Asia Philippines The order to import about 450.000 tonnes of sugar by the Department of Agriculture is aimed at managing inflation and building up a reserve stock to adequately meet the country's needs
Asia Philippines Philippines condemned the Chinese coast guard for installing what it called a "floating barrier" in a disputed area of the South China Sea, saying it prevents boats from entering and fishing in the area
Asia Philippines Congress will work to grant the necessary funds to the Department of Transportation so that it can accelerate the rehabilitation of Metro Rail Transit Line 3 and serve up to 500.000 commuters per day from the current 300.000
Asia Philippines A total of 2.168 cases of leptospirosis were recorded from 1 January to 22 July this year, a 52% increase from the 1.423 cases recorded during the same period in 2022, with 233 deaths
Asia Philippines A total of 220 persons deprived of their liberty have obtained primary and secondary school diplomas through the Department of Education's Alternative Learning System programme at the Manila Women's Prison