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Country Philippines
Capital Manila
Continent Asia
Currency Peso(PHP)
Languages Filipino, English, Bikol, Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Ilokano, Pampango, Pangasinense, Tagalog & Waray

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected president and was tasked with preparing the country for independence after a 10-year transition. In 1942 the islands fell under Japanese occupation during World War II, and US forces and Filipinos fought together during 1944-45 to regain control. On 4 July 1946 the Republic of the Philippines attained its independence. A 20-year rule by Ferdinand MARCOS ended in 1986, when a "people power" movement in Manila ("EDSA 1") forced him into exile and installed Corazon AQUINO as president. Her presidency was hampered by several coup attempts that prevented a return to full political stability and economic development. Fidel RAMOS was elected president in 1992. His administration was marked by increased stability and by progress on economic reforms. In 1992, the US closed its last military bases on the islands. Joseph ESTRADA was elected president in 1998. He was succeeded by his vice-president, Gloria MACAPAGAL-ARROYO, in January 2001 after ESTRADA's stormy impeachment trial on corruption charges broke down and another "people power" movement ("EDSA 2") demanded his resignation. MACAPAGAL-ARROYO was elected to a six-year term as president in May 2004. The Philippine Government faces threats from three terrorist groups on the US Government's Foreign Terrorist Organization list. Decades of Muslim insurgency in the southern Philippines have led to a peace accord with one group and on-again/off-again peace talks with another.

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'We Feel Betrayed': Why Flooded Philippines Is Angry With ‘Nepo Babies’, Just Like Nepal - News18'We Feel Betrayed': Why Flooded Philippines Is Angry With ‘Nepo Babies’, Just Like Nepal  News18

Tensions flare as Chinese, Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea - The HinduTensions flare as Chinese, Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea  The Hindu

Chinese, Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea - Al JazeeraChinese, Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea  Al Jazeera

Tensions rise between China and Philippines as ships collide in disputed waters | World News - Hindustan TimesTensions rise between China and Philippines as ships collide in disputed waters | World News  Hindustan Times

Like Nepal, there is fury against ‘nepo babies’ in the Philippines. Here’s why - FirstpostLike Nepal, there is fury against ‘nepo babies’ in the Philippines. Here’s why  Firstpost

Floods expose massive corruption in Philippines, 'Nepo Babies’ face backlash - MoneycontrolFloods expose massive corruption in Philippines, 'Nepo Babies’ face backlash  Moneycontrol

US Rejects China’s Nature Reserve Plan in Sea Near Philippines - Bloomberg.comUS Rejects China’s Nature Reserve Plan in Sea Near Philippines  Bloomberg.com

Beijing went to 'EggStreme' lengths to attack Philippines military, researchers say - theregister.comBeijing went to 'EggStreme' lengths to attack Philippines military, researchers say  theregister.com

China says intercepted Philippine ships at disputed South China Sea shoal - The HinduChina says intercepted Philippine ships at disputed South China Sea shoal  The Hindu

Lt. Gen. He Lei: Philippines' trick in South China Sea will fail - news.cgtn.comLt. Gen. He Lei: Philippines' trick in South China Sea will fail  news.cgtn.com

Philippines: Fury over corruption and 'nepo babies' as floods paralyse daily life - BBCPhilippines: Fury over corruption and 'nepo babies' as floods paralyse daily life  BBC

#WFISAwards to Crown the Philippines’ Best Minds in FSI Leadership - Financial IT#WFISAwards to Crown the Philippines’ Best Minds in FSI Leadership  Financial IT

Philippines says no new military acquisitions from Israel amid war in Gaza - Anadolu AjansiPhilippines says no new military acquisitions from Israel amid war in Gaza  Anadolu Ajansi

ACMobility to install 100+ new DC charging points in the Philippines - electrive.comACMobility to install 100+ new DC charging points in the Philippines  electrive.com

Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan, And Australia To Benefit From Thai AirAsia X’s Direct Riyadh–Bangkok Flights - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Japan, And Australia To Benefit From Thai AirAsia X’s Direct Riyadh–Bangkok Flights  Travel And Tour World

Citicore brings live Philippines' first baseload solar park - Renewables NowCiticore brings live Philippines' first baseload solar park  Renewables Now

Maya Bank, Atome forge $48M loan channeling partnership to expand access to credit in the Philippines - TNGlobalMaya Bank, Atome forge $48M loan channeling partnership to expand access to credit in the Philippines  TNGlobal

Philippines Home Loan Market Reached ~USD 20 billion, Stated Ken Research - openPR.comPhilippines Home Loan Market Reached ~USD 20 billion, Stated Ken Research  openPR.com

Gold price in Philippines: Rates on September 18 - FXStreetGold price in Philippines: Rates on September 18  FXStreet

Philippines urged to act as China cements control over Scarborough Shoal - South China Morning PostPhilippines urged to act as China cements control over Scarborough Shoal  South China Morning Post

Philippines launches first baseload solar plant with battery storage in Batangas - ReccessaryPhilippines launches first baseload solar plant with battery storage in Batangas  Reccessary

Philippines halts Israel defence deals, Türkiye is an option - TURDEFPhilippines halts Israel defence deals, Türkiye is an option  TURDEF

China’s military warns Philippines against provocations in South China Sea - Al JazeeraChina’s military warns Philippines against provocations in South China Sea  Al Jazeera

VinFast, V-Green, and Green GSM seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines - TNGlobalVinFast, V-Green, and Green GSM seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines  TNGlobal

Philippines Telecom Market to Reach USD 12.70 Billion by 2034 at 4.91% CAGR, Driven by Digital Transformation - openPR.comPhilippines Telecom Market to Reach USD 12.70 Billion by 2034 at 4.91% CAGR, Driven by Digital Transformation  openPR.com

Flood corruption scandal shakes the Philippines - IntelliNewsFlood corruption scandal shakes the Philippines  IntelliNews

Philippine fintech firm Salmon secures additional $50M in oversubscribed Nordic bond - TNGlobalPhilippine fintech firm Salmon secures additional $50M in oversubscribed Nordic bond  TNGlobal

Philippines write history with first ever Men’s Volleyball World Championship win - Volleyball WorldPhilippines write history with first ever Men’s Volleyball World Championship win  Volleyball World

Philippines and Britain discuss troop agreement as regional tensions rise - ReutersPhilippines and Britain discuss troop agreement as regional tensions rise  Reuters

BDO partners with VinFast, V-Green to boost the Philippines’ EV ecosystem - Asian Banking & FinanceBDO partners with VinFast, V-Green to boost the Philippines’ EV ecosystem  Asian Banking & Finance

Philippines record historic win at Men’s Volleyball World Championship - FIVBPhilippines record historic win at Men’s Volleyball World Championship  FIVB

China fires water cannon at Philippine ships in South China Sea - ReutersChina fires water cannon at Philippine ships in South China Sea  Reuters

6 Drag Queens That Served in ‘Drag Race Philippines’ Snatch Game - Rolling Stone Philippines6 Drag Queens That Served in ‘Drag Race Philippines’ Snatch Game  Rolling Stone Philippines

Philippine Lawmaker Pushes Bill Requiring Solar Power in Government Buildings - SolarQuarterPhilippine Lawmaker Pushes Bill Requiring Solar Power in Government Buildings  SolarQuarter

Taiwan Expo returns to Philippines, signals ASEAN tech push - DIGITIMES AsiaTaiwan Expo returns to Philippines, signals ASEAN tech push  DIGITIMES Asia

Maya Bank, Atome launch US$48m loan channelling partnership to expand credit access in the Philippines - marketech apacMaya Bank, Atome launch US$48m loan channelling partnership to expand credit access in the Philippines  marketech apac

BrahMos: India Set To Deliver 3rd Batch Of Missiles To Philippines; U.S. NMESIS, Typhon Add To China’s Woes - EurAsian TimesBrahMos: India Set To Deliver 3rd Batch Of Missiles To Philippines; U.S. NMESIS, Typhon Add To China’s Woes  EurAsian Times

?Mending ties: On state visit of Philippines President to India - The Hindu?Mending ties: On state visit of Philippines President to India  The Hindu

Atome, Maya Bank sign $48m deal to expand credit in Philippines - Tech in AsiaAtome, Maya Bank sign $48m deal to expand credit in Philippines  Tech in Asia

Philippines Rejects Chinese Scarborough Shoal Nature Reserve Claim - USNI NewsPhilippines Rejects Chinese Scarborough Shoal Nature Reserve Claim  USNI News

Philippines’ ICTSI Pursues Emerging Market Port Deals Amid Trade Shifts - gCaptainPhilippines’ ICTSI Pursues Emerging Market Port Deals Amid Trade Shifts  gCaptain

Chinese and Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea - AP NewsChinese and Philippine ships collide near disputed shoal in South China Sea  AP News

Philippines' Marcos says no one will be spared in infrastructure corruption probe - ReutersPhilippines' Marcos says no one will be spared in infrastructure corruption probe  Reuters

The A-List > The Philippines’ Top Lawyers 2025 - Law.asiaThe A-List > The Philippines’ Top Lawyers 2025  Law.asia

Philippines, Taiwan, China could be in for dual tropical storms - upi.comPhilippines, Taiwan, China could be in for dual tropical storms  upi.com

I spent five days observing a joint military exercise between Australia and the Philippines. Here’s what I learned. - Lowy InstituteI spent five days observing a joint military exercise between Australia and the Philippines. Here’s what I learned.  Lowy Institute

The Philippines: Nationwide Skills, Livelihoods and Digital Learning - OpenGov AsiaThe Philippines: Nationwide Skills, Livelihoods and Digital Learning  OpenGov Asia

Philippines Faces New Travel Disruptions With More Than 4 Flight Cancellations By PAL Express Leaving Passengers Stranded Across Manila, Basco, Clark And Cauayan - Travel And Tour WorldPhilippines Faces New Travel Disruptions With More Than 4 Flight Cancellations By PAL Express Leaving Passengers Stranded Across Manila, Basco, Clark And Cauayan  Travel And Tour World

New ATR Aircraft to Drive Tourism Growth in the Philippines, Sunlight Airlines Announces Fleet Upgrade - Travel And Tour WorldNew ATR Aircraft to Drive Tourism Growth in the Philippines, Sunlight Airlines Announces Fleet Upgrade  Travel And Tour World

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners JV eyes largest factory in Philippines - Yahoo FinanceCoca-Cola Europacific Partners JV eyes largest factory in Philippines  Yahoo Finance

India and Philippines to upgrade ties to strategic partnership: PM - The HinduIndia and Philippines to upgrade ties to strategic partnership: PM  The Hindu

China Coast Guard water cannon attack injures Philippine crew member - Indo-Pacific Defense FORUMChina Coast Guard water cannon attack injures Philippine crew member  Indo-Pacific Defense FORUM

Dwayne Johnson Film ‘The Smashing Machine’ Comes to Philippine Cinemas - Rolling Stone PhilippinesDwayne Johnson Film ‘The Smashing Machine’ Comes to Philippine Cinemas  Rolling Stone Philippines

Indigenous land rights can’t stop commercial development in the Philippines - Dialogue EarthIndigenous land rights can’t stop commercial development in the Philippines  Dialogue Earth

HONOR Philippines Marks Milestone With Office Expansion - Gadget PilipinasHONOR Philippines Marks Milestone With Office Expansion  Gadget Pilipinas

Floods and Corruption in the Philippines - Zamin.uzFloods and Corruption in the Philippines  Zamin.uz

Chinese vessels clash with Philippine boats at disputed shoal - Australian Broadcasting CorporationChinese vessels clash with Philippine boats at disputed shoal  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Philippines flood scam: $111 billion budget, 2 scenarios, speaker hires spokesperson, Senator seeks 'repentance', budget insertions in focus (long read) - Gulf NewsPhilippines flood scam: $111 billion budget, 2 scenarios, speaker hires spokesperson, Senator seeks 'repentance', budget insertions in focus (long read)  Gulf News

