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Maritime Law Expert Urges Manila to Name Islets in South China Sea
Maritime Law Expert Urges Manila to Name Islets in South China Sea 2021-06-07

The move could help the Philippines exercise its territorial rights, former solicitor general says.

World Bank Revises Down 2021 Projected Growth for Philippines
World Bank Revises Down 2021 Projected Growth for Philippines 2021-06-08

Philippine economy is now forecast to expand by 4.7 percent this year.

COVID-19: Philippine President Amplifies Appeal for Filipinos to Get Vaccinated
COVID-19: Philippine President Amplifies Appeal for Filipinos to Get Vaccinated 2021-06-08

Those who ignore health protocols could be charged for endangering others, Rodrigo Duterte warns.

ASEAN, Beijing Agree to Self-Restraint in South China Sea
ASEAN, Beijing Agree to Self-Restraint in South China Sea 2021-06-08

China, meanwhile, assures Burmese junta that domestic situation in Myanmar will not affect bilateral friendship.

Philippines Condemns Landmine Attacks by Communist Rebels
Philippines Condemns Landmine Attacks by Communist Rebels 2021-06-09

Two civilians were killed and five injured in a pair of roadside blasts.

Southeast Asian Activists Criticize Rich Countries for Pre-ordering COVID-19 Vaccines in Excess
Southeast Asian Activists Criticize Rich Countries for Pre-ordering COVID-19 Vaccines in Excess 2021-06-10

Supply shortages leave region’s nations dangerously behind while virus mutates, says People’s Vaccine Alliance Asia.

UN Declares Polio Outbreak in Philippines Over
UN Declares Polio Outbreak in Philippines Over 2021-06-11

Some cases of the potentially crippling disease re-emerged in the country in 2019.

China’s Loan Agreements with Philippines Skewed in Beijing’s Favor, Contracts Show
China’s Loan Agreements with Philippines Skewed in Beijing’s Favor, Contracts Show 2021-06-11

The Philippines is one of few Southeast Asian countries to make such agreements public, analysts say.

Abu Sayyaf Militant Accused of Beheadings Killed in Southern Philippines
Abu Sayyaf Militant Accused of Beheadings Killed in Southern Philippines 2021-06-13

Nephew of Islamic State leader in the Philippines also slain, military says.

Philippines Again Postpones Decision on Ending Military Pact with US
Philippines Again Postpones Decision on Ending Military Pact with US 2021-06-14

Deferral comes amid rising Manila-Beijing tensions over Chinese ships in Philippine waters in South China Sea.

Philippines: Human Rights Groups Condemn Public Shaming of Accused Lesbians
Philippines: Human Rights Groups Condemn Public Shaming of Accused Lesbians 2021-06-14

Residents in southern Maguindanao province witnessed six women and girls have their heads shaved.

ICC Top Prosecutor Pushes Full Probe into Philippine Drug-War Killings
ICC Top Prosecutor Pushes Full Probe into Philippine Drug-War Killings 2021-06-14

Fatou Bensouda seeks investigation into thousands of deaths tied to President Duterte’s campaign.

Philippine President won't Cooperate with ICC Probe into Drug War
Philippine President won't Cooperate with ICC Probe into Drug War 2021-06-15

Spokesman Harry Roque said the investigation was “political” because foes of Rodrigo Duterte had filed the allegations.

Philippine President’s Daughter: Will Help with ICC Probe, if Govt Allows
Philippine President’s Daughter: Will Help with ICC Probe, if Govt Allows 2021-06-16

Sara Duterte is the mayor of Davao City, where her father previously held the same post.

Philippine Military: 12-Year-Old among 3 Killed in Clash with Suspected Communist Rebels
Philippine Military: 12-Year-Old among 3 Killed in Clash with Suspected Communist Rebels 2021-06-17

A rights group leader claims the victims were farmers heading to town to purchase rice.

Philippine Police Kill Ex-Mayor on Duterte’s Narco-Politician List
Philippine Police Kill Ex-Mayor on Duterte’s Narco-Politician List 2021-06-17

National chief says Montasser Sabal was fatally shot after allegedly grabbing escort officer’s gun.

Philippine Rights Commission to Investigate Killing of Boy, 16, by Police
Philippine Rights Commission to Investigate Killing of Boy, 16, by Police 2021-06-18

The teenager, Johndy Maglinte, was one of two alleged drug suspects killed near Manila.

Philippine Police Arrest 5 Chinese over Alleged Kidnap Attempt
Philippine Police Arrest 5 Chinese over Alleged Kidnap Attempt 2021-06-18

A Filipino who served at the group’s driver also charged after officers rescued suspected victim.

Philippine Lawyers, Opposition Politicians Rip Duterte for Threat to Jail Vaccine Dodgers
Philippine Lawyers, Opposition Politicians Rip Duterte for Threat to Jail Vaccine Dodgers 2021-06-22

The president’s call to arrest those who refuse inoculations has no legal basis, lawyers group says.

Ex-Philippine President Benigno Aquino III dies
Ex-Philippine President Benigno Aquino III dies 2021-06-24

He led his country to a landmark court victory against Beijing over the South China Sea.

6 Die in Philippine Military Helicopter Crash
6 Die in Philippine Military Helicopter Crash 2021-06-24

Defense secretary grounds all 11 Black Hawk choppers acquired since November 2020 while military investigates crash.

Philippine Military Rescue Teen Daughter of Indonesian Suicide Bombers
Philippine Military Rescue Teen Daughter of Indonesian Suicide Bombers 2021-06-24

The girl was married to a militant and underwent terror training, military officials say.

Philippine Police Chief: No Law Requires Officers Wear Body Cameras
Philippine Police Chief: No Law Requires Officers Wear Body Cameras 2021-06-25

Gen. Guillermo Eleazar said the cameras could promote transparency amid killings linked to drug war.

Responding to Watchdog, Philippines Vows to Prosecute Terrorism Funders
Responding to Watchdog, Philippines Vows to Prosecute Terrorism Funders 2021-06-28

Manila faces increased monitoring over efforts to stop money laundering, the Financial Action Task Force said.

Duterte Hits Out at Pacquiao as Philippine Election Nears
Duterte Hits Out at Pacquiao as Philippine Election Nears 2021-06-29

A presidential bid by the boxing great may harm the chances of Duterte’s daughter, analysts say.

Philippines Seeks to Disband ‘Private Armed Groups’ Ahead of 2022 Polls
Philippines Seeks to Disband ‘Private Armed Groups’ Ahead of 2022 Polls 2021-06-30

Many of the groups are hired by politicians, interior secretary says.

Philippines, Japan to Hold First-Ever Joint Air Drills Next Week
Philippines, Japan to Hold First-Ever Joint Air Drills Next Week 2021-07-01

The two U.S. allies have separate territorial disputes with Beijing in the South China and East China seas.

Controversial General Resigns from Philippine Anti-Communist Task Force
Controversial General Resigns from Philippine Anti-Communist Task Force 2021-07-01

Lt. Gen. Antonio Parlade Jr. stirred controversy by “red-tagging” lawmakers, celebrities and reporters, among others.

Philippines: Volcanic Eruption Forces Thousands to Evacuate
Philippines: Volcanic Eruption Forces Thousands to Evacuate 2021-07-02

The Taal Volcano is not far from the Philippine capital.

Troops, Civilians Killed in Philippine Military Plane Crash on Jolo Island
Troops, Civilians Killed in Philippine Military Plane Crash on Jolo Island 2021-07-04

The C-130 was attempting to land when it overshot the runway and broke in half, officials say.

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