Tag: Marcos
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Exclusive Summit: Presidents Marcos and Whipps to Forge New Paths in Manila-Palau Relations
In a significant diplomatic move, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is set to host Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jr. at Malacañan Palace next week. This high-level meeting aims to broaden the scope of cooperation between the Philippines and Palau, focusing on key sectors such as fisheries, trade, investment, and connectivity. The leaders will also explore…
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Marcos Mania Sweeps the Nation: Double the Support Compared to Dutertes, Survey Reveals
In a striking revelation from the latest OCTA Research Tugon ng Masa survey, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has captured the hearts of 36% of adult Filipinos, doubling the support enjoyed by the Dutertes and their political allies. Conducted between January 25 and 31, the survey polled 1,200 respondents, with only 18% identifying as pro-Duterte…
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Philippines Stands Firm in West Philippine Sea Amid Foreign Threats
The National Maritime Council (NMC) has thrown its full weight behind President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s unwavering commitment to safeguard the Philippines’ sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). The council emphasized the nation’s steadfast opposition to any foreign incursions and its dedication to defending its territory in line with international law. This support comes…
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Marcos Denounces Duterte’s ‘Blank Checks’ Claims in 2025 Budget as Fabrications
In a recent statement, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. firmly rejected former President Rodrigo Duterte’s accusations that the proposed 2025 national budget contained ‘blank checks.’ Speaking at a media event in Taguig City, Marcos labeled Duterte’s claims as outright lies, asserting that such practices are not permissible in the General Appropriations Act (GAA). Marcos emphasized…
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Majority of POGO Hubs Closed Down, Small-Scale Operations Persist
In a significant crackdown on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), approximately 80% of the 400 hubs have ceased operations across the country. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported that despite the nationwide ban, some POGOs have shifted to smaller, ‘guerilla-style’ operations. PAOCC Executive Director Gilbert Cruz highlighted during the Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon program that…
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Majority of POGO Hubs Closed Down, Small-Scale Operations Under Surveillance
In a significant crackdown on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs), approximately 80% of the 400 hubs have been shut down across the country. The Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) reported that the remaining operators have shifted to a ‘guerilla’ mode to evade the total ban. PAOCC Executive Director Gilbert Cruz highlighted during the Bagong Pilipinas…
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Biden Commends Marcos’s Diplomacy in South China Sea Dispute as US, Philippines, Japan Strengthen Ties
In a significant virtual trilateral meeting, US President Joe Biden, alongside President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru, celebrated the robust progress in their trilateral partnership. The meeting, held on January 13, 2025, focused on reinforcing cooperation in maritime security, economic resilience, and technological advancement. Biden specifically lauded…
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Biden Commends Marcos’s Diplomacy in South China Sea Dispute as US, Philippines, Japan Strengthen Bonds
In a significant virtual summit, President Joe Biden of the United States expressed admiration for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines for his diplomatic handling of tensions with China in the South China Sea. The meeting, which also included Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru, underscored the robust trilateral relationship among the three nations,…
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Trilateral Leaders’ Call Rescheduled to Monday Due to Wildfires
The scheduled trilateral phone conversation involving President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., outgoing US President Joe Biden, and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has been rescheduled to Monday morning, Manila time. Originally planned for Sunday, the delay was announced by Malacañang and attributed to the wildfires currently raging in Los Angeles. According to Presidential Communications Secretary…
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