Philippines Corruption Scandal Won’t Derail EU and Canada FTA Talks: What Traders and Investors Should Know
The ongoing flood control corruption scandal in the Philippines has raised public eyebrows, but according to EU and Canadian ambassadors, it will not derail ongoing free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with the country.
Senate Approves PHP308.2-B DILG Budget for 2026: What This Means for Filipinos and Public Safety
The Philippine Senate has approved a PHP308.2-billion budget for the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for 2026, a significant increase from the original PHP285.4-billion proposal. The move demonstrates the government’s ongoing commitment to public safety, local governance, and operational efficiency.
How Citizen Reports Are Uncovering Flood Scams and What It Means for the Philippine Economy
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently highlighted the vital role of citizen reports in exposing irregularities in flood control projects. These efforts are part of broader digital reforms and transparency initiatives aimed at curbing corruption and promoting accountability in government infrastructure programs.
Senate Leadership Draws the Line: Arrests Off-Limits Inside, But Outside the Senate, the Law Prevails
Senate President Vicente Sotto III reaffirmed on Saturday that no senator may be arrested within the Senate, citing the institution’s dignity and courtesy. This comes amid circulating reports that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued a warrant of arrest against Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, a key implementer of the Duterte administration’s anti-drug campaign.
ICC Warrants Could Go Directly to Law Enforcement, DFA Clarifies Amid Dela Rosa Reports
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) clarified on Saturday that arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) may be sent directly to law enforcement agencies, rather than being routed through embassies or other government offices.
Marcos Champions MSME Empowerment and Digital Trade at APEC: What It Means for the Philippine Economy and Forex Markets
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. took the global stage at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, with a powerful message: empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and strengthen digital trade to create more inclusive and resilient economies.
Marcos and Lee Strengthen PH–South Korea Ties: Aiming for a New Era of Strategic Partnership
In a significant diplomatic milestone, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung reaffirmed their commitment to elevate the Philippines–South Korea partnership to “another level.” The two leaders met on the sidelines of the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea, underscoring decades of friendship rooted in shared sacrifice, mutual respect, and growing economic cooperation.
COA Upholds Liability of Ex-PCGG Officials Over ₱190-M Marcos Asset Undervaluation
The Commission on Audit (COA) has reaffirmed its ruling holding former Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) Chair Juan Andres Bautista and four other former officials liable for ₱190 million in government losses due to the undervalued sale of sequestered Marcos family properties between 2012 and 2014.