The Philippines: Harnessing Smart Tech for Disaster Preparedness

The Philippines is frequently exposed to destructive natural disasters, including earthquakes, typhoons, and floods. In light of these recurring threats, disaster preparedness has become an essential priority for the country. To aid local government units …

Philippines says to sign troops pact with Canada as defence ties deepen

Philippines and Canada conclude defense negotiations

This agreement will establish a framework for greater cooperation, fostering closer collaboration between defense and military establishments, enhancing interoperability between forces, and facilitating more effective joint exercises and capacity-building …

STT GDC Philippines Transitions to 100% Renewable Energy Operations

By Bing Gonzales on March 7, 2025 MANILA, Philippines— ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) Philippines has reached a sustainability milestone by transitioning to 100% renewable energy across all its operational data centers in the Philippines. This …

South Africa secures market access for table grape exports to the Philippines

CAPE TOWN, March 6 (Xinhua) -- As South Africa's agricultural sector continues to drive economic growth, the country has successfully gained market access to export fresh table grapes to the Philippines. Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen made the …

Is the Philippines air force prepared? Crash raises questions on purchase, aircraft type

The aftermath of a fighter jet crash in the Philippines has cast the spotlight on its air force’s capabilities and whether the grounding of its remaining FA-50 squadron would leave the country’s airspace vulnerable as President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr ordered …

ASIA/PHILIPPINES - Bangsamoro: dialogue initiatives to counter the increase in violence in the Muslim region

Foto di Zeke Tucker su Unsplash Zamboanga City (Agenzia Fides) - The increase in violence in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), in the south of the Philippines, is a factor that worries society, public opinion and religious …

STT GDC Philippines goes fully renewable in data center operations

ST TELEMEDIA Global Data Centres (STT GDC) Philippines, a data center solutions provider, said its data centers are now powered by renewable energy. “Operating on renewable energy is a significant step forward, showcasing our determination to lead the way …

Chinabank, Manulife Philippines renew bancassurance partnership for 15 years

CHINA BANKING Corp. (Chinabank) has renewed its bancassurance partnership with The Manufacturers Life Insurance Co. (Phils.), Inc. (Manulife Philippines) through Manulife Chinabank Life Assurance Corp. (MCBL). The Sy-led bank’s board of directors ratified …

Agriculture on opening of new export market for fresh table grapes from South Africa to Philippines

As the agriculture sector once again lifts its head as a notable driver of economic growth in South Africa (SA), we are pleased to announce that South Africa has gained market access for the exportation of fresh table grapes from the Republic of South …