DPWH to deepen ties with private sector; to establish “green lane” for legitimate contractors

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is strengthening its partnership with the private sector to help rebuild public trust in government and attract more investment to further boost the economy. Public Works Secretry Vince Dizon on Thursday said that the move formed part of the DPWH reform agenda for all … Read more

US, PH celebrate 80th anniversary of diplomatic ties in 2026

THE United States Embassy in the Philippines launched on Feb. 5 the logo commemorating the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Philippines in 2026 at the SM Mall of Asia Globe in Pasay City. US Embassy in the Philippines Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., Y. Robert Ewing and Philippine Ambassador to the … Read more

NIH-funded study clearly ties risk of dementia to severe CTE

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 A study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) provides the clearest evidence to date to link severe chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) to dementia risk. CTE is a degenerative brain disorder in some people who have had repeated head impacts over time. It can only be diagnosed after death by … Read more

NIH study clearly ties risk of dementia to severe CTE

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 A study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) provides the clearest evidence to date to link severe chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) to dementia risk. CTE is a degenerative brain disorder in some people who have had repeated head impacts over time. It can only be diagnosed after death by … Read more

ASEAN-China-GCC Partnership: Injecting Global Economic Certainty

Asean, China, and GCC Forge “Golden Triangle” for Global Stability Table of Contents Asean, China, and GCC Forge “Golden Triangle” for Global Stability Asean, China, and GCC Forge “Golden Triangle” for Global Stability Trilateral Summit Aims too Bolster Economic cooperation South-South Cooperation to Counter Trade Disruptions Did You Know? The “Golden Triangle” of Resources, Manufacturing, … Read more

Australia, Indonesia: Albanese's First Post-Election Trip To Focus on Supply Chains, Trade and Defense Ties – Stratfor

Australia, Indonesia: Albanese’s First Post-Election Trip To Focus on Supply Chains, Trade and Defense Ties  Stratfor Australian PM Albanese to visit Indonesia this week  ANTARA News Australian PM Albanese to Visit Prabowo in First Overseas Trip Since Re-Election  Jakarta Globe Albanese to visit Jakarta after being sworn in  The Jakarta Post Prabowo to Receive Official Visit from Australian PM … Read more

PH eyes military ties with Taiwan

(UPDATE) THE Philippines is poised to take a significant step toward deeper military cooperation with Taiwan, a move that could redefine Manila’s strategic posture in the West Philippine Sea and beyond. Rear Adm. Roy Vincent Trinidad, spokesman for the National Task Force on the West Philippine Sea, confirmed in an interview that talks are under … Read more

HEADLINES: PH eyes military ties with Taiwan | May 1, 2025

Good day. Here are the stories of The Manila Times for Thursday, May 1, 2025. Today’s episode is brought to you by Wilcon Depot, The Philippines’ leading home improvement and construction supplies retailer—your Trusted Building Partner. READ: PH eyes military ties with Taiwan THE Philippines is poised to take a significant step toward deeper military … Read more

Xi Kicks Off ASEAN Tour, Exchanges Congratulations with Prabowo on 75th Anniversary of Bilateral Ties

Jakarta. Chinese President Xi Jinping began his official tour of Southeast Asia on Monday, as Beijing seeks to strengthen ties with key economic partners amid escalating tariff tensions with the United States. Although Indonesia is not part of his current itinerary, Xi exchanged congratulatory messages with President Prabowo Subianto ahead of his departure, marking the … Read more