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Former leader’s daughter criticizes ICC over ‘meddling’ in Philippines’ affairs
MENAFN
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July 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has fiercely criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing it of interfering in her country’s internal affairs and calling for the release of her father, former President Rodrigo...
President Marcos Embarks on U.S. Visit
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. set off for Washington on Sunday for a three-day state visit, with the primary aim of advancing a potential trade pact and enhancing military cooperation with U.S. President Donald Trump. This...
Philippine leader heads to Washington for bilateral trade deal
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. departed for Washington on Sunday for a three-day official visit focused on securing a bilateral trade agreement and strengthening defense ties with U.S. President Donald Trump. This marks Marcos’...
Philippines Reports Three Perished in Typhoon Wipha
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Typhoon Wipha has claimed the lives of three Filipinos and affected more than 300,000 people in the country over the past several days, according to Philippine officials on Sunday. By Sunday morning, authorities confirmed three...
Philippine President Heads to U.S. for Trade Deal
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. departed for Washington on Sunday for a three-day official trip, where he is expected to push for a bilateral trade agreement and address defense cooperation in talks with US President Donald...
Trump, Philippine leader make trade agreement
MENAFN
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July 23, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump announced the completion of a new trade agreement with the Philippines after holding talks with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House on Tuesday. Their discussions centered on trade...
US, Philippines Finalize New Trade Deal
MENAFN
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July 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Following a meeting at the White House on Tuesday between US President Donald Trump and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, a fresh trade agreement between the United States and the Philippines was unveiled. “It was a beautiful visit,...
China Calls on U.S.-Philippines Alliance to Not Target Third Parties
MENAFN
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July 22, 2025
(MENAFN) China issued a pointed warning on Tuesday to the United States and the Philippines, urging the allied nations to ensure their cooperation does not undermine the interests of others. “Any cooperation between the US and the Philippines...
TransPerfect Opens New Contact Center in the Philippines
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 22, 2025
NEW YORK and MANILA, Philippines, July 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransPerfect, the world’s largest provider of language and AI solutions for global business, today announced the opening of a contact center in Manila, marking the company’s first...
Legendary Artist Carlos Vives Surprises Colombian Youth with Unforgettable Visit
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 30, 2025
SANTA MARTA, Colombia, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SANTA MARTA, Colombia - Iconic Colombian singer and songwriter Carlos Vives made an surprise visit today to a group of young musicians in his hometown of Santa Marta. The youth, who...
Beijing Issues Safety Warning for Students in Philippines
MENAFN
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July 20, 2025
(MENAFN) Beijing issued a stern warning on Friday advising Chinese students to be vigilant about their personal safety when considering travel to the Philippines, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate. In a public statement...
Philippines Quick Service Restaurants Market Drivers Shaping Future Growth, Revenue $7.9 Billion by 2026 | CAGR 6.9%
EIN Presswire
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July 15, 2025
Philippines quick service restaurants market was estimated at $4.7 billion in 2019 and is expected to hit $7.9 billion by 2026, registering a CAGR of 6.9% WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rise in demand for...
Philippines get shaken with magnitude earthquake
MENAFN
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July 15, 2025
(MENAFN) A 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit the northern region of the Philippines early Tuesday, according to reports that referenced the country’s seismic agency. The quake originated at a depth of 27 kilometers and was centered about 29 kilometers...
Tropical Storm Wipha Leaves Philippines, Heads Toward Southern China
MENAFN
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Tropical Storm Wipha strengthened into a severe weather system on Saturday as it veered away from the Philippines, lashing numerous regions — including Metro Manila — with intense winds and torrential rain. According to a bulletin...
Tropical Storm Wipha exits Philippines after causing widespread disruption
MENAFN
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July 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Severe Tropical Storm Wipha has moved out of the Philippines, leaving behind heavy rainfall, strong winds, and significant disruption in various regions, including the capital area of Metro Manila. According to the national weather...
LENZ Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Recent Corporate Highlights
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 30, 2025
New Drug Application (NDA) for LNZ100 for treatment of presbyopia on track for PDUFA target action date of August 8, 2025 88-member sales force hired and prepared to initiate sales and marketing activities immediately upon approval Executed...
Japanese Financial Planner Koki Aizome (愛染興希) Donates School Supplies to Kids in the Philippines to Combat Child Poverty - DELETED
EIN Presswire
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July 18, 2025
JAPAN, July 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Financial planner Koki Aizome (愛染興希), who is also known as a finance-focused influencer, carried out a charitable project in the Philippines to donate school supplies and Japanese school backpacks...
Digital Wallet Corp. and PNB Forge Global Partnership to Revolutionize Fintech Services for Filipinos Worldwide
EIN Presswire
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July 17, 2025
A strategic alliance between Digital Wallet Corp. and PNB aims to enhance global remittance services and financial access for overseas Filipinos. TOKYO, JAPAN, July 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Digital Wallet Corporation (Tokyo, Japan – CEO,...
Philippines Boosts Global Legal Aid for OFWs with New Policies and Expanded Programs
EIN Presswire
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July 9, 2025
The Philippine government has significantly enhanced its legal assistance programs for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) over the past years, unveiling policies. UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, July 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Philippine government...
Presentation of Credentials Ceremony, 29 July 2025
Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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July 29, 2025
The following foreign Heads of Missionpresented their credentials to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam in separate ceremonies at the Istana today: (a) The High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh Her Excellency Ferdousi Shahriar (b)...