Latest in Tag: Philippines Highlight
Latest in Tag: Philippines
Egypt offers condolences to the Philippines over victims of floods
Due to the mud and rain, rescuers spent the day searching, sometimes with their bare hands, for survivors in mountain villages engulfed in mud.
Egypt, Philippines discuss ways to increase bilateral trade exchange
Furthermore, Morsi pointed out his ministry’s aspiration to cooperate with various international companies in the field of manufacturing, transfer, and resettlement of modern technologies in Egypt in order to support sustainable development strategies by relying on local manufacturing capabilities in Egypt.
Egypt, Spain, Philippines discuss stronger cooperation in tourism, antiquities
They discuss coordinating efforts to resume inbound international tourism to Egypt
4 killed in military helicopter crash in southern Philippines
Philippines authorities said bad weather may have caused the aircraft to crash. There was a strong gust of wind followed by a heavy downpour
Philippines' tourist island Boracay to reopen
After clean-up Boracay, a popular island in the central Philippines that was once dubbed a “cesspool”, is to have a soft opening on Monday, with locals getting the first glimpse of the rehabilitated holiday hotspot.The island, known for its pristine white sand, was closed last April on President Rodrigo Duterte's orders due to environmental degradation. …
Typhoon Mangkhut makes landfall in Philippines
The ‘monster’ Typhoon Mangkhut has crashed into the northern Philippines coast, prompting a mass evacuation. The storm is also expected to batter southern China.Philippine officials said late Friday that the Typhoon Mangkhu had hit the country’s northeastern coast. A massive evacuation had been underway earlier as the typhoon barrelled toward the area. About 5 million …
GAFI, Egyptian Chamber of Commerce expected to visit Philippines in H2 2018
Authority completed one-week tour of Philippine industrial, technological parks
Ramadan in Philippines
The Philippines is located in the Far East in the Pacific Ocean. The archipelago consists of 7,000 islands. Each has mountains, plains, and forests, in addition to the world’s largest coasts, with a large number of lakes, rivers, springs, and streams. Filipino Muslims are called Moro. It is the name the Spanish gave to the …
Philippines announces ban on new open-pit mines
Environment Secretary Regina Lopez continues her crackdown on mining in Philippines, having previously ordered the closure of more than half the country’s open-pit mining projects.Philippines’ Environment Secretary Regina Lopez has announced a ban on new open-pit mining ventures. The move comes following a months-long crackdown on the industry. In February, Lopez ordered the permanent closure …
First living giant shipworm found in Philippines
There are new images of a strange, mud-dwelling sea creature previously only known to exist thanks to fossils. The freaky creature lives in an incredibly harsh environment, turning a noxious chemical into energy.It might look like a creature straight out of “Alien” – but the newly discovered giant shipworm, scientifically known as Kuphus polythamia, was …
Three strong earthquakes hit Philippines
Three earthquakes in 20 minutes caused landslides and building damage although no injuries were reported. Social media users shared images of the effects of the tremors.Three strong earthquakes struck the Philippines main island of Luzon on Saturday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported. The quakes ranged in magnitude from 5.0 to 5.9 and struck Batangas …
If only we could celebrate like the Philippines celebrated 2 years ago
The Philippines generates $25bn annually from call centre exports
ASEAN summit: China wants to dispel interference in South China Sea
At the ASEAN summit, the South China Sea debate has continued to dominate talks. Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte also met with Barack Obama for the first time since describing the US President in vulgar terms.
Cloud rats of the sky islands: 28 new mammal species found in the Philippines
New research reveals that the Philippines may have the greatest concentration of unique mammal species on earth, as scientists introduce a host of furry new characters from its main island of Luzon.
Egypt, Philippines to establish business council by end of 2016
Egypt can be the Philippines’ gateway to Africa
What is the South China Sea row about?
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague has delivered its verdict on the territorial spat. DW answers some of the questions related to the case to explain what the dispute is about and what is at stake.
Court ruling due in South China Sea row between Philippines and China
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague is set to deliver its verdict on Tuesday, July 12. DW answers some of the questions related to the case to explain what the dispute is about and what is at stake.
Philippines confirms murder of Canadian hostage by militant group
The government of the Philippines has confirmed that Robert Hall is dead. The Canadian was captured along with several others by a militant Islamist organization almost a year ago.
Who are the Philippines’ top presidential candidates?
As presidential candidates in the Philippines kick off their electoral campaigns, DW takes a look at the top contenders, and the issues likely to decide who will lead the Southeast Asian nation over the coming six years.
In the faces(s) of disaster
Joel Mataro’s haunting image of typhoon survivors in the Philippines is the winner of our climate change photo contest in cooperation with EyeEm.com. We interviewed the winner. Joel Mataro from the Philippines is the winner of our photo contest. The Global Ideas jury felt that Joel Mataro’s picture best captures both the dramatic transformation of …
Obama seeks to soothe China while boosting ties with Philippines
He directly addressed leaders in Beijing, telling them that maritime territorial disputes needed to be addressed peacefully, not with “intimidation or coercion”
Saudi Arabia imposes fines, jail terms for visa lapses
Punishment ranging from fines and jail terms to confiscation of assets and deportation may be imposed, escalating a year-long crackdown on visa irregularities that have been overlooked for decades.
Top Muslim rebel arrested ahead of Philippine peace deal
President Benigno Aquino’s top adviser on the peace talks, Teresita Deles, lamented that the arrest came at a “sensitive stage” and just weeks ahead of a likely final peace agreement.
World sends emergency relief to battered Philippines
The Pentagon sent Marines and equipment to assist with the relief effort following the typhoon, which may have killed more than 10,000 people in what is feared to be the country’s worst natural disaster.
Philippines checking on reports of abuse in Saudi crackdown
Del Rosario said there were believed to be 660,000 Filipinos working in Saudi Arabia although it remained unclear how many were illegals.
Obama cancels Asia stops as shutdown hits Pacific pivot
Obama had hoped to use the trip to make progress in concluding initial talks on a Trans-Pacific Partnership trade pact.
Turmoil in Egypt: Learning lessons from the Philippines
By James M. Dorsey With Egypt deeply polarised politically and religiously, kick–starting a political process capable of bridging divides and creating an inclusive democratic process seems a distant prospect. It will ultimately depend on the likely shrinking over time of the military’s popular base and the government’s realisation that it needs the United States and …
Philippines to make landmark peace with Muslim rebels
Ceasefire and autonomy promised by government could end nearly 40 year old conflict that left hundreds of thousands dead or displaced.