The Chinese government has underscored the importance of the Philippines in its “neighborhood diplomacy” and vowed to maintain its friendly policy with the next administration.The statement, delivered by Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbi…

The government’s cases against outgoing Senator Leila de Lima for her alleged involvement in the illegal drug trade remain strong as recanted testimonies have no bearing yet, Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Menardo Guevarra said on Tuesday.Guevar…

Government disaster agencies and the provincial government of Sorsogon have shelled out some PHP18.7 million in assistance to the people affected by Bulusan Volcano’s eruptive activities starting on June 5, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported on…

Outgoing President Rodrigo R. Duterte administered the oath of office to 38 elected and re-elected local officials including Pampanga Second District Representative-elect Gloria Macapagal Arroyo in a ceremony at Malacañan Palace on Monday.Photos from t…

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is looking to acquire more 97-meter multirole response vessels (MRRV), similar to its newest vessels — BRP Teresa Magbanua and BRP Melchora Aquino.Vice Adm. Eduardo Fabricante, PCG Deputy Commandant for Operations made…

The Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats (Lakas-CMD) continues to beef up its ranks with a total of 52 members in the House of Representatives after two more lawmakers joined the party for the incoming 19th Congress.In an oath-taking ceremony held at the L…