Two of the world’s largest producers of nickel — Indonesia and the Philippines — have entered into an agreement that could reshape the global supply chain for this critical mineral. …
CEBU, Philippines — Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines can survive global uncertainties by learning one key lesson from Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations): collaboration. “One lesson we should learn from Asean is…
MANILA — During the 48th Asean Summit and Related Meetings in Cebu on Friday, leaders pledged to adopt a zero-tolerance approach to the illicit narcotics trade as part of its efforts to build a drug-free region. The Asean…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Does the 2026 Asean summit’s people-centered agenda truly reflect the realities faced by workers, students, vendors, and marginalized sectors? This is the question thrown by an alternative forum in Cebu to the leaders…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mayor Nestor Archival said Saturday that Timor-Leste’s growing interest in Cebu could open future opportunities for collaboration in tourism and agriculture. This follows the heritage visit of Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão after the…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Leaders and delegates of the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit are set to leave Cebu following the formal close of the regional gathering on Friday, May 8. The summit brought…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Fresh from attending the 2026 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit in Cebu, Timor-Leste Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão toured Cebu City’s historic landmarks on Saturday and pledged to promote the city in…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — As the 48th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit in Cebu came to a close, photos of local officials with Prince Abdul Mateen circulated online, drawing attention from netizens. Mateen, accompanied his…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) endorsed faster implementation of regional energy-sharing mechanisms and power interconnectivity projects amid growing concerns over global fuel supply disruptions linked to the conflict in…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Friday adopted the Cebu Protocol to Amend the ASEAN Charter, marking the first revision to the bloc’s charter since it was signed in…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Citing the need to strengthen maritime safety and regional security, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. backed the proposed maritime center for Southeast Asia during the 48th Asean Summit. The proposed Asean Maritime Center, discussed…
Describing the ongoing oil crisis as a painful lesson, Southeast Asian countries are considering setting up a dedicated fuel reservoir in the region.…
