Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

Philippine Senate crisis and Duterte impeachment

101 clusters · 170 sources · last updated about 4 hours ago

Latest: Philippines House officials question Sara Duterte’s motives and fund handling

The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte continues to focus on the verification of confidential fund recipients and allegations of unexplained wealth. The prosecution expects former Senator Antonio Trillanes

Philippines Romualdez flood-control investigation

7 clusters · 22 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Martin Romualdez faces plunder charges and medical transfer dispute

In early September 2026, the investigation into the Philippines’ flood-control project scandal reached a critical turning point. The Office of the Ombudsman formally filed plunder charges against former House Speaker Mar

Philippines storm and monsoon damage reaches ₱12.4B

22 clusters · 50 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Philippines weather: Monsoon brings rain and flood risks to Mindanao and Visayas

By September 10, 2026, the cumulative impact of tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay, Neneng, and Pilandok, combined with the southwest monsoon, has caused approximately ₱12.4 billion in damage to agriculture and infrastructur

Death of Philippine National Artist Resil Mojares

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: Philippines declares national mourning for literary icon Resil Mojares

Resil Mojares, a renowned Cebuano author, historian, and 2018 Philippine National Artist for Literature, died on September 5, 2026, at the age of 83. Mojares was a prolific educator and the founding director of the Cebua

Luzon Economic Corridor development

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Luzon Economic Corridor expands to 13 partners with EU and Spain

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has initiated efforts to secure international partnerships and private-sector investment for the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC). During an investment forum in Taguig City, the President emph

Philippine poverty reporting and measurement

6 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Philippines reports rising economic optimism and record low poverty

The Philippines has reported a significant decrease in poverty incidence, with individual poverty falling to 9.7 percent in 2025 from 18.1 percent in 2021. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto noted that poverty fell from 15.

Bangsamoro 2026 parliamentary elections – security & prep

14 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Philippine police deploy security for BARMM parliamentary elections

As the 14 September 2026 parliamentary elections approach, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has delivered approximately 6,500 automated counting machines and essential paraphernalia to local hubs. The commission aim

Metro Manila waste management and flooding crisis

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Marikina River flood mitigation and waste management prioritized by President Marcos Jr

Metro Manila is experiencing a waste management crisis that has exacerbated flooding during the monsoon season. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. described garbage levels as being at a ‘critical’ stage, noting that waste ac

Southeast Asian semiconductor industry development

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Vietnam electronics exports reach $101 billion amid $60.5 billion trade deficit

Southeast Asian nations are advancing national industrial strategies to establish the region as a semiconductor and digital economy hub. While Thailand has unveiled a national semiconductor plan and Malaysia has committe

Philippines Pax Silica hub phased development

12 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Pax Silica initiative to establish AI manufacturing hub in New Clark City

In July 2024, the Philippines joined the U.S.-led Pax Silica coalition to diversify semiconductor and rare-earth supply chains, emphasizing its nickel, copper, chromite, and cobalt reserves. A centerpiece is a 1,620-hect

Philippines tourism industry growth and diversification

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Southeast Asian tourism shows split growth in Philippines and Thailand

The Philippines is experiencing a significant surge in tourism, characterized by rapid growth in niche sectors and rising international visitor numbers. Initial reports identified the country as the world’s fastest-grow

Philippines 2027 national budget proposal

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Office of the Vice President proposes ₱785.2 million budget for 2027

The Philippine government has proposed a P7.2-trillion national budget for 2027, which represents a significant increase over previous proposals. The initial plan, submitted by the Department of Budget and Management, ai

Central Luzon flooding and mitigation efforts

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: President Marcos orders Sabo Dam construction to prevent flooding

Severe flooding in Central Luzon, driven by the southwest monsoon and tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay, and Neneng, has affected over 3.5 million people and caused significant agricultural and residential damage. In resp

Philippines National Heroes Day commemorations

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Philippines observes National Heroes Day with calls for civic duty

The Philippines has engaged in various commemorations to honor both historical figures and modern citizens. Initial efforts focused on the “Hero For All: Honoring Stories of the Everyday Filipino” initiative, which award

