Philippines seals biggest COVID-19 vaccine order yet, for 40 million Pfizer doses
The Philippines will allow the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to be given to children aged 12 to 15, possibly starting later this year.
Mon Jun 21 2021
Asian countries seek vaccine supplies after India export curbs hit COVAX
The export curb deepens the problems facing the COVAX scheme, relied on by 64 poorer countries.
Tue Mar 30 2021
Philippines says U.S. troops near besieged Marawi, but not fighting
It was not clear how close to the battle zone the U.S. troops were.
Wed Jun 14 2017
Philippine troops rescue two Malaysians kidnapped by Abu Sayyaf militants
Tayudin Anjut, 45, and Abdurahim Bin Sumas, 62, were rescued in waters off Pata island in southern Sulu province, said Major General Carlito Galvez Jr., commander of the Western Mindanao Command.
Thu Mar 23 2017