Russia

Russia under President Vladimir Putin continues to engage in aggressive foreign policies, including its ongoing conflict with Ukraine and violations of human rights. The country has also embraced digital currencies for international payments while maintaining strong ties with China and North Korea. These actions have strained relations with Western allies and heightened tensions globally, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Last updated at April 23, 2025.

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Russian Ambasador Pavlov seeks agricultural, nuclear cooperation with Philippines

Russian Ambassador Marat Pavlov expressed interest in enhancing agricultural cooperation and possibly nuclear energy collaboration with the Philippines during a lecture on Wednesday, April 23.
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Creamline signs two internationals, adds vet setter

Creamline has bolstered its roster for the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women's Champions League by signing two international players: Anastassiya Kolomoyets from Kazakhstan and Anastasiya Kudryashova from Russia, along with veteran setter Rhea Dimaculangan.
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Fuel prices may rise by up to P1.40 per liter starting April 1

Motorists may face higher fuel prices starting April 1st due to recent trading in the Mean of Platts Singapore (MOPS), with gasoline projected to increase by around P1.20 to P1.40 per liter and diesel by P1.00 to P1.20.
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Petroleum prices to rise next week, LPG prices drop

Motorists can expect another price hike for petroleum products starting next week due to rising international fuel prices driven by supply and geopolitical issues.
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BI removes 7 NAIA staff over worker trafficking

The Bureau of Immigration (BI) removed seven personnel from their posts at Ninoy Aquino International Airport for suspected involvement in trafficking Filipino workers, a move aligned with President Marcos' directive to eliminate corruption and strengthen border security.
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Marcos optimistic on deepening ties with Colombia, Cambodia, Ukraine

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed optimism about strengthening ties with Colombia, Cambodia, and Ukraine during separate ceremonies at Malaca帽ang Palace on Tuesday.
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Marcos urges Tonga, Bhutan, Nepal to join CTBT

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. committed to urging Tonga, Bhutan, and Nepal to sign and ratify the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) during a meeting with Robert Floyd of the CTBTO at Malaca帽ang Palace on Tuesday.
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Pacatiw faces Baatarkhuu in ONE Fight Night 29

Filipino MMA bantamweight contender Jeremy Pacatiw will face Mongolia's Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu on March 8 at ONE Fight Night 29 inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Fuel prices hike by P0.80 per liter for gasoline and diesel, P0.10 for kerosene starting Tuesday

Retailers announced a fuel price hike starting Tuesday, February 18, reversing last week's rollback where prices were reduced by P0.10 per liter for gasoline and diesel, and P0.30 per liter for kerosene.
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Alex Eala eliminated from singles and doubles at W125 Mumbai Open

Alex Eala was eliminated from both the singles and doubles events at the W125 Mumbai Open on Wednesday.
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