Half of Filipino workers reported daily workplace stress in 2025 — the highest in Southeast Asia — even as the region trends downward, according to Gallup's State of the Global Workplace 2026 Report.
Quezon City's mayor has urged residents not to panic after COVID-19 cases rose to 84 between June 11 and July 1, up from 23 the previous period, stressing all infections have been mild and isolated.
The Philippine Navy has launched its third landing dock at PT PAL Indonesia's shipyard in Surabaya, with the vessel expected to be named BRP Ilocos Norte and commissioned within the year as part of the AFP's modernisation programme.
The Philippines and Malaysia are exploring expanded cooperation on skills training, green jobs, halal certification, and workforce development, as labour ties between the two countries deepen.
President Marcos has reaffirmed the strength of Philippines-US ties following his official visit to Canada on Saturday (Jul 4), saying bilateral relations continue to grow stronger and are expanding into new areas driven by emerging technologies.
President Marcos has wrapped up a four-day official visit to Canada with US$2.5 billion in investment commitments, a new strategic partnership, and fresh agreements covering mining, energy, IT-BPM, and the Luzon Economic Corridor.
Dubai Customs has held a briefing session with IRDA on the JS-SEZ, showing a growth in international interest in the cross-border zone as a trade, logistics and investment hub
Malacañang insists Philippine-China relations remain "good" despite sharp exchanges between Defence Secretary Teodoro and Beijing, as the Palace reaffirms Manila's commitment to asserting its rights through diplomacy rather than provocation
The Philippines has expressed grave concern over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz following ship strikes and US action against Iran, urging all parties to uphold existing peace commitments and pursue diplomacy.
