As part of the Japanese government’s drive vs overtourism, its embassy in the Philippines has decreased application slots for Filipinos.

Japan has shown keen interest in more Philippine products, including the popular barako coffee with its uniquely strong aroma, and expand investments in a range of key sectors like infrastructure, agriculture,

Japan's embassy in the Philippines has recently tightened tourist visa slots for Filipino travelers amid a surge in visitors driven

There is an urgent need for Asian allies and partner countries to push newly elected President Donald Trump to commit to maintain a formidable American military presence in the region because no other major power can fill the U.

New U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed China's "dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea" with his Philippine counterpart on Wednesday and underscored the "ironclad" U.S.

The Department of Public Works and Highways expects to finish the excavation works of what would become the longest tunnel in the Philippines by the second quarter of the year.

Observers welcome Rubio’s statements that they say indicate continuity in US policy and ‘more robust support’ for Manila in South China Sea row.

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Embassy of Japan have partnered to enhance birth registration services in 12 municipalities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm).

The Philippines and the United States are working to arrange the first meeting between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and newly-elected US President Donald Trump, as both nations seek to strengthen economic ties and secure vital supply chains in the region.

Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya visited Davao City to discuss economic collaboration and strengthen bilateral relations. He highlighted successful projects and emphasized the importance of the Japan-Philippines partnership.

U.S. export sales during the week ending January 23rd were mixed. The USDA reported week-to-week improvements for beef, wheat, rice, and soybean products, against dips for soybeans, corn, pork, and cotton.

Asia markets are mostly higher on Friday following gains on Wall Street driven by Tesla, IBM and Meta Platforms after strong profit reports.