Japan

Masato Kanda has assumed office as the new president of the Asian Development Bank, aiming to bolster development initiatives in Asia including the Philippines. Japan is deepening its defense and economic ties with the Philippines, reflecting a strategic partnership aimed at addressing regional challenges such as South China Sea tensions and promoting mutual growth.

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Last updated at April 26, 2025.

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Japan, Philippines set to sign agreements on military, trade during PM Ishiba’s visit

Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo announced on Thursday that Japan and the Philippines are set to sign several bilateral agreements during Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's visit to Manila next week, highlighting the strength of their strategic partnership.
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Ateneo, UP tie for top spot in THE Asia University Rankings

Ateneo de Manila University and the University of the Philippines (UP) are now tied for the top position in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings.
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Marcos Cabinet confident in boosting Philippines-US trade ties

Despite temporarily suspended tariffs, members of the Marcos Cabinet expressed confidence in strengthening trade relations between Manila and Washington ahead of an upcoming high-level meeting scheduled for the first week of May.
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Japanese PM Ishiba visits Philippines, April 29-30

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will visit the Philippines from April 29 to 30 at Malacañang Palace, where he will meet with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos.
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US-China trade tensions cause market vol., IMF downgrades growth

Rumors about increased US tariffs on China circulated last Thursday, but the White House denied these claims.
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Japan, UK warn against PH raw minerals export ban

Japan and the United Kingdom have expressed concerns about a proposed export ban on Philippine raw minerals during a recent World Trade Organization (WTO) Council for Trade in Goods meeting.
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19 nations observe Balikatan drills with PH, US troops

Nineteen countries have sent observers for this year's Balikatan exercises, which began on April 21 with over 14,000 Filipino and U.S. soldiers participating.
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PAF, PACAF conclude Cope Thunder exercise

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) and the United States Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) concluded their joint exercise Cope Thunder Philippines 25-1 in Clark Air Base, Pampanga on Wednesday.
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Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos enjoy Tokyo food trip

During their recent trip to Tokyo, Japan, Gabbi Garcia and Khalil Ramos indulged in a food trip that included ice cream, sushi rolls, oysters, ramen, grilled beef, and other delicacies, as well as captured stunning photos of cherry blossoms.
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Filipino tycoons Sia and Tan Caktiong top up Hotel101-Madrid project

Filipino business tycoons Edgar 'Injap' Sia II and Tony Tan Caktiong held the topping up ceremony for the 680-room Hotel101-Madrid on Monday, with construction beginning just 11 months ago.
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