Philippines

Biden warns China over Taiwan invasion threat, drawing parallel with Ukraine

U.S. president says Washington has a commitment to defend Taiwan, which lives under the threat of annexation by China.

Biden unveils Indo-Pacific economic plan, 7 ASEAN countries to join

Earlier, sources said only two Southeast Asian members were expected among initial countries joining negotiations under Indo-Pacific Economic Framework.

Philippines Deploys Buoys as ‘Sovereign Markers’ in South China Sea

Philippine Coast Guard also sets up command observation posts on three isles in disputed waters.

Philippine military: 2 suspected Muslim militants killed in Mindanao shootout

The dead suspects were identified as Datu Romah Malang Mastura (alias Mamako) and Ebrahim Samama.

Displaced residents mark the fifth anniversary of the siege of Marawi, southern Philippines, by rallying to demand that they be allowed to rebuild their homes, May 23, 2022.

Marawi’s displaced residents call on incoming president to help them come home

One local leader gives Ferdinand Marcos Jr. a December 2022 deadline to get things done.

Philippine military: 2 suspected Muslim militants killed in Mindanao shootout

The dead suspects were identified as Datu Romah Malang Mastura (alias Mamako) and Ebrahim Samama.

Presumptive President-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (right) meets with U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Heather Variava in Mandaluyong, Philippines, May 23, 2022.

Marcos hosts meetings with international diplomats

2022-05-23

The presumptive incoming Philippine leader meets with envoys and officials from foreign governments.

A burning Philippine ferry is seen from aircraft in the waters off Quezon province, Luzon Island, Philippines, May 23, 2022.

Scores rescued after deadly fire engulfs Philippine ferry

2022-05-23

Photographs from the coast guard showed passengers with life vests on in the water.

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