Foreign relations of the Philippines
UK eyes Philippines as trade hub
The Philippines is expected to become the United Kingdom’s gateway to the fast-growing Southeast Asian market as Britain seeks to boost its trade with...
Philippines waives visa requirements for 7 more countries
The Philippines has granted a visa-free privilege lasting 30 days for nationals of seven more countries, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) announced on...
Philippines seeking larger US military presence
The government of the Philippines has announced that it will seek a larger American military presence in the country.
The Philippines hosted the largest American...
Philippines strengthens ties to East Timor
The Philippines and the small Southeast Asian nation of East Timor are aiming to enhance bilateral relations in the areas of technical cooperation, human...
South China Sea dispute a threat to regional stability
The dispute over the South China Sea is no longer limited to regional claimants and could threaten the stability of the entire Southeast Asia region, if diplomatic efforts between China, the Philippines and the US fail.
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Thailand, Singapore most vulnerable to potential US recession
Southeast Asia could be seriously affected in case the US falls into recession, but some countries would be more badly hit than others, economists...