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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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US aircraft carrier’s visit to Philippines may escalate regional tensions: expert - Global TimesUS aircraft carrier’s visit to Philippines may escalate regional tensions: expert  Global Times

Philippines sets sight on AEW&C aircraft - FlightGlobalPhilippines sets sight on AEW&C aircraft  FlightGlobal

DTI to create over 132,000 jobs in the Philippines - ET HRSEADTI to create over 132,000 jobs in the Philippines  ET HRSEA

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Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports - Arab NewsJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports  Arab News

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Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports - ReutersJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports  Reuters

US Navy’s Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carrier Visits Philippines A Day After China’s Shandong Moors In Hong Kong - EurAsian TimesUS Navy’s Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carrier Visits Philippines A Day After China’s Shandong Moors In Hong Kong  EurAsian Times

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China’s bid to influence the Philippines heats up - The EconomistChina’s bid to influence the Philippines heats up  The Economist

Japan in talks to transfer warships, surveillance aircraft to the Philippines - navalnews.comJapan in talks to transfer warships, surveillance aircraft to the Philippines  navalnews.com

Japan eyes used warship transfer to Philippines in bid to counter China - The Japan TimesJapan eyes used warship transfer to Philippines in bid to counter China  The Japan Times

Philippines proposes motor premium hikes with wider cover - Insurance AsiaPhilippines proposes motor premium hikes with wider cover  Insurance Asia

Philippines’ Marcos Open to Limiting, Taxing Online Gambling - BloombergPhilippines’ Marcos Open to Limiting, Taxing Online Gambling  Bloomberg

Bali, Thailand, Vietnam, now Philippines: Is Southeast Asia India's new backyard? - India TodayBali, Thailand, Vietnam, now Philippines: Is Southeast Asia India's new backyard?  India Today

Earthquake today: Tremors of 6.1 magnitude jolts Southern Philippines - MintEarthquake today: Tremors of 6.1 magnitude jolts Southern Philippines  Mint

Japan to give used naval ships to Philippines - Anadolu AjansiJapan to give used naval ships to Philippines  Anadolu Ajansi

Japan to Arm Philippines with Destroyers in Major Maritime Power Shift Against China - Daily Chhattisgarh NewsJapan to Arm Philippines with Destroyers in Major Maritime Power Shift Against China  Daily Chhattisgarh News

Alibaba Cloud announces new data centres in Malaysia, the Philippines - ReutersAlibaba Cloud announces new data centres in Malaysia, the Philippines  Reuters

Philippines Elevates Defense Ties With Lithuania to Counter ‘Common Threats’ - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazinePhilippines Elevates Defense Ties With Lithuania to Counter ‘Common Threats’  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

8 places to visit in the Philippines now that it’s visa-free for Indians - Times of India8 places to visit in the Philippines now that it’s visa-free for Indians  Times of India

Philippine women’s national football team clinches third straight AFC Asian Cup berth - Asia News NetworkPhilippine women’s national football team clinches third straight AFC Asian Cup berth  Asia News Network

Philippines now visa-free for Indian tourists - Times of IndiaPhilippines now visa-free for Indian tourists  Times of India

Philippines Independence Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Philippines Independence Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Korean YouTuber arrested in Philippines for child sex abuse, allegedly posed as poverty aid worker - The Korea TimesKorean YouTuber arrested in Philippines for child sex abuse, allegedly posed as poverty aid worker  The Korea Times

Indians can enter Philippines visa-free for 14 days: All you need to know - Business StandardIndians can enter Philippines visa-free for 14 days: All you need to know  Business Standard

Lithuania and the Philippines sign security alliance agreement - Euronews.comLithuania and the Philippines sign security alliance agreement  Euronews.com

Lithuania, Philippines sign pact to build alliance against aggression - The Economic TimesLithuania, Philippines sign pact to build alliance against aggression  The Economic Times

Japan May Give Philippine Navy a Major Boost - The Maritime ExecutiveJapan May Give Philippine Navy a Major Boost  The Maritime Executive

