Cebu, Philippines — As the sun rose over the historic port city of Cebu on May 8, 2026, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Stood before his … Read more
MANILA — The customary splendor of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit—usually defined by ornate gala dinners and carefully choreographed pageantry—was conspicuously absent this … Read more
The Philippines has accused Chinese fishing vessels of deploying cyanide in the disputed waters of the Spratly Islands, alleging a deliberate attempt to sabotage the local … Read more
A month into the most severe oil supply disruption since the 1970s, a familiar anxiety is gripping Asian markets. As energy costs spike and currencies waver, … Read more
Global maritime security has reached a historic milestone, as piracy falls to lowest levels in 35 years during the first quarter of 2026. According to the … Read more
In a significant shift for regional security architecture, Japanese troops have arrived in the Philippines to participate in the annual Salaknib military exercises for the first … Read more
Sydney and Tokyo are bracing for potential disruptions to air travel and increased costs as China significantly reduces its exports of jet fuel, a critical supply … Read more
Hô Chi Minh City – Vietnam is rapidly becoming a key market for European poultry, emerging as the second-largest importer in Southeast Asia in 2025, with … Read more
Kuala Lumpur – A growing number of Israeli citizens are facing detention while transiting through Malaysia, raising serious concerns about travel safety and the reliability of … Read more
Manila, Philippines – In a landmark shift signaling deepening regional security ties, Japan will send combat troops to the Philippines for the annual Balikatan exercises, marking … Read more
MANILA – Mayon Volcano in the Philippines continues to exhibit heightened activity, with state volcanologists observing dramatic lava fountaining late Friday night. The ongoing eruption, now … Read more