Philippines EV incentive program

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Philippines to launch new automotive incentive programs

In late July 2026, the Philippines announced a US$1 billion electric-vehicle incentive scheme (EV Incentive Strategy, EVIS) that would cover up to 40% of costs for fully electric vehicles and 30% for hybrids, fuel-cell,

Philippine migrant worker welfare and budget planning

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Philippines boosts funding for OFW repatriation and welfare

The Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) have proposed a combined budget of approximately P11.6 billion for 2027 to support overseas Filipino workers (OFWs

Marcos Jr. 2026 SONA: Policy Reforms and Public Backlash

11 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Philippines: Marcos addresses local funding and senior citizen benefits

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on 29 July 2026, outlining a roadmap focused on economic transformation, food and energy security, and sovereignty. The administration

Economic and industrial development in Mindanao and Visayas

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Philippines targets Mindanao and Visayas for economic and industrial growth

The Philippines is implementing strategic frameworks to drive industrial and economic growth in Mindanao and the Visayas. Following the signing of Executive Order No. 122 by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Mindanao is be

Philippines poverty reduction and economic policy

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Philippines to boost middle-class support and protect 6.5M Filipinos lifted from poverty

The Philippines reported a record low poverty incidence of 9.7 percent in 2025, marking the first time the rate has reached single digits. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, this decline lifted approximate

Philippines 2026 Barangay and Youth election postponement

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Philippine Senate divided over 2026 BSKE postponement

The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) in the Philippines has confirmed its readiness to conduct the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) scheduled for November 2, 2026. Chairperson George Edwin M. Garcia re

Philippines electricity system loss charge reform

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Philippines ERC considers scrapping electricity system-loss charges

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. first pledged to eliminate the system‑loss charge that appears on Meralco electricity bills, prompting applause and an ERC warning that a change to the 2001 Electric Power Industry Reform A

ASEAN Treaty of Amity and Cooperation 50th anniversary

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Philippine Taekwondo Association celebrates 50th anniversary

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hosted a gala dinner at Malacañan Palace to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC). Originally signed in 1976 by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines,

Philippines monsoon flooding response

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Manila declares state of calamity in flood-hit barangays

Heavy rains caused by an enhanced southwest monsoon led to significant flooding in the Philippines, prompting both national and local government responses. At the national level, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. convened

Philippines outsourcing industry evolution and AI readiness

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Philippines ranks fifth globally in AI readiness for outsourcing

The Philippine outsourcing sector is undergoing a significant structural transition driven by shifting demand and the rise of generative artificial intelligence. In the second quarter of 2026, client sign-ups for virtual

Violent crime incidents in Brazil and Philippines

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Gun violence in Brazil leaves one dead and multiple injured in separate incidents

Reports of violent incidents have emerged across Brazil and the Philippines, involving shootings, homicides, and domestic violence. In the Philippines, a shooting at a school affiliated with Ateneo de Zamboanga resulted

Philippines expands strategic ties and manages regional T&S

9 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Philippines President Marcos clarifies tech hub goals and China relations

In early July, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. elevated the Philippines‑Japan relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership and highlighted a parallel strategic partnership with Canada that secured roughly US$2.5

Players advance at Cincinnati Open amid scheduling scrutiny

18 clusters · 260 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Cincinnati Open sees key advances in WTA and ATP draws

The Cincinnati Open continues with significant developments across both the ATP and WTA tours. In the women’s draw, world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has advanced to the round of 16 following a victory over Wang Xiyu, setting

Armed attack near high school in Salamanca

2 clusters · 114 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Zamboanga school shooting leaves two students and gunman dead

An armed attack occurred near the Sabes high school in the Infonavit 1 neighborhood of Salamanca. The incident, which took place at the intersection of Avenida Comunicación Norte and Calle Obrero Mundial, resulted in two

China-Philippines diplomatic dispute

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: China and Philippines clash over illegal labor dispute

Diplomatic tensions between China and the Philippines have escalated following a May law-enforcement operation in Misamis Oriental. During the raid on a Sanjia Steel Group facility, Philippine authorities arrested approx