Philippines News in English

Good morning! It’s 22nd July, and here’s your Philippines daily news capsule.

New AFP chief Nafarrete aims to strengthen territorial defense amid tensions with China.

Defense confronts NBI director over controversial comments regarding VP Sara Duterte.

President Marcos distributes rice and scholarships to over 52,000 beneficiaries in Quezon.

Marcos summons Chinese envoy as tensions rise following the Ayungin Shoal incident.

PNP enhances cyber defense ahead of President Marcos' fifth State of the Nation Address.

Day eight of Sara Duterte's impeachment trial sees key arguments from prosecutors.

Suspension of the NCR minimum wage hike urged as it officially approaches next week.

Landbank and Visa launch a new government credit card to streamline transactions.

Philippine Airlines orders up to 34 aircraft from Airbus and Boeing to expand fleet.

BSP plans to introduce more innovative digital financial products for consumers.

Stocks slip as profit-taking continues, with the peso also declining against the dollar.

437,000 children targeted for vaccination in Negros and Siquijor under the ‘Ligtas Tigdas’ program.

DOH projects that 8.6 million Filipinos could have diabetes by the year 2050.

HIV stigma remains a barrier for Filipinos seeking testing and treatment, warns the CHR.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!