Emirates NBD has clarified that its DirectRemit service will continue to offer free international transfers to major remittance destinations such as India, Pakistan, Egypt, and the Philippines, as reported by the Gulf News.
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) yesterday called for dialogue and restraint in resolving disputes in the South China Sea following the Philippines' official endorsement of new names for over 130 features in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG), part of the Spratly Islands (Nansha Isla
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 26: A new report launched today by Sattva Consulting, with support from WINGS' #LiftUpPhilanthropy Fund, uncovers the emerging architecture of collaboration for development across South and Southeast Asia. titled Strengthening Collective Impact in South an
Makati City [Philippines], June 26: ACEN, in partnership with UPC Renewables, has commenced construction of two major renewable energy projects in India: a 420 MW solar farm in Rajasthan and a 120 MW wind farm in Karnataka. These new developments mark a significant step forward in ACEN and U
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 25: The Institute for Educational Research and Publication (IFERP), a premier academic and research association, is proud to announce its strategic partnerships with two esteemed institutions in the Philippines: Tabaco College and Central Philippines State
New Delhi [India], June 25: Crocs, a world leader in innovative casual footwear for all, is bringing monsoon flair to the forefront with its most regionally immersive campaign yet, spanning seven key Southeast Asian markets including India, China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia and the Ph
Chinese ships have been near disputed East China Sea islands for 216 days, Japan says. The islands are claimed by Japan, China, and Taiwan. Tensions are rising, with joint Japan-US-Philippines drills and China's growing military presence, including an aircraft carrier near Japan's exclusi
Manila [Philippines], June 16: As dengue cases in 2024 double to over 14 million globally, with Asia accounting for 70% of the global burden in 2024[1], the Asia Dengue Voice and Action (ADVA) Group reinforces the call for stronger policies to strengthen dengue resilience at the 8th Asia Den
The Armed Forces of the Philippines said on Sunday that Filipino military units and their counterparts from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force conducted the second bilateral maritime cooperative exercise in the West Philippine Sea over the weekend.
The prestigious Tier 3 tournament, organised by Pickleball Global, saw over 230 top-tier players from across Asia--including Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, the Philippines, and Singapore--compete for top honours, as per a press release from AIPA.
A Chinese ship ran aground near Thitu Island in the disputed South China Sea due to bad weather. Filipino troops responded but the ship was later freed. Tensions remain high as such incidents happen amid ongoing maritime disputes between China and the Philippines.