President Marcos said the Philippines is ready to contribute to any effort to de-escalate tensions and restore peace in Thailand and Cambodia, amid ongoing armed conflict over a border dispute.

The vice president and past presidents of the country are no longer part of the National Security Council, under a new executive order issued by President Marcos to ensure that the NSC could “adapt to evolving challenges.”

The government will apply forfeiture laws in seizing assets of Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO), as authorities rush to shut down the illegal entities before the end of the year, according to Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin.?

Amid criticisms over lack of enough warnings on Tropical Storm Enteng, President Marcos directed yesterday officials of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration to be more “dynamic” in making forecasts and issui...

President Marcos assured Filipinos on Wednesday that he is in the pink of health as he laughed off rumors claiming he was hospitalized.?

The Department of Budget and Management is urging government agencies to further ramp up their spending of the 2024 budget to improve the delivery of public goods and services.

The Philippines remains at 52nd place out of 67 economies in overall competitiveness, although it improved three spots in terms of governance in the 2024 World Competitiveness Report.

President Marcos sent his well wishes to former US president Donald Trump and condemned the fatal shooting at his campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday.

Picking the next education secretary was harder than he thought, President Marcos said yesterday, so he is giving himself more time to find the “right person” for the job vacated last week by his Vice President.

The Partido Federal ng Pilipinas, chaired by President Marcos, forged an alliance with the National Unity Party (NUP) on Saturday, with the Chief Executive reiterating the coalition is more than just “a marriage of convenience.”

President Marcos has appointed new envoys, including the wife of Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro.?

Aside from the prospect of Northern Luzon getting embroiled in a potential armed confrontation between China and Taiwan, the Philippines also has to deal with another source of tension at sea – Beijing’s possible enforcement beginning June 15 of a “mar...

The Czech Republic is ready to supply the Philippines with the latest defense technology and equipment to support its ongoing military modernization program, Prime Minister Petr Fiala told President Marcos.

The government will come out with a decision on whether or not to push through with the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. premium contribution rate increase “very soon,” President Marcos said yesterday.

The presence of Chinese navy vessels in the West Philippine Sea is “worrisome,” but the Philippines will not be deterred in defending its maritime territory and protecting its fishermen, President Marcos said yesterday.

To avert a potential water shortage especially during El Niño, President Marcos ordered yesterday the immediate completion of all water projects in the country being undertaken by both the private and public sectors.

Despite a testy exchange about drug use with former president Rodrigo Duterte, President Marcos said he has a lot of fond memories and made lifetime friends in Davao City.

Saying the senior citizen’s purchase booklet no longer serves its purpose, the National Commission of Senior Citizens has recommended its replacement with a database that can be accessed by all participating merchants.

The Philippines and Vietnam will sign next week a deal to boost cooperation between their coast guards in light of lingering tensions between Manila and Beijing in the West Philippine Sea. 

Signatures for a people’s initiative that were obtained in exchange for money should be invalidated by the Commission of Elections, President Marcos said yesterday.

As the country faces “evolving threats,” President Marcos has reorganized the National Intelligence Coordinating Agency to make it more equipped and capable of dealing with new dangers to national security, including cyber-security threats and weapons ...

Sending a congratulatory message to Taiwanese president-elect Lai Ching-te was an act of courtesy, President Marcos said yesterday after being criticized by China for the gesture.

Following criticisms for using the presidential helicopter to avoid the traffic gridlock and watch the concert of British rock band Coldplay last week, President Marcos yesterday said he did not want his convoy to cause traffic.

Spending more time with family and keeping himself healthy are among President Marcos’ New Year’s resolutions.

President Marcos is always open to discuss issues with his predecessor, former president Rodrigo Duterte, Malacañang said on Sunday.

As the nation marked the 127th anniversary of the martyrdom of Jose Rizal yesterday, President Marcos called on Filipinos to emulate the national hero’s genuine love for the country and to have a deep sense of ownership of their motherland.

President Marcos has ordered the streamlining and strengthening of functions of various government agencies to fast track the reconstruction of Marawi City and other areas affected by the 2017 armed conflict between government forces and the ISIS-inspi...

President Marcos has granted service recognition incentive and gratuity pