China defends ‘aggressive interference’ vs PH ships on routine mission in disputed waters

MANILA, Philippines — China defended its action against Philippine ships over its “unauthorized” entry into what it claimed were its territories in disputed waters. Thursday’s statement from Liu Dejun, spokesman for the China Coast Guard (CCG), comes a day after the Philippines fisheries bureau accused the CCG of firing water cannon and sideswiping a government … Read more

House Speaker Puan Maharani Defends TNI Law Revision Despite Public Outcry

Jakarta. House Speaker Puan Maharani defended the revision of the Indonesian Military (TNI) Law, asserting that the amendments have followed proper legislative mechanisms and do not reintroduce the controversial dual-function role of the military. Speaking at the parliamentary complex in Senayan on Monday, Puan said the revision of Law No. 34/2004 on the TNI had undergone … Read more

WATCH: Tulfo defends kin’s poll bids but vows support for bill banning political dynasties

There is no enabling law that bans political dynasties, senatorial aspirant Erwin Tulfo says on Feb. 18, 2025, after a petition to disqualify him and his kin from seeking public office has been filed before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) against him and his relatives. Tulfo, who is running under the administration-backed Alyansa Para sa … Read more

“Mining Indoba 2025” defends humanization in the sectors of the exploration of mineral resources – runs from Kianda

ORThe diamonds in Angola attract more attention than oil, which contributes to the largest slice of Ogne, and the precious stones that… The post “Mining Indoba 2025” defends humanization in the sectors of the exploration of mineral resources – runs from Kianda appeared first on Archyworldys. Source link

SolGen defends PhilHealth fund transfer before Supreme Court

(UPDATE) SOLICITOR General Menardo Guevarra on Tuesday defended the legality and necessity of the P60-billion fund transfer from the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) to the Bureau of the Treasury, arguing before the Supreme Court that it was a temporary and lawful measure to address fiscal needs without imposing new taxes or increasing national debt. … Read more