Tag: Philippines
Iba bishop calls for action-oriented social justice to empower Indigenous communities
The prelate called for social action that goes beyond charity, advocating for structural changes that would empower the poor
Philippine diocese launches Rosary prayer campaign against China
Villegas raised concerns about potential infiltration at various levels of the government by those on Beijing's payroll
Chinese sailors wield knives, axe in disputed sea clash with Philippines
Philippine military chief General Romeo Brawner said the "outnumbered" Filipino crew had been unarmed and had fought with their "bare hands"
New coalition launched to campaign vs divorce
On May 22, the House of Representatives approved on final reading the proposed measure on absolute divorce.
Philippine Catholic Church holds biennial social action national assembly
The 41st NASAGA, themed “Social Action Network: Journeying to Empower Communities in Faith, Love, and Justice”, runs from June 17 to 21
Crooked local executives capitulate to China
Eleven years ago I wrote a series on Zambales collaborators who sold out to the enemy. China had just grabbed Bajo de Masinloc.
Post-Independence Day reflection: ‘Where were you?’
Our convictions cannot be based on the changing political winds. For this country to mature, decisions have to be made based on principles
Philippines accuses Chinese boats of ‘dangerous’ actions in high seas medivac
In a series of videos released by the Philippine Coast Guard, a Chinese-flagged inflatable speedboat is seen bumping into Philippine vessels
China threat vs. ‘trespassers’ an escalation of WPS tensions –Marcos
China empowered its own Coast Guard to detain for up to 60 days without trial foreigners who will cross what it claims are its borders
Philippine groups criticize Marcos Jr’s new human rights ‘super body’
"The creation of this 'super body' does not inspire confidence given its composition," the groups said in a joint statement.
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