PHILIPPINES

Philippines: APEC meeting moved from Legaspi to Manila

Manila – The Philippine government announced on Wednesday the transfer of the Informal Senior Officials Meeting (ISOM)of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation …

2 German hostages freed in southern Philippines

Manila – Two German hostages held by the Abu Sayyaf Group were released in southern Philippines on Friday night, local …

Looming power crisis to affect Philippine economy

Manila – The looming power shortage in the Philippines could affect the country’s economic growth and international conferences scheduled in Manila …

Four injured in S. Philippines earthquake

Manila – Four people were injured in a 5.2- magnitude earthquake that jolted southern Philippine province of North Cotabato on …

Philippines: Ten die in Typhoon Fung-Wong

MANILA – Typhoo Fung-Wong, which was enhanced by southwest monsoon, left at least ten people dead and seven injured in the …