![Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/81737926503_Philippinefilipina.jpg)
Philippines kicks off election campaigning amid high-stakes political drama
The election for upper house will feature allies of Marcos and Duterte and will effectively decide half of the jurors in that Senate trial.
Tue Feb 11 2025
![Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732854918_tbPhilippines.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch
The Senate has no choice but to process the impeachment complaint, says Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Philippines' Marcos says debate over impeachment of VP Sara Duterte a 'storm in a teacup' Philippines' Marcos says debate over impeachment of VP Sara Duterte a 'storm in a teacup'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732854918_tbPhilippines.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos says debate over impeachment of VP Sara Duterte a 'storm in a teacup'
Ferdinand Marcos Jr says impeaching VP Sara Duterte, who made threats against his life, would only tie down Congress and not help people.
Fri Nov 29 2024
![China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty' China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51677229362_Chinaflag.jpg)
China opposes new Philippine maritime law, vows to protect South China Sea 'sovereignty'
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed laws defining maritime entitlements and setting sea and air routes to strengthen the Philippines' sovereignty.
Mon Nov 11 2024
![Philippines to start winding down operations of offshore gaming hubs Philippines to start winding down operations of offshore gaming hubs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51665311944_Gaming.jpg)
Philippines to start winding down operations of offshore gaming hubs
The Philippines' gaming regulator said it will cancel the licenses of offshore gambling firms and implement a total ban on the industry.
Tue Jul 23 2024
![Philippines' Marcos orders closure of offshore gaming industry Philippines' Marcos orders closure of offshore gaming industry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/61721644900_gambling.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos orders closure of offshore gaming industry
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr ordered gaming regulators to wind down and cease such offshore gaming operations by the end of the year.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/61712904175_tbtrilateralsummi.jpg)
Biden warns on Beijing's South China Sea moves in Philippines-Japan summit
United States defense commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are iron clad, said Joe Biden.
Fri Apr 12 2024
![Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/81712635439_JapaneseUSjpg.jpg)
Biden to host Japan's Kishida, Philippines' Marcos as security fears mount
Joe Biden's bilateral summit with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida will bring an upgrade in defense ties with Japan.
Tue Apr 09 2024
![Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/61709115356_ScarboroughShoalS.jpg)
Chinese navy's presence in South China Sea is 'worrisome', says Philippine president
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the navy vessels will not deter the Philippines from defending its maritime territory and protecting fishermen.
Wed Feb 28 2024
![Philippines' Marcos says maritime cooperation a cornerstone in Vietnam visit Philippines' Marcos says maritime cooperation a cornerstone in Vietnam visit](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681474443_BongbongMarcos.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos says maritime cooperation a cornerstone in Vietnam visit
Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to meet Vietnam's top officials and work on agreements on coastguard cooperation and rice supply.
Mon Jan 29 2024
![Philippines launches joint sea, air patrols with US military Philippines launches joint sea, air patrols with US military](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681474443_BongbongMarcos.jpg)
Philippines launches joint sea, air patrols with US military
The militaries of the Philippines and the United States launched joint patrols on Tuesday in waters near Taiwan, officials said.
Wed Nov 22 2023
![Philippines eyes codes of conduct to keep peace in South China Sea Philippines eyes codes of conduct to keep peace in South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/71697428274_TBChinesenavyship.jpg)
Philippines eyes codes of conduct to keep peace in South China Sea
Ferdinand Marcos Jr said the priority was maintaining order and having agreed rules to follow.
Mon Nov 20 2023
![Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-04/81681474443_BongbongMarcos.jpg)
Philippines looking into ramming incident in South China Sea - president
Three Filipino fishermen were killed in a ramming incident that sank their boat in the South China Sea, Ferdinand Marcos Jr said.
Wed Oct 04 2023
![Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-08/41690820752_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
Political stability, strong policies have enhanced Malaysia's image on world stage - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's image is improving, and it is recognised on the world stage, leading to more foreign investment.
Tue Aug 01 2023
![Philippines' economic transformation set to grow trade with Malaysia - Marcos Philippines' economic transformation set to grow trade with Malaysia - Marcos](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/81690445742_TBanwaribrahim.jpg)
Philippines' economic transformation set to grow trade with Malaysia - Marcos
The Philippines' economic transformation will give the country a chance to increase the level of trade with Malaysia moving forward.
Thu Jul 27 2023
![Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41739756921_trakpolis.jpg)
Cops involved in crash rescue driver before car is consumed by fire
According to police, four individuals, including three police officers, were involved in the incident.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18 Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61739755397_tbSheikhNaimQassem.jpg)
Hezbollah chief says Israel must fully withdraw from Lebanon by February 18
Naim Qassem says any Israeli military presence on Lebanese soil after February 18 would be considered an occupying force.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739755125_JDAM.jpg)
Israel receives shipment of heavy bombs cleared by Trump
Trump says he lifted a Biden-era block on the export of the bombs to Israel despite a ceasefire agreement being in place.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738709801_TrumpNetanyahu.jpg)
Netanyahu reiterates support for Trump's Gaza plan
Netanyahu again praises US President Donald Trump's plan to resettle Palestinians from Gaza.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024 Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738804705_tbRINGGITMALAYSIA.jpg)
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025
![Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/61738813756_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Like dictators before him, Trump threatens international peace and security
Trump's threats are no way to treat an ally, but unfortunately for him, international law is on Canada's side.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked? Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/51707394584_TBcancer.jpg)
Why is there an increase in lung cancer among women who have never smoked?
Study suggests that environmental factors, particularly air pollution may be driving the rise in non-smoking-related lung cancer.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739535661_Congolesepeople.jpg)
UN refugee agency says Congo fighting leaves 350,000 with no shelter
Hundreds of thousands of people are now living in makeshift accommodation, including churches and hospitals, according to UNHCR.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen? How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41736248917_TBCANADAPM.jpg)
How will Canada's next prime minister be chosen?
The result is due to be announced on March 9.
Sun Feb 16 2025
![Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720518165_OhmatdytChildrenK.jpg)
Trump says he backs Ukraine, but early concessions to Russia spark concerns
Trump says US troops would not be part of any security presence in Ukraine.
Sun Feb 16 2025