Philippines Assesses Damage After Typhoon Fung-Wong

By BPN News Desk November 10, 2025

International

The Philippines’ northern Luzon region is assessing damage after Typhoon Fung‑Wong made landfall on Sunday, causing floods, landslides, power outages and widespread disruption. At least four people have died and 1.4 million + residents were displaced or evacuated. Major Affected Areas The storm

International

Strong 6.9 Quake Strikes Central Philippines

By BPN News Desk October 1, 2025

A powerful magnitude-6.9 earthquake rattled the central Philippines late Tuesday night, causing heavy damage and widespread panic. The quake struck off the coast of Cebu province, near the city of Bogo, at around 9:59 p.m. local time. Casualties and Damage By early Wednesday, officials confirmed at least 69 people were killed and over 150 injured. […]

International

Philippines President Says China Misread His Taiwan Comment

By BPN News Desk August 11, 2025

On August 11, 2025, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Beijing misunderstood his comments made during a recent India visit. He had noted that, due to geographic proximity and many Filipinos living in Taiwan, the Philippines would be drawn into any conflict between China and Taiwan—“whether we like it or not.” Aims to Avoid War, […]

International

China Warns Philippines Over Taiwan Comments

By BPN News Desk August 8, 2025

China has strongly criticized the Philippines after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said his country could be drawn into a conflict between the U.S. and China over Taiwan due to its closeness and a large Filipino community there. Beijing accused Manila of “playing with fire” and urged the Philippines to respect the one-China principle and avoid […]

International

India, Philippines Seal Strategic Partnership

By BPN News Desk August 5, 2025

Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr arrived in New Delhi on August 4, 2025, for a five-day state visit. The trip marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and the Philippines. He was formally welcomed at Rashtrapati Bhavan and later held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Strategic Partnership Officially Launched On August […]

International

US, Philippines Finalise Trade Deal at 19% Tariff

By BPN News Desk July 23, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced a new trade deal with the Philippines, confirming that imports from the Southeast Asian nation will now be subjected to a 19% tariff. The agreement comes after a high-level meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. at the White House, where both leaders declared the deal a milestone in […]

Defence National

India Anticipates $200 Million Akash Missile Deal with Philippines

By BPN News Desk February 13, 2025

India is poised to finalize a significant defense agreement with the Philippines, involving the sale of Akash surface-to-air missile systems valued at over $200 million. This prospective deal underscores the deepening defense collaboration between the two nations, particularly amid escalating regional security concerns. Strengthening Defense Ties The anticipated agreement