Goodbye Malaysia, over to you Philippines
SEAGF president Tan Sri Tunku Imran Tuanku Jaafar handed the flag to the Philippines Olympic Committee (POC) president Jose Cojuangco Jr. who in turn presented it to Alan Peter Cayetano.
Thu Aug 31 2017
Philippines says China agrees on no new expansion in South China Sea
Philippines was also working on a "commercial deal" with China to explore and exploit oil and gas resources in disputed areas of the South China Sea with an aim to begin drilling within a year.
Wed Aug 16 2017
Philippines seeks ASEAN consensus on North Korea response
The United States is expected to press the ASEAN and other Asian countries to take tougher action against North Korea, such as "drastically" reducing dealings with the already isolated state.
Fri Aug 04 2017
Philippine minister starts damage control after Duterte's China war remark
Talks last week between leaders of China and the Philippines were frank and friendly, with no threats or bullying, Manila's foreign minister said.
Mon May 22 2017