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The Philippines

The Philippines
The Philippines
Latest news, in-depth features and opinion on the Philippines, covering politics, economy, society, and Manila’s relationships with China and its Southeast Asian neighbours.
President of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos Jnr with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
China-Philippines relations

‘Playing with fire’: Beijing warns Manila after Marcos makes Taiwan remarks

Philippine president’s contention that his country would ‘have to get involved’ in US-China confrontation prompts strong response.

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Climate change

Letters | Give Southeast Asian youth a formal role in climate decision-making

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong Observatory expects showers early next week

Asia elections

Philippine Senate ‘archives’ Sara Duterte impeachment, returns case to high court

Voting to ‘archive’ the vice-president’s charges halts a trial, but keeps the option to revive the case open.

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Philippine Vice-President Sara Duterte walks after filing her counter affidavit regarding her alleged threat to President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr at the Department of Justice in Manila on May 9. Photo: AFP
China-Philippines relations

Did US missiles in Philippines trigger China’s rocket launch?

Philippine officials slam China’s ‘irresponsible testing’, while the country’s space agency warns of the dangers from the launch aftermath.

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Hong Kong tourism

Worried Filipino tourists contact Hong Kong agencies after fatal taxi crash

No tour cancellations received, but agencies say they have been fielding questions following death of Filipino visitor struck by taxi.

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Malaysia

Explainer | What US tariffs mean for Malaysian businesses and workers

While the final rate may look like a good deal on the surface, the deal also raises questions as to whether Malaysia gave up too much.

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Shipping containers stacked at Westport in Klang, Malaysia. Last year, Malaysia sent a record US$47 billion in shipments to the US. Photo: AP
Hong Kong workers/labour rights

Is Hong Kong beating Singapore, Taiwan in attracting foreign domestic helpers?

Employers in Hong Kong, in general, pay higher than in other places and workers enjoy better legal protection, overseas employment centre head says.

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Hong Kong transport

Philippine consulate in Hong Kong helping family of tourist killed in taxi crash

Crash involving 80-year-old cabby prompts lawmakers to renew calls for elderly taxi drivers to be subject to stricter health requirements.

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Animals

Police defend K9 care after photo of gaunt bomb dog draws outrage in Philippines

Officers insist Kobe was fit for duty but animal rights groups demand transparency and reform.

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Members of the Philippine National Police Regional Explosive and Canine Unit accompany Kobe, the bomb-detection dog, during his visit to the Animal Kingdom Foundation’s offices in Manila. Photo: Facebook / Animal Foundation Kingdom
Ferdinand Marcos Jnr

Philippines puts 60-day ban on rice imports to protect local farmers

The suspension period will cover the country’s peak harvest season, when domestic supplies are adequate.

Workers plant rice in Los Banos town, Laguna province, Philippines. Photo; AFP
Singapore

Singapore’s next K-pop idols get grooving in first Southeast Asian academy

SM Entertainment, the company behind Girls’ Generation and Exo, plans to use the academy as a ‘scouting ground’ for regional talent.

Accidents and personal safety

Elderly Hong Kong cabby arrested after crashing into taxi rank, killing tourist

Cabby, 80, says he felt dizzy and lost control of vehicle while turning towards taxi rank, according to source.

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South China Sea

Philippines, India mark strategic leap in 75 years of ties amid China tensions

Marcos’ ‘landmark’ visit reflects the countries’ growing convergence on defence and economic interests, analysts say.

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr (right) with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the ceremonial reception at the presidential palace Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
South China Sea

Beijing ‘on high alert’ for disruption after Philippine-India navy patrol: PLA

‘Manila appears to be seeking the backing of external powers to enhance its leverage in negotiations and to counterbalance China’: academic.

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Philippine and Indian navy ships took part in a two-day joint patrol exercise. China says is vigilant to “any military activities aimed at disrupting the South China Sea or creating tensions”. Photo: Handout
South China Sea

Philippines rejects Chinese ‘fake news’ broadcast of South China Sea clash

Manila claims the video of a maritime confrontation broadcast by state media was old, recycled footage from a past encounter.

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SCMP Highlights

East Asia’s record heat, Singapore F1 tycoon admits guilt: 7 Asia highlights

From Malaysia’s Anwar lauded for peace efforts to a potential India-China thaw, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

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South China Sea

India, Philippines launch first joint South China Sea patrol

The historic joint patrol began as Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr travelled to India for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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An Indian frigate fires a gun during earlier exercises with Singapore’s navy from July 28 to August 1. Photo: Facebook/IndianNavy
Crime

‘Silent epidemic’: how online gambling is ravaging Filipinos’ lives

As addiction to online gambling grows, rehabilitation groups in the Philippines are urging the government to act – before it’s too late.

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Hong Kong workers/labour rights

Groups seek 30% pay rise for Hong Kong domestic helpers to HK$6,500 a month

Domestic worker federation says helpers are in a ‘hungry and malnourished’ condition.

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US-China relations

Asian Angle | When aggressors forget: how historical amnesia fuels US-China conflict

The West’s selective memory fails to recognise China’s resolve never to be bullied again. Singapore can help correct this narrative.

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A Japanese soldiers watches a burning building in this colourised image dated 1945. Photo: Getty Images
SCMP Highlights

China denies FBI chief’s claim, Shenzhen robots for hire: SCMP daily highlights

From Beijing’s response to Kash Patel’s ‘groundless’ claim to Guangzhou and Shenzhen’s underperformance, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

US FBI Director Kash Patel opened the bureau’s new New Zealand office in Wellington on Thursday. Photo: Getty
US-China relations

US’ containerised launcher ‘poses threats to regional security’: China’s military

PLA mouthpiece says the new weapon system hidden in a shipping container ‘represents strategic preparation for high-end warfare’.

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South China Sea

China’s coastguard tows Philippine ship after tense maritime clash in new video

Beijing uses strongest language yet to describe South China Sea confrontations with Manila in footage aired by CCTV.

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Malaysia

A win for ‘sovereign rights’? Malaysia agrees 19% tariff deal with Trump

Malaysia’s trade ministry said the tariff rate was a ‘positive outcome’, achieved without compromising on the nation’s key policies.

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Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz said the 19 per cent tariff rate was a ‘positive outcome’ for Malaysia.
SCMP Highlights

US-China trade talks, Japan’s concern over unruly Indonesians: 7 highlights

From China’s concern over H20 chip safety to actor Will Or being diagnosed with cancer, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

A video of Indonesians in Osaka gathering on a pavement and obstructing passage has prompted social media comments criticising their behaviour. Photo: X/parsonalsecret
Donald Trump

Did quiet talks secure ‘exemptions’, low Trump tariffs for Manila?

A former lawmaker says quiet negotiations enabled Manila to reduce the overall impact of its tariff rate from 19 per cent to just over 6 per cent.

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United States

Opinion | Trump’s many victories will prove pyrrhic

The US president’s arrogance and bullying have given him short-term wins but also embedded long-term resentment and opposition.

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