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Philippine National Police

Philippine National Police
The latest news and top stories on the Philippine National Police. A prominent Philippines-based governmental body, the Philippine National Police (PNP) is dedicated to maintaining peace and order, preventing and investigating crimes, as well as enforcing laws. Its national headquarters are located at Camp Crame in Quezon City. The PNP’s main areas of focus include law enforcement, public safety and internal security. The institution is recognised for its crucial role in solving major crimes, conducting counter-terrorism operations and leading anti-drug campaigns, serving as the national police force of the Philippines.
People call for the arrest of Senator Ronald dela Rosa during a protest outside the Philippine Senate on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
The Philippines

Who is dela Rosa, the ICC-wanted lawmaker holed up in the Philippine Senate?

The ex-police chief, accused by the ICC of crimes in Duterte’s drug war, is evading arrest over the bloody campaign that killed thousands.

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The Philippines

Philippine parliament start vote on Sara Duterte’s impeachment bid

The Philippines

Filipino taxi driver suspended after overcharging K-pop star Soobin in Cebu

The Philippines

Philippine ex-general arrested after call for military to ‘reset’ society

Romeo Poquiz had publicly called for the armed forces to ‘withdraw their support’ from Marcos over the flood control corruption scandal.

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Romeo Poquiz (centre) is arrested on a sedition charge on Monday at Manila’s international airport. Photo: Philippine National Police ,
The Philippines

How illegal firecrackers ignite a dangerous Philippine new year tradition

Despite decades of regulation, warnings and police raids, Filipinos continue to welcome the new year with explosive celebrations.

The Philippines

Philippines to get up to US$3.5 billion defence aid to counter ‘serious threats’

A US senator says the support for Manila and other allies reflects the threats posed by China and its partners in the ‘axis of aggressors’.

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Philippine anti-drug unit disbanded after teen accuses officers of rape, robbery

The 18-year-old student reported that the officers had forced their way into her home, taken her jewellery and mobile phone, and raped her.

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Manila’s skyline is seen from Bacoor City in Cavite province. Photo: EPA
The Philippines

Philippines and Japan signal defence pact’s depth via aid to quake-hit Cebu

The humanitarian mission is partly aimed at addressing regional concerns over the pact’s objectives, analysts say.

The Philippines

Philippine protests: voices mark moral outrage in ‘dangerous, hopeful’ period

Tens of thousands flooded the streets to denounce government corruption, with a number calling for President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr to resign.

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The Philippines

Terror in the deep: a Philippine lake’s myths are rewritten in bones

Legends say Lake Taal’s volcano was born of betrayal. Today, that folklore feels less like a myth and more like a grim metaphor.

Lightning flashes as Taal Volcano erupts in January 2020. Photo: AP
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Why Beijing’s new plan to bolster its South China Sea claims has Manila worried

Senior Philippine official calls Chinese announcement a pretext for ‘eventual occupation’ as analysts warn of higher tensions.

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An aerial view of Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. Photo: AFP
The Philippines

Was Philippine police chief sacked for rejecting ‘overpriced’ gun deal?

The saga threatens to ensnare top officials while exposing the deepening rift between the Philippines’ executive and legislative branches.

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The Philippines

Philippine police chief sacked after just 84 days in record-short tenure

President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr had praised Nicolas Torre III as ‘our new champion’ less than a month before dismissing him.

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The Philippines

A knockout idea? Philippines police chief accepts boxing challenge from Duterte’s son

General Torre said he had booked a stadium to fight Sebastian Duterte and ‘it’s up to him whether he shows up or not’.

Philippine National Police chief General Nicolas Torre III prepares for his fight against Sebastian Duterte on Thursday. Photo: Handout
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Sack of bones, Duterte drug war add to growing Philippine cock fighters mystery

Three sacks pulled from Taal Lake as justice secretary notes ‘intersection’ in drug war operations and cock fighters’ deaths.

Philippine coastguard personnel aboard an inflatable boat speeds past one of Taal craters on their way to the site where the bodies of cock fighters were allegedly dumped in Taal Lake off Laurel town, Batangas province south of Manila on Thursday. Photo: AFP
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