Philippines: Manila mayor warns of health emergency over mounting rubbish - BBCPhilippines: Manila mayor warns of health emergency over mounting rubbish  BBC

Philippines’ Duterte ends womanising era, leaving ‘13 to 27’ lovers behind - South China Morning PostPhilippines’ Duterte ends womanising era, leaving ‘13 to 27’ lovers behind  South China Morning Post

Now, Philippines Becomes Visa-Free for Indian Tourists - SkiftNow, Philippines Becomes Visa-Free for Indian Tourists  Skift

Visa-free travel for Indian passport holders to the Philippines begins from this date - CNBC TV18Visa-free travel for Indian passport holders to the Philippines begins from this date  CNBC TV18

Philippines Is Now Visa-Free For Indian Passport Holders. See Details - NDTVPhilippines Is Now Visa-Free For Indian Passport Holders. See Details  NDTV

Japan to Export Used Destroyers to Philippines, as Both Countries Look to Counter China on Seas - The Japan NewsJapan to Export Used Destroyers to Philippines, as Both Countries Look to Counter China on Seas  The Japan News

Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines: report - Taipei TimesJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines: report  Taipei Times

Rising Tides: Japan-Philippines Defense Deal Signals Strategic Shift in South China Sea Dynamics - AInvestRising Tides: Japan-Philippines Defense Deal Signals Strategic Shift in South China Sea Dynamics  AInvest

Japan to Transfer Retired Warships to Philippines Amid Tensions with China - SOFXJapan to Transfer Retired Warships to Philippines Amid Tensions with China  SOFX

Australia, Philippines Boost Cyber Resilience - Mirage NewsAustralia, Philippines Boost Cyber Resilience  Mirage News

Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China: Report - CNAJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China: Report  CNA

Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports - AnewZJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China, Yomiuri reports  AnewZ

Lithuania Eyes Troops Visit Pact With Philippines, Slams China - BloombergLithuania Eyes Troops Visit Pact With Philippines, Slams China  Bloomberg

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Geely Philippines Updates Its SUV, Introduces New EV - CleanTechnicaGeely Philippines Updates Its SUV, Introduces New EV  CleanTechnica

China sanctions former Philippine senator on maritime claims - ReutersChina sanctions former Philippine senator on maritime claims  Reuters

Alien Fish Species Discovered in the Philippines’ Largest Lake - SciTechDailyAlien Fish Species Discovered in the Philippines’ Largest Lake  SciTechDaily

China sanctions former Filipino lawmaker who defended Philippines' South China Sea claims - AP NewsChina sanctions former Filipino lawmaker who defended Philippines' South China Sea claims  AP News

Philippines: Visa for foreign retirees explained - Gulf NewsPhilippines: Visa for foreign retirees explained  Gulf News

China fails to block West Philippine Sea documentary at New Zealand film festival - Maritime FairtradeChina fails to block West Philippine Sea documentary at New Zealand film festival  Maritime Fairtrade

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

Lithuania’s defense chief praises Philippine campaign exposing China’s aggression - AP NewsLithuania’s defense chief praises Philippine campaign exposing China’s aggression  AP News

Philippines is now visa-free for Indians under these new categories; Check requirements - Business TodayPhilippines is now visa-free for Indians under these new categories; Check requirements  Business Today

Air India's Delhi-Manila Nonstop to Power Philippines’ Visa-Free Push - SkiftAir India's Delhi-Manila Nonstop to Power Philippines’ Visa-Free Push  Skift

Philippines-China sea dispute takes on legal edge with cyber libel suit - South China Morning PostPhilippines-China sea dispute takes on legal edge with cyber libel suit  South China Morning Post

Philippines offers Indian nationals visa-free travel to boost tourism - ReutersPhilippines offers Indian nationals visa-free travel to boost tourism  Reuters

