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Surging Fuel Prices in the Philippines: What’s Behind the Pain at the Pump?

Over the past few weeks, the Philippines has experienced a relentless surge in fuel prices, affecting gasoline, diesel, and kerosene. These increases have serious...

June inflation lower at 3.7%; Beats upper BSP forecast

The easing prices of energy and transport costs caused the country’s headline inflation to decrease slightly to 3.7% in June from the 3.9% in...

Lessons from Hurricane Beryl for the Philippines

Hurricane Beryl, a record-breaking storm, has wreaked havoc across the Caribbean, serving as a stark reminder of the increasing power and unpredictability of tropical...

Manila Talks Ease Tensions Between Philippines and China Over West Philippine Sea After Recent Intense Clash

Recent developments in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) have highlighted ongoing tensions between the Philippines and China, particularly around maritime territorial disputes. However, a...

INSIGHT: Illegal POGOs a threat to regional security

The raided Philippine offshore gaming operation (POGO) hubs in Bamban in Tarlac and Porac in Pampanga is not unique to the country, but is...

AI to Replace Politicians, Including in the Philippines, Anyone?

As technological advancements continue to accelerate, the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionize various sectors is becoming increasingly evident. Among the most provocative...

Hope for De-escalation in the West Philippine Sea

The West Philippine Sea (WPS) situation has been a focal point of international tension, particularly between the Philippines and China. Recent developments, however, suggest...

The Global Energy Wars: Worldwide Trends and the Philippine Stake in the West Philippine Sea

In the 21st century, the battle for energy resources has intensified, evolving into what some describe as "energy wars." These conflicts manifest in various...

INSIGHT: WPS now Benham Rise next?

As China does its own brand of sable ratting in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), the country’s defense establishment must also be on the...