Regional Philippines News

Taiwan protests Philippine ships in disputed waters

2013-05-25T12:56:24

Taiwan on Saturday protested to the Philippines for sending naval ships to disputed South China Sea islands in the latest diplomatic spat between the two governments.

12 dead as Philippine troops clash with militants

2013-05-25T07:00:27

Twelve people were killed in the Philippines on Saturday as troops clashed with a militant group blamed for the country's deadliest terror attacks, the military said.

11 dead as Philippine troops clash with militants

2013-05-25T05:26:10

Eleven people were killed in the southern Philippines early Saturday as troops clashed with a militant group blamed for the country's deadliest terror attacks, the military said.

Philippine capital angered by 'Da Vinci Code' author

2013-05-23T10:57:04

Philippine authorities Thursday reacted angrily over 'Da Vinci Code' author Dan Brown's portrayal of Manila as "the gates of hell" in his latest novel.

Asia tension could lead to conflict: Philippine FM

2013-05-23T10:37:03

The Philippines on Thursday warned that territorial rows in Asia are "causing considerable tension that could lead to conflict" as several countries face off with China over island claims.