Day: October 29, 2025

Manila: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is not sending an observer to the Myanmar elections in December, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. confirmed Tuesday night. Speaking to the press after concluding his participation in the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, Marcos revealed that the issue of deploying a monitoring team had been thoroughly discussed during the high-level gathering. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos stated that ASEAN is allowing each member country to decide independently regarding the Myanmar elections. He noted that ASEAN will not adopt a common position, as discussions showed varying perspectives among member states.

Manila: Italy-based Filipina rhythmic gymnast Jasmine Althea Ramilo came out with another sterling performance after winning gold and silver medals in the 4th International Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament Viravolta-Jael in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia in Spain on Oct. 25-26. Ramilo, whose parents came from Santa Catalina, Ilocos Sur, bagged the hoop title and settled for silver in the ball event even without her parents around to cheer her up. According to Philippines News Agency, Ramilo’s mother, Fhey, expressed her happiness and pride in her daughter’s ability to travel and compete independently. ‘Masaya kami ng daddy nya kasi she travel alone, di

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has expressed his commitment to fostering inclusivity and sustainability as the Philippines prepares to chair the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 2026. In a video message following his return to Manila, Marcos emphasized the importance of creating a ‘future-proof’ ASEAN, highlighting the theme ‘Navigate our Future, Together’ for the upcoming summit. According to Philippines News Agency, Marcos assured the nation’s readiness to host the ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, aiming to build upon Malaysia’s current focus on inclusivity and sustainability. He noted that discussions during the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala lumpur: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the Philippines’ bilateral relations with foreign partners such as the United States and the United Nations. Marcos said he seized the opportunity to raise the Philippines’ intent to expand areas of cooperation with its partner countries during his participation in and on the sidelines of the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to Philippines News Agency, in his arrival statement, Marcos noted that he met with his counterparts from the U.S., Japan, India, China, South Korea,

Manila: The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has issued a reminder to travelers to refrain from making bomb jokes, as all personnel have been placed on heightened alert across airports nationwide during the observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. According to Philippines News Agency, CAAP spokesperson Eric Apolonio emphasized the seriousness of the issue during an interview on Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon. Apolonio cautioned, “Huwag kayong gagawa ng bomb joke sa loob ng terminal o sa loob ng eroplano dahil maraming mapiperhuwisyong pasahero,” highlighting the inconvenience caused to passengers. Under Presidential Decree 1727, making bomb jokes