Stories from Philippines

National leaders convened at the Government Cyber Resilience Summit in the Philippines to enhance the country's cybersecurity and digital resilience. The event, organized by Exito Media Concepts, is the 30th edition of the Cyber Security Summit Philippines 2026.

Zamboanga has implemented a ban on the entry of poultry and livestock products. This measure aims to prevent the spread of diseases or other agricultural concerns.

The Philippines House of Representatives has approved a waste-to-energy bill on its third and final reading. The legislation aims to reduce the country's reliance on open dumpsites.

The Philippines' National Bureau of Investigation announced it will apprehend a top politician wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC). The announcement was made on Thursday, May 21.

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has been commended for conducting a fast and thorough investigation into gunfire that occurred at the Senate. This action is seen as a step towards accountability.

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has seized 2 kilograms of shabu (methamphetamine) and arrested a suspect in Quiapo. This operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat illegal drug trafficking.

The Philippine House of Representatives approved a bill to extend the validity of Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) identification cards to five years. This legislative action occurred on Wednesday night.

Newly appointed Budget Secretary Kim Robert de Leon pledged on Wednesday to enhance government spending oversight and intensify efforts against corruption.

The Supreme Court has rejected a TRO request filed by Bato Dela Rosa against an ICC warrant. The Supreme Court of the Philippines has ruled against a request to prevent the arrest of a former police chief wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC). This decision allows the ICC warrant to proceed.

National leaders convened at the Government Cyber Resilience Summit to strengthen the country's cybersecurity and digital resilience. Exito Media Concepts announced the 30th edition of the Cyber Security Summit Philippines 2026.