Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

BRICS Summit and Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi

31 clusters · 859 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: India hosts 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi concluded with the adoption of the 140-point New Delhi Declaration. Under India’s chairmanship, the expanded 11-member bloc—representing approximately 40% of global GDP and 45% of the w

Philippines El Niño water management response

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: President Marcos Jr. inaugurates solar irrigation project in Cagayan

The Philippine government has implemented various strategies to address potential water shortages caused by the El Niño phenomenon. Initially, the administration defended President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s recommendation f

Philippines rice security and El Niño response

9 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Philippines prepares for prolonged drought and water supply risks

The Philippines is managing significant agricultural disruptions caused by El Niño. The phenomenon has resulted in an estimated ₱6.87 billion in agricultural damage and losses across 14 regions, affecting approximately 2

Philippine Supreme Court budget ruling dispute

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Philippines government and Ombudsman respond to Supreme Court budget ruling

The Philippine Supreme Court ruled that Congress cannot exceed the total appropriations recommended by the president, declaring portions of the 2024, 2025, and 2026 national budgets unconstitutional. The decision specifi

Philippines storm and monsoon damage reaches ₱12.4B

30 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: PAGASA warns of floods and landslides across Mindanao and Visayas

By September 15, 2026, the cumulative impact of tropical cyclones Luis, Maymay, Neneng, and Pilandok, combined with the southwest monsoon, caused approximately ₱12.4 billion in damage to agriculture and infrastructure ac

Philippines-China diplomatic tensions

3 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: China claims potential military superiority over Philippines in South China Sea

Diplomatic relations between the Philippines and China have escalated following remarks by Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan. During a forum, Jing stated that China could ‘easily win’ a military conflict with the Philippines

Philippines legal challenges to government actions

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Philippines Supreme Court voids portions of 2024-2026 budgets

Legal challenges have emerged in the Philippines targeting executive and legislative actions. In late September 2026, lawyer Romulo Macalintal filed a Supreme Court petition to declare Republic Act No. 12326 unconstituti

Philippines 2028 presidential election polling

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Sara Duterte leads hypothetical 2028 presidential race in new survey

Recent surveys indicate that Vice President Sara Duterte maintains a significant lead in both public trust and presidential preference for the 2028 elections. A Social Weather Stations survey reported Duterte holds a 56%

Philippine Senate crisis and Duterte impeachment

114 clusters · 178 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Sara Duterte impeachment trial narrows to unexplained wealth charge

The impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte has narrowed significantly as the prosecution moved to withdraw three of the four impeachment articles. These withdrawn charges included allegations of bribery, misuse

Philippines legislation on minors' social media access

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Philippines lower house approves bill restricting minors' social media access

The Philippine government is advancing legislative measures to restrict social media access for minors to protect them from exploitation, harmful content, and mental harm. In early October 2026, the Senate approved Sen

Pag-IBIG Fund 4PH Program developer expansion

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Philippine developers and agencies expand Expanded 4PH housing program

The Pag-IBIG Fund is expanding its network of partner developers to support the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino (4PH) Program. In early September, SM Development Corporation (SMDC) signed a Memorandum of Un

President Marcos Jr. working visit to Singapore

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: President Marcos Jr. concludes five-day working visit to Singapore

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. conducted a five-day working visit to Singapore from October 7 to 11, 2026, at the invitation of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. The visit focused on deepening bilateral ties, exp

Philippines industrial and energy development efforts

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Philippines pushes for nuclear energy adoption to lower costs

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is pursuing strategies to strengthen the Philippines' industrial and technological infrastructure through foreign investment and energy reform. Initially, the administration focused on att

China-Philippines South China Sea tensions, May-Oct 2026

31 clusters · 154 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Philippines reports Chinese vessel incursions in West Philippine Sea

Tensions between China and the Philippines have intensified through late September and early October 2026, marked by shifting maritime strategies and increased military activity. The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)

Poland-Italy defense cooperation and regional security

2 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Karol Nawrocki conducts historic first official visit to the Philippines

Polish and Italian defense officials met in Warsaw to discuss bilateral security cooperation and the geopolitical situation, specifically regarding Ukraine and Russian activities targeting NATO airspace. Polish Defense M

Philippines teacher workload and compensation issues

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Philippines teachers face workload reforms amid budget disputes

Educators in the Philippines have reported extreme workloads driven by non-academic responsibilities, including managing health records, nutrition tracking, and census surveys. This administrative burden is compounded by

Philippines restricts ube exports to protect genetics

6 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Philippines Department of Agriculture seeks PHP 300M for ube expansion

Ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines, has experienced a surge in international popularity due to its vibrant color and unique flavor profile. This demand has expanded from social media trends into major commercial

Manny Pacquiao leadership roles in the Philippines

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Manny Pacquiao leads new Philippine chess federation

Manny Pacquiao has taken on several leadership roles in the Philippines. In September 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed the former senator and boxing legend as the lead convenor of the National Anti-Poverty

Philippines school suspension policy and implementation

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Philippines officials debunk fake nationwide class suspension

The Philippine government is refining policies regarding school closures to ensure more precise and effective management of instructional time. In September 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed agencies to deve

Presidential pardon and release of Mary Jane Veloso

3 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Mary Jane Veloso released following presidential pardon

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has granted an absolute pardon to Mary Jane Veloso, a former overseas Filipino worker who had been imprisoned in Indonesia since 2010. Veloso was originally arrested after authorities disco

Philippines school safety and anti-bullying measures

9 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Philippine police investigate online threats targeting schools

The Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) has introduced measures to enhance campus safety and address school-based violence. Following shooting incidents in Tacloban and Zamboanga, the department implemented Order

EU-Philippines free trade agreement

2 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: EU and Philippines reach free trade agreement to cut tariffs

The European Union and the Philippines have reached a political agreement on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) intended to strengthen economic ties and expand the EU’s trade reach in the Indo-Pacific region. The deal is expe

Huanta province protests in Peru

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Philippines transport strike protests rising fuel prices

In Huanta province, Peru, a widespread strike occurred on August 31 to protest rising fuel prices, public insecurity, and extortion targeting transport workers. Organized by the Frente de Defensa del Pueblo de Huanta and

Philippine fuel price and transport fare developments

4 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Philippines fuel prices to drop as PUV fares increase

In late August 2026, domestic fuel prices in the Philippines were scheduled for a rollback effective September 1. This decrease followed two weeks of price hikes and was driven by international market developments, inclu

Philippines Pax Silica hub phased development

14 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: New Clark City secures $1 billion Taiwanese tech investment

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 Romualdez flood-control investigation

9 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Martin Romualdez to seek bail in ₱7.4B plunder case

Following his arraignment on September 16, where he pleaded not guilty to the P7.44-billion plunder case, former House Speaker Martin Romualdez is preparing to challenge his detention. His legal team intends to file a pe