PH Navy confirms 'possible transfer' of Abukuma destroyer escorts - Philippine News AgencyPH Navy confirms 'possible transfer' of Abukuma destroyer escorts  Philippine News Agency

Philippines' Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Inject a Record PHP 5.9TN to the Economy in 2025 - World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)Philippines' Travel & Tourism Sector Set to Inject a Record PHP 5.9TN to the Economy in 2025  World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC)

Philippines: Trans Rights Activist Murdered - Human Rights WatchPhilippines: Trans Rights Activist Murdered  Human Rights Watch

Philippines' current account deficit to narrow in 2025, 2026, central bank says - ReutersPhilippines' current account deficit to narrow in 2025, 2026, central bank says  Reuters

Why a UN Security Council seat is ‘crucial’ to the Philippines - South China Morning PostWhy a UN Security Council seat is ‘crucial’ to the Philippines  South China Morning Post

Philippines introduces visa-free entry for Indian tourists: 5 things one should know - Times of IndiaPhilippines introduces visa-free entry for Indian tourists: 5 things one should know  Times of India

Focus - In the Philippines, Communist guerrillas make a last stand - France 24Focus - In the Philippines, Communist guerrillas make a last stand  France 24

Philippines to view maritime rows with China as ‘one theatre’, partner Japan - South China Morning PostPhilippines to view maritime rows with China as ‘one theatre’, partner Japan  South China Morning Post

Philippines travel - Lonely PlanetPhilippines travel  Lonely Planet

Now, Indonesia Joins Spain, Japan, Thailand, Iceland, UAE, Philippines, and Mexico in Record Tourism Growth Despite New Taxes, Latest Update You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldNow, Indonesia Joins Spain, Japan, Thailand, Iceland, UAE, Philippines, and Mexico in Record Tourism Growth Despite New Taxes, Latest Update You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

New evidence reveals advanced maritime technology in the philippines 35,000 years ago - ScienceDailyNew evidence reveals advanced maritime technology in the philippines 35,000 years ago  ScienceDaily

Philippines Ambassador visits the Isle of Wight for cultural event - YahooPhilippines Ambassador visits the Isle of Wight for cultural event  Yahoo

Philippines: 13 seafarers stranded since May finally rescued - Maritime FairtradePhilippines: 13 seafarers stranded since May finally rescued  Maritime Fairtrade

Philippines Tourism Faces Disruptions as Typhoon Danas Approaches PAR, Affecting Popular Destinations: Here’s All Travelers Need to Know In This Vital Situation - Travel And Tour WorldPhilippines Tourism Faces Disruptions as Typhoon Danas Approaches PAR, Affecting Popular Destinations: Here’s All Travelers Need to Know In This Vital Situation  Travel And Tour World

This Southeast Asian Country Is On the Brink of a Transformation—and It Has 7,600 Islands With Pristine Beaches, Lush Rainforest, and a Rich History - Travel + LeisureThis Southeast Asian Country Is On the Brink of a Transformation—and It Has 7,600 Islands With Pristine Beaches, Lush Rainforest, and a Rich History  Travel + Leisure

Why India is my favorite country after the Philippines, of course - RapplerWhy India is my favorite country after the Philippines, of course  Rappler

Philippine Airlines to increase Seattle service - Business TravellerPhilippine Airlines to increase Seattle service  Business Traveller

Philippines Strengthens Tourism Ties With Vietnam as Philippine Airlines Launches Direct Flights from Manila to Vibrant Da Nang - Travel And Tour WorldPhilippines Strengthens Tourism Ties With Vietnam as Philippine Airlines Launches Direct Flights from Manila to Vibrant Da Nang  Travel And Tour World

China's military conducts patrols in South China Sea, warns Philippines - ReutersChina's military conducts patrols in South China Sea, warns Philippines  Reuters

The Philippines is emerging as a key player in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)’s efforts to build a seamless, inclusive, and secure cross-border payment system, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO). https://ti - FacebookThe Philippines is emerging as a key player in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)’s efforts to build a seamless, inclusive, and secure cross-border payment system, according to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO). https://ti  Facebook

Chinese FM announces sanctions on former Philippine senator Tolentino, experts say move is necessary and sends warning - Global TimesChinese FM announces sanctions on former Philippine senator Tolentino, experts say move is necessary and sends warning  Global Times

Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines as China deterrent - BusinessWorld OnlineJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines as China deterrent  BusinessWorld Online

Lithuania and Philippines sign a pact to build an alliance against aggression - AP NewsLithuania and Philippines sign a pact to build an alliance against aggression  AP News

Philippine Tycoon Joselito Campos-Backed Del Monte Pacific’s U.S. Unit Files For Bankruptcy - ForbesPhilippine Tycoon Joselito Campos-Backed Del Monte Pacific’s U.S. Unit Files For Bankruptcy  Forbes

Philippine national sentenced for faking work visa applications - 1NewsPhilippine national sentenced for faking work visa applications  1News

Why China Missed Its Golden Philippines Opportunity - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineWhy China Missed Its Golden Philippines Opportunity  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Philippines | Global AI Ethics and Governance Observatory - UNESCOPhilippines | Global AI Ethics and Governance Observatory  UNESCO

Philippines Intervenes for Crew Stranded for Months on Unseaworthy Vessel - The Maritime ExecutivePhilippines Intervenes for Crew Stranded for Months on Unseaworthy Vessel  The Maritime Executive

Philippines says more US Typhon missiles ‘very welcome’ despite China’s warnings - South China Morning PostPhilippines says more US Typhon missiles ‘very welcome’ despite China’s warnings  South China Morning Post

Strong M6.1 earthquake hits near the coast of Philippines - The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transformStrong M6.1 earthquake hits near the coast of Philippines  The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transform

Opinion | A Philippine family feud with real-world implications - The Washington PostOpinion | A Philippine family feud with real-world implications  The Washington Post

Korean YouTuber arrested in Philippines on suspicion of sexual abuse of minor - Korea JoongAng DailyKorean YouTuber arrested in Philippines on suspicion of sexual abuse of minor  Korea JoongAng Daily

Philippines says military leaders working to set-up 'one-theatre' approach in East, South China seas - ReutersPhilippines says military leaders working to set-up 'one-theatre' approach in East, South China seas  Reuters

JJ Mandaquit on new teammate Hannes Steinbach, Philippines recruiting - EurohoopsJJ Mandaquit on new teammate Hannes Steinbach, Philippines recruiting  Eurohoops

After dozens of cockfighting participants allegedly killed by rogue police in Philippines, case takes a new twist - CBS NewsAfter dozens of cockfighting participants allegedly killed by rogue police in Philippines, case takes a new twist  CBS News

Japanese manga sparks fears of megaquake hitting the Philippines - Cebu Daily NewsJapanese manga sparks fears of megaquake hitting the Philippines  Cebu Daily News

U.S. Army Demonstrates Anti-Ship Potential in the Philippines - navalnews.comU.S. Army Demonstrates Anti-Ship Potential in the Philippines  navalnews.com

Poor sex ed, policy gaps and stigma fuel HIV surge among young Filipinos - The Straits TimesPoor sex ed, policy gaps and stigma fuel HIV surge among young Filipinos  The Straits Times

Blast from the past: US ammo hub for Philippines sparks China retaliation fears - South China Morning PostBlast from the past: US ammo hub for Philippines sparks China retaliation fears  South China Morning Post

Philippines’ credit card debt reaches ‘critical risk’ levels - Inquirer.netPhilippines’ credit card debt reaches ‘critical risk’ levels  Inquirer.net

Japan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China – media report - RapplerJapan to export used destroyers to Philippines to deter China – media report  Rappler

Philippine central bank to cut key rate on June 19 to support economic growth: Reuters poll - ReutersPhilippine central bank to cut key rate on June 19 to support economic growth: Reuters poll  Reuters