
Philippine Archbishop Backs Extension for Bangsamoro Transitional Authority
Elections scheduled for next year in the south would only stop momentum of reforms implemented by BTA, Cardinal Orlando Quevedo says.
Policeman, 12 Suspected Drug Traffickers Killed in Shootout in Southern Philippines
2021-01-23Villagers in area where incident occurred sobbed as they came out of their homes after security operation ended.
China Passes Law Allowing Coastguard to Use Force against Foreign Vessels
2021-01-22New law allows China Coast Guard to “take all necessary measures including the use of weapons to stop infringements and eliminate dangers.”
Japan Becomes Latest Nation to Contest Beijing’s Claims in South China Sea
2021-01-22It denounced China’s efforts to limit freedom of navigation and overflight on disputed waterway.