Day: October 26, 2025

Gyeongju: SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won announced that the upcoming APEC CEO Summit in South Korea will provide a platform for global companies to tackle the challenges posed by protectionism. Chey, who also leads the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), emphasized the importance of the summit during a group interview with various YouTube channels. According to Philippines News Agency, the KCCI will host the APEC CEO Summit from Tuesday to Friday in Gyeongju, approximately 275 kilometers southeast of Seoul. This event will coincide with the APEC summit, which unites delegations from 21 member economies. Chey highlighted the summit’s

Kuala lumpur: Cambodia and Thailand have signed a peace agreement aimed at resolving their enduring border dispute, following deadly clashes in July that led to the displacement of thousands. The historic accord, signed on Sunday at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, marks a significant step towards ceasing hostilities and fostering good relations between the two nations. According to Philippines News Agency, the peace deal includes the release of 18 Cambodian prisoners of war and involves the deployment of observers from ASEAN countries, including Malaysia, to ensure lasting peace. US President Donald Trump, who played a key role alongside

Manila: Two records were broken at the start of the Batang Pinoy National Championships swimming competition Sunday at Antonio Acharon Sports Complex here. Hometown bet Christian Isaiah Lagnason topped the boys’ 12-13 200-meter Individual Medley (IM) in 2 minutes and 19.63 seconds to erase the 2:22.02 set by Pasig City’s Arvin Naeem Taguinota II in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan last year. According to Philippines News Agency, Rizal’s Von Andrei Pi±on (2:22.83) placed second and Pasay City’s Ramon Calix Ching (2:24.65) was third. Laguna’s Ashton Clyde Jose also delivered a record-breaking performance in the boys’ 16-17 200m IM with a time

Kuala lumpur: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. engaged in bilateral meetings with leaders from Cambodia, Thailand, Canada, Japan, and the European Council during the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos reaffirmed Manila’s support for peaceful conflict resolution between Thailand and Cambodia during his meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet. They discussed the importance of dialogue and international law in resolving the Thai-Cambodian conflict. The meeting also highlighted the signing of the Terms of Reference of the ASEAN Observer Team as a positive step in conflict resolution efforts. Thailand and Cambodia signed an

Kuala lumpur: The Philippines would bring tangible benefits to the region through practical, inclusive, and measurable initiatives when it hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. asserted the Philippines’ readiness during the plenary session of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings here on Sunday. According to Philippines News Agency, President Marcos reaffirmed Manila’s commitment to sustain the gains achieved by the bloc and push for ASEAN 2045, which aims to build a resilient, inclusive, and dynamic regional community, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary Claire Castro said in a press briefing. ‘Sa kanyang

Manila: Nine swimming records were shattered on the opening day of the 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships at Antonio Acharon Sports Complex here Sunday. Local bet Christian Isaiah Lagnason broke two records previously held by Pasig’s Arvin Naeem Taguinota II, setting new benchmarks in the boys’ 12-13 200-meter individual medley (IM) and 100-meter freestyle events. According to Philippines News Agency, Lagnason reset the 200m IM mark by nearly three seconds, clocking 2 minutes and 19.63 seconds and erasing the previous standard of 2:22.02, while posting 57.26 seconds in the 100m freestyle — almost a full second faster than the old