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China accuses US of "stoking military confrontation" with missile deployment in Philippines

China has accused the United States of escalating military tensions in the region following the recent deployment of a powerful missile launcher in the Philippines capable of firing weapons with a range of up to 1,600 kilometers, CNN reported on Monday.... read..

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BrahMos missile system supplies from India continue to reach Philippines under USD375 million deal

Supplies of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India to the Philippines under a USD 375 million deal, continue as part of the contract between the two nations, defence officials said.... read..

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BrahMos consignment to Philippines: "Could this have been imagined during Congress rule?" asks PM Modi

Referring to the first consignment of India's BrahMos missile to the Phillippines, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked whether all this could have been imagined during Congress rule.... read..

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Chinese military drone spotted flying close to the Philippines ahead of BrahMos delivery from India

A WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone of the Chinese People's Liberation Army was spotted flying in close proximity to the Philippines, ahead of preparations by the Southeast Asian country to receive the delivery of Indian BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, The Eu... read..

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Philippines to hold military exercise with US amid escalating tensions with China

After reaffirming their bilateral ties at the unprecedented trilateral summit held at the White House on April 12, Philippines is set to hold a military exercise with the forces of US and Japan from April 22 to May 10, Nikkei Asia reported.... read..

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"I congratulate all the countrymen...," PM Modi after India delivered BrahMos missiles to Philippines

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated countrymen after India delivered the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines as part of the USD 375 million deal between the two sides signed in 2022.... read..

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India delivers BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Philippines

India delivered the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines on Friday, as part of the USD 375 million deal between the two sides signed in 2022.... read..

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India to deliver first set of BrahMos missiles to Philippines tomorrow

India is set to deliver the first set of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines as part of the USD 375 million deal between the two sides signed in 2022.... read..

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Philippines warns China of undermining regional peace in South China Sea, West Philippine Sea

Following the strong opposition from China over the recently held trilateral summit between Japan, US and the Philippines, Manila warned China for the excessive maritime claims and aggressive behaviour, including its militarization of reclaimed features, ... read..

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Biden hosts Philippines counterpart, Japan PM for first ever trilateral meeting amid China tensions

US President Joe Biden on Thursday hosted the Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for the first-ever trilateral summit between the three countries and said that the US commitments to the defence of Japan and... read..

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US vows 'ironclad' defence of Philippines, Japan amid growing China provocations

The United States' defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines are "ironclad," US President Joe Biden said on Thursday as he hosted the first-ever trilateral summit between the three countries, welcoming Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to the... read..

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China conducts 'combat patrols' in disputed South China Sea amid joint military exercises by US, Japan, Australia, Philippines

China has carried out military "combat patrols" in the disputed South China Sea, amid the US' first joint military exercises with the Philippines, Japan and Australia, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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Philippines reports 'harassment' by Chinese vessels ahead of joint drills with allies

The Philippines has raised concerns over alleged harassment by Chinese vessels targeting Filipino fishing boats within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the contentious South China Sea, just ahead of planned joint military exercises with its allies, Al... read..

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UAE provides food, supplies to landslide-hit in the Philippines

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 3 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates distributed food supplies to assist thousands of people impacted by the heavy rainfall in Davao de Oro Province in the southern Philippines, which led to floods and a landslide in the Elizalde d... read..

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US reaffirms support for Philippines sovereignty amid its tensions with China

US Secretary of Defence Llyod Austin has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Manila in defending its sovereignty while criticising China's "dangerous" water cannon attack at the Philippine supply mission vessel on Saturday.... read..

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Philippines announces decisive measures amid tensions with China

Amid the escalating tensions in the South China Sea, Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr has announced decisive measures to protect his country's sovereignty and maritime rights while ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.... read..

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India, Philippines have seen very perceptible growth in recent times: Jaishankar

Hailing ties between India and the Philippines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a visit to the Philippines on Tuesday, said that ties between Delhi and Manila have witnessed a very perceptible growth in recent times.... read..

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"We firmly support Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty": EAM Jaishankar in Manila

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, who is on a formal visit to Manila, said on Tuesday that India firmly supports the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty and will continue to further enhance cooperation in various fields, including def... read..

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Jaishankar, Philippines counterpart discuss shared interests in ensuring maritime safety

India has briefed the Philippines on the Indian Navy's deployments in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea to counter ongoing threats, external affairs minister Jaishankar said on Tuesday.... read..

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Philippines lodges strong protest with China over water cannon attack in disputed South China Sea

In the wake of accusation by the Philippines that the Chinese Coast Guard wounded three of its soldiers during a water cannon attack in the disputed South China Sea, Manila on Monday summoned Beijing's envoy to lodge its strong protest, Al Jazeera reporte... read..

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Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar on overseas deployment to ASEAN nations, arrives in Philippines

India Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, a specialized Pollution Control Vessel, reached Manila, Philippines on Monday, marking the commencement of its (overseas deployment) OSD mission to Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) countries.... read..

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Philippines accuses Chinese coastguard of firing water cannons at supply boats

The Philippines has accused China's coastguard of firing water cannons at one of its supply boats in South China Sea, Al Jazeera reported. The Armed Forces of the Philippines said that BRP Cabra managed to manoeuvre and reach Unaizah May 4 to provide assi... read..

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Biden to host trilateral summit with Japan, Philippines on April 11

US President Joe Biden will host a three-way summit with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos in Washington on April 11, as announced by the White House, as reported by Kyodo News.... read..

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Jaishankar to embark on official visit to Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia from March 23-27

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, at the invitation of his counterparts, will be on an official visit to Singapore, Philippines and Malaysia from March 23-27, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday.... read..

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Everise expands footprint in the Philippines with newest microsite in Isabela, Cauayan City

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Mindanao in Philippines

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Mindanao in Philippines on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology said.... read..

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Noor Dubai Foundation Initiative transforms lives in Philippines through free cataract surgical caravan

Dubai [UAE], March 7 (ANI/WAM): The Noor Dubai Foundation, in cooperation with the EYE hEAR Foundation and the Department of Health, launched an initiative to provide a free Cataract Surgical Caravan in Borongan, Eastern Samar, Philippines following the s... read..

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CGI is Great Place to Work-certified for the third year in the Philippines

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Earthquake of magnitude 5.4 jolts Philippines

An earthquake of magnitude 5.4 on the Richter scale struck 2km NNW of Maygatasan, Philippines, on Saturday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported.... read..

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Azerbaijan Wins YCO 2024 Gold, Philippines and Nepal share Silver and Italy Bronze

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NIA chargesheets two Khalistan Terrorist Force members deported from Philippines recently

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday filed a chargesheet against two Khalistan Terrorist Force (KTF) members namely Manpreet Singh and Mandeep Singh, who were deported from the Philippines recently.... read..

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China stooped to "gutter level talk": Philippines on Beijing's provocative comments

The Philippine Defence Secretary has called out a Chinese official for insulting President Ferdinand Marco Jr and the Filipino nation with his "low and gutter-level talk."... read..

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China summons Philippines envoy as Manila congratulates Taiwan's President-elect

In swift action after the Taiwan election results, China summoned the Philippines ambassador as Manila congratulated the winner of Taiwan's presidential election, Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday.... read..

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Philippines expands US military presence amid growing China concerns

Against the backdrop of mounting geopolitical tensions and growing unease over China's assertiveness, the Philippines is taking strategic steps to bolster its defence capabilities, Voice of America reported.... read..

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Philippines behaviour in South China Sea "extremely dangerous": Chinese state media

The Chinese state media on Tuesday accused the Philippines of ignoring China's 'goodwill' and 'restraint' and warned the country against "causing trouble and chaos" in the South China Sea, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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China, Philippines hold "frank and candid exchange" amid South China Sea tensions

The Foreign Affairs Secretary of the Philippines, Enrique Manalo, issued a statement revealing that he engaged in a "frank and candid exchange" with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Voice of America reported.... read..

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After Armenia order, Philippines, Brazil, Egypt showing interest in Akash air defence missile system

Amid Indian efforts to expand the export of indigenous military hardware, many countries, including Philippines, Brazil and Egypt have shown interest in procuring the Akash air defence missile system.... read..

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Philippines President says "more assertive" China poses challenge to Asian neighbours, calls for bringing new solutions

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr highlighted the significance of addressing the challenges posed by a "more assertive" China, emphasizing the need for the Philippines and its Asian neighbors to devise "new solutions," CNN Philippines reported.... read..

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US alarmed over Chinese aggression against Philippines, reiterates support

US Joint Chiefs of Staff chair, Gen Charles Brown Jr has expressed alarm over the Chinese aggression against Philippine ships and has said that the US is closely watching the situation, Philippine News Agency reported.... read..

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Indian warship INS Kadmatt docks in Manila port to bolster India-Philippines maritime cooperation

In a bid to bolster maritime cooperation between India and the Philippines, the Indian warship INS Kadmatt docked at the Philippine's Manila port on Monday.... read..

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Philippines, US discuss Beijing aggression, affirm peaceful resolution of disputes

The Philippines and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open region grounded in transparency, rule of law, respect for sovereignty and the peaceful resolution of disputes, Philippines News Agency reported.... read..

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Philippines summons Chinese envoy amid escalating tensions in South China Sea

Amid the recent face-offs between Chinese and Philippines vessels, Manila has summoned Beijing's ambassador and is even considering the possibility of expelling him, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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Startek Secures Another Prestigious Great Place to Work Certification in the Philippines for 2023

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Climate finance pledges cause for optimism: Secretary of Finance of Philippines

Dubai [UAE], December 4 (ANI/WAM): Benjamin Diokn, Secretary of Finance of the Philippines, underscored the significance of COP28 to the world in general and the Philippines in particulate, which he said is "one of the most prone countries to the effects ... read..

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Earthquake of magnitude 6.8 jolts Philippines

An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 on the Richter Scale struck the Philippines on Monday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported.... read..

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Philippines: Tsunami alert lifted after powerful earthquake

A strong earthquake in the southern Philippines has claimed at least one life, as thousands were ordered to evacuate, including in Japan, after tsunami warnings that were later lifted, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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Philippines President condemns bombing attack on Mindanao State University

Philippines President Bongbong Marcos has condemned the attack on Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, which claimed the lives of four people and injured several others.... read..

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Philippines: Three people killed, nine others injured in explosion in university gym in Marawi

As many as three people were killed and nine others were injured after an explosion at a university gymnasium in the southern Philippines, Al Jazeera reported.... read..

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Earthquake of magnitude 7.4 jolts Mindanao, Philippines

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 on the Richter scale jolted Mindanao, Philippines on Saturday, reported the National Centre for Seismology.... read..

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High-level UAE delegation visits Philippines to boost trade and investment ties

Manila [Philippines], November 24 (ANI/WAM): Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, UAE Minister of State, and Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, have led a high-level UAE delegation to Manila, Philippines, to explore bilateral trade and i... read..

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Philippines: Leila de Lima, critic of Duterte's 'drug war' released on bail

Philippines human rights campaigner Leila de Lima, who was famously known for questioning former President Rodrigo Duterte's "brutal drug war" was released on bail on Monday, the New York Times reported.... read..

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