italy have signed a new bilateral defense cooperation agreement, replacing an expired memorandum of understanding. The deal expands collaboration in defense co-production, technology, procurement, and logistics.

ICC Names Senators in Philippine Drug War Killings

The International Criminal Court has identified Senators Ronald Dela Rosa and Christopher Go among eight officials as alleged co-perpetrators in drug war killings during Duterte's administration, according to newly released prosecution documents.

Australian Navy Frigate Docks in Subic for Exercises

The Royal Australian Navy's HMAS Toowoomba arrived at Subic Port for a four-day visit, featuring expert exchanges and workshops to enhance maritime cooperation between the Philippine and Australian navies.

Zamboanga Sibugay, OPAPRU Sign MOA for Peace and Development

The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity and Zamboanga Sibugay's provincial government signed a Memorandum of Agreement to implement the Localizing Normalization Implementation Program, aiming to uplift former MILF combata

Philippine Army Conducts Humanitarian Outreach in Basilan

Troops from the 32nd Infantry Battalion distributed gifts and basic items to underprivileged children in Sampinit Complex, Sumisip, Basilan, as part of Civil-Military Operations to strengthen community ties and support vulnerable sectors.

Bohol Suspends Firearm Permits for ASEAN Finance Meetings

Bohol has implemented a temporary suspension of the Permit to Carry Firearms Outside Residence from February 9 to 14, 2026, to enhance security for the ASEAN Finance and Central Bank Deputies' Meeting in Panglao. The measure covers gun clubs, fireworks, a

Marcos Congratulates Japanese PM, Strengthens PH-Japan Ties

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. extended congratulations to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her decisive snap election victory, reaffirming the Philippines' commitment to deepening bilateral and regional cooperation with Japan.

Marcos Still Weighing US Board of Peace Invitation, Palace Says

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has not yet made a final decision regarding an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the new Board of Peace initiative, according to Palace officials. The government is consulting with agencies to ensure alignmen

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