VinFast, BDO Unibank team up to expand EV network in Philippines - Tech in AsiaVinFast, BDO Unibank team up to expand EV network in Philippines  Tech in Asia

FIVB Men's World Championship 2025: Philippines vs. Egypt - XinhuaFIVB Men's World Championship 2025: Philippines vs. Egypt  Xinhua

Philippine flood-graft losses ‘could reach trillions of pesos’ - bangkokpost.comPhilippine flood-graft losses ‘could reach trillions of pesos’  bangkokpost.com

Are Stablecoins the Future of Finance in APAC? - Fintech News PhilippinesAre Stablecoins the Future of Finance in APAC?  Fintech News Philippines

Marcos says the Philippines will be pulled into any war over Taiwan, despite China’s protest - The HinduMarcos says the Philippines will be pulled into any war over Taiwan, despite China’s protest  The Hindu

UK, Philippines to start talks on visiting forces agreement - navalnews.comUK, Philippines to start talks on visiting forces agreement  navalnews.com

Peru Joins Nepal, Bangladesh, India, Philippines as U.S. Issues Travel Warning Amid Machu Picchu Protests, Nearly Thousands of Tourists Stranded, What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldPeru Joins Nepal, Bangladesh, India, Philippines as U.S. Issues Travel Warning Amid Machu Picchu Protests, Nearly Thousands of Tourists Stranded, What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

ASIA/PHILIPPINES - A march against corruption: 200 organizations take to the streets - Agenzia FidesASIA/PHILIPPINES - A march against corruption: 200 organizations take to the streets  Agenzia Fides

HMS Richmond visits Philippines to increase defence cooperation and boost trade - GOV.UKHMS Richmond visits Philippines to increase defence cooperation and boost trade  GOV.UK

Leonardo presents its proposal to equip the Philippine Air Force with 32 new Eurofighter Tranche 5 fighters - Zona MilitarLeonardo presents its proposal to equip the Philippine Air Force with 32 new Eurofighter Tranche 5 fighters  Zona Militar

China - Philippines Vessels Collide as Water Cannons Used on Supply Mission - The Maritime ExecutiveChina - Philippines Vessels Collide as Water Cannons Used on Supply Mission  The Maritime Executive

In the Philippines, a New Protected Seascape Safeguards ‘Super Reefs’ - Inside Climate NewsIn the Philippines, a New Protected Seascape Safeguards ‘Super Reefs’  Inside Climate News

Philippine Airlines Expands Network with New Cebu-Calbayog Route, Boosting Regional Connectivity and Travel Options Across the Philippines - Travel And Tour WorldPhilippine Airlines Expands Network with New Cebu-Calbayog Route, Boosting Regional Connectivity and Travel Options Across the Philippines  Travel And Tour World

Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore & Vietnam : Sept 18, 2025 - ASEAN - BERNAMATop News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore & Vietnam : Sept 18, 2025  ASEAN - BERNAMA

China says Philippine ship deliberately hit coastguard boat near disputed shoal - South China Morning PostChina says Philippine ship deliberately hit coastguard boat near disputed shoal  South China Morning Post

Ayala ends distributorship of Volkswagen in PH - AutoIndustriya.comAyala ends distributorship of Volkswagen in PH  AutoIndustriya.com

Flash Update #1 - Tropical Cyclone 23W, Philippines– 16 September 2025 - ReliefWebFlash Update #1 - Tropical Cyclone 23W, Philippines– 16 September 2025  ReliefWeb

India and Philippines to Launch First Joint Maritime Drills in South China Sea - navalnews.comIndia and Philippines to Launch First Joint Maritime Drills in South China Sea  navalnews.com

Taiwan Expo opens in the Philippines; US$50m in business deals expected - Focus TaiwanTaiwan Expo opens in the Philippines; US$50m in business deals expected  Focus Taiwan

India–Philippines travel to get a major boost with visa-free entry - The Times of IndiaIndia–Philippines travel to get a major boost with visa-free entry  The Times of India

Japan, the Philippines and the U.S. Conduct Maritime Cooperative Activity - navy.milJapan, the Philippines and the U.S. Conduct Maritime Cooperative Activity  navy.mil

Philippines, India hold first joint naval drill in disputed South China Sea - Al JazeeraPhilippines, India hold first joint naval drill in disputed South China Sea  Al Jazeera

Old clip misrepresented as corruption scandal rally in Philippines - AFP Fact CheckOld clip misrepresented as corruption scandal rally in Philippines  AFP Fact Check

Between law and power: The Philippines, China, and the future of Scarborough Shoal - ThinkChinaBetween law and power: The Philippines, China, and the future of Scarborough Shoal  ThinkChina

A journey through Tawi-Tawi, Philippines - meer.comA journey through Tawi-Tawi, Philippines  meer.com

Public anger grows in Philippines over multibillion-dollar graft in flood control - Arab NewsPublic anger grows in Philippines over multibillion-dollar graft in flood control  Arab News

Taiwan Expo opens in the Philippines; US$50m in business deals expected - Taipei TimesTaiwan Expo opens in the Philippines; US$50m in business deals expected  Taipei Times

Celebrate 50 years of Philippine studies through art, culture, history - University of Hawaii SystemCelebrate 50 years of Philippine studies through art, culture, history  University of Hawaii System

VinFast Philippines, V-Green, and Green GSM Philippines seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines – Company Announcement - FT.com - Financial TimesVinFast Philippines, V-Green, and Green GSM Philippines seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines – Company Announcement - FT.com  Financial Times

Australia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea - Al JazeeraAustralia, Canada, Philippine ships hold drills in tense South China Sea  Al Jazeera

What can chicken DNA reveal about ancient Philippine migration? - University of the PhilippinesWhat can chicken DNA reveal about ancient Philippine migration?  University of the Philippines

Philippines, Sri Lanka Successfully Conclude Third Political Consultations in Colombo - Department of Foreign AffairsPhilippines, Sri Lanka Successfully Conclude Third Political Consultations in Colombo  Department of Foreign Affairs

Solar Shines the Path for the Philippines to Reduce Reliance on Fossil Fuel Imports - BloombergNEFSolar Shines the Path for the Philippines to Reduce Reliance on Fossil Fuel Imports  BloombergNEF

Iran crushes Philippines at Volleyball World Championship - Mehr News AgencyIran crushes Philippines at Volleyball World Championship  Mehr News Agency

Top 5 Crypto Wallets in the Philippines - The Manila TimesTop 5 Crypto Wallets in the Philippines  The Manila Times

Philippines vehicle sales fall 8% in August - Yahoo FinancePhilippines vehicle sales fall 8% in August  Yahoo Finance

2 storms inside Philippine Area of Responsibility - The Manila Times2 storms inside Philippine Area of Responsibility  The Manila Times

The Philippines is now visa-free for Indians - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaThe Philippines is now visa-free for Indians  Condé Nast Traveller India

Judo takes center stage at the 3rd Philippine Ultimate Judo Championship International Open - Lifestyle.INQJudo takes center stage at the 3rd Philippine Ultimate Judo Championship International Open  Lifestyle.INQ

VinFast Philippines, V-Green, and Green GSM Philippines seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines - Media OutReach NewswireVinFast Philippines, V-Green, and Green GSM Philippines seal strategic partnership with BDO Unibank to drive e-mobility in the Philippines  Media OutReach Newswire

U.S. Announces New Health Sector Assistance for the Philippines - U.S. Department of State (.gov)U.S. Announces New Health Sector Assistance for the Philippines  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

VinFast, V-Green, GSM partner with BDO to drive e-mobility in Philippines - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)VinFast, V-Green, GSM partner with BDO to drive e-mobility in Philippines  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

The Drinking Culture of the Philippines - InsideHookThe Drinking Culture of the Philippines  InsideHook

'Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale' Ep. 6 recap and Sum Ting Wong interview - Page Six'Drag Race Philippines: Slaysian Royale' Ep. 6 recap and Sum Ting Wong interview  Page Six