Category Archives: Events
Philippines' Arroyo to face court on fraud charge
Ex-Philippine president Gloria Arroyo is expected to plead not guilty when she appears in court on Thursday for the first time since being charged with rigging an election. Continue reading
Philippines denies casino graft
Philippine authorities confirmed Wednesday that top gaming officials accepted free luxury accommodation from a Japanese tycoon but denied these were bribes to ensure a new Manila casino was built. Continue reading
Philippines contributed US$125m to IMF in 2011
The Philippines contributed more than US$125 million as of end-2011 to the pool of money disbursed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to help address the financial crisis confronting economies i ….. Continue reading
Philippines, Vietnam discuss Spratlys claim
The Philippines and Vietnam on Monday discussed âcooperative actionsâ in the West Philippine Sea (South China Sea) during the inaugural meeting of the two countriesâ Joint Commission on Maritime ….. Continue reading
Contraception Debate: What the Philippines Can Teach the U.S.
Those who cast contraception as a private, personal, matter, ought to consider the case of the Philippines. Continue reading
Philippines aiming to boost Manila airport
The Philippine government said Tuesday it was aiming to boost passenger capacity at its congested Manila airport next year with the long-awaited completion of a controversial terminal. Continue reading
Alorica Opens New Call Center in Cebu, Philippines
CHINO, CA– – Alorica , a leading provider of customer management outsourcing solutions, announced today they are opening a new call center in Cebu and are immediately hiring hundreds of positions. The … Continue reading
Philippines captures militant wanted for beheadings
An Islamic militant accused of beheading Philippine soldiers and a host of other attacks was arrested on Tuesday after he was taken by surprise in his remote island hideout, authorities said. Continue reading