Day: June 1, 2024
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Rublev Out, Sinner Advances at 2024 French Open
PARIS — The 2024 French Open saw significant action on Friday as world no. 6 Andrey Rublev was ousted in the third round, while world no. 2 Jannik Sinner smoothly made his way into the fourth round. Italian player Matteo Arnaldi delivered a stunning p…
Philippine Manufacturers Commit to Price Freeze Amid Economic Challenges
MANILA — In a move to mitigate the economic impact of rising goods prices and the adverse effects of the El Niño phenomenon, more leading manufacturers of basic necessities have pledged to implement a voluntary price freeze, the Department of Trade an…
President Marcos Advances Philippine Economic and Security Interests in Brunei and Singapore
PASAY CITY — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has returned from state visits to Brunei Darussalam and Singapore, bringing home agreements intended to bolster the Philippines’ economic and security stance in the region. Upon his early Saturday morning…
Marcos and Lithuanian PM Commit to International Rules-Based Order During Singapore Visit
MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonyte have pledged to uphold an international rules-based order as a foundation for peace and security. This agreement came during a bilateral meeting on the sidelines…
Brunei Agencies Extend Cybersecurity Collaboration
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei — Cyber Security Brunei (CSB) and Unified National Networks (UNN) have renewed their partnership for the second consecutive year to bolster cybersecurity awareness among citizens and businesses in Brunei Darussalam.
Accor…
Pasay City Customs Seizes P4.5 Million Worth of Marijuana at NAIA
PASAY CITY — The Bureau of Customs at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) has seized a parcel containing 323 grams of high-grade marijuana, valued at approximately PHP 4.5 million, in Pasay City, officials reported on Saturday.
According t…
Sultan Expresses Gratitude During RBAF 63rd Anniversary Celebration
PENANJONG GARRISON, Brunei — During the 63rd anniversary celebration of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces, His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam extended his appreciation to all individuals involved in organizing this year’s even…
Philippines Seizes P25 Million in Illegal Vapes in Major Enforcement Drive
MANILA — The Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has seized over PHP 25 million worth of illegal vape products in the first five months of 2024, surpassing its total seizures for the entire previous year. The intensified enforcement mark…
Brunei’s Defence Diplomacy Strengthens Through International Cooperation
PENANJONG GARRISON, Brunei — In a statement during the 63rd anniversary celebration of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces, His Majesty the Sultan emphasized the expansion of Brunei’s defence diplomacy.
According to Radio Television Brunei, the RBAF has n…
Philippines Sets Firm Stance in West Philippine Sea, Marcos Warns of Consequences for Harms to Filipinos
QUEZON CITY — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. recently outlined a clear stance that the Philippines will take action if any Filipino is harmed willfully in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), signaling a more assertive approach towards safeguarding natio…
Brunei Enhances Haj Pilgrim Facilities in Arafah and Mina
Makkah – Preparations for enhancing facilities and services for Haj pilgrims in Arafah and Mina were the main agenda during a recent meeting in Makkah. Awang Haji Abdullah bin Haji Mohamad, the Haj Managing Director from Brunei Darussalam’s Haj Manage…
Philippines Awarded Title of Emerging Muslim-Friendly Destination for Second Consecutive Year
SINGAPORE — The Philippines has been named an emerging Muslim-friendly travel destination for the second year in a row at the Halal in Travel Global Summit, held in Singapore on May 30. This accolade, issued by the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Mus…