Philippines promoted to Davis Cup Group III
The Philippines has been promoted to Group III of the Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Zone after a successful performance in the Group IV qualifying tournament held last week in Kuala Lumpur.
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Qatar
Qatar has launched a USD50 million legacy fund in collaboration with FIFA to create social impact across multiple regions, focusing on issues like refugee support and education. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declined an invitation to attend the 3rd Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) Summit in Doha but assured that the Philippines would be well-represented by a delegate. Senator Risa Hontiveros is advocating for stronger protections for overseas Filipino workers in Qatar, particularly those facing abuse and vulnerabilities.
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Last updated at July 29, 2025.
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