Politics

Comelec welcomes Abas as new poll chief

MANILA -- The Commission of the Elections (COMELEC) on Friday welcomed the appointment of Commissioner Sheriff Abas as its new chairman. COMELEC Spokesman James Jimenez said they support his designation as poll body...

Aguirre slams senators irked over DOJ dismissal of drug raps

MANILA -- Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II on Friday slammed senators who were displeased with the dismissal of the criminal charges filed by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) against former...

Zimbabwe awaits new president

Zimbabwe's state-run broadcaster says Emmerson Mnangagwa will be sworn in as the country's new president on Friday, taking over following the resignation of longtime leader Robert Mugabe. The announcement Wednesday came as...

President Duterte trumpets vigorous momentum of PH-China relations

President Rodrigo Roa Duterte is keen on discussing how to further advance bilateral relations with China as he noted the tangible benefits reaped through practical cooperation. The President made these remarks on...

PH eyed as investment hub for Americans

MANILA -- The Philippines and the United States have committed to strengthen dialogues for innovation and sharing of best practices in technology to optimize the country’s position "as a preferred destination...

PM Trudeau wants stronger people-to-people ties between Canada, PH

MANILA -- Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday said he wants stronger people-to-people ties between Canada and the Philippines. At a press briefing during the 31st ASEAN Summit that the Philippines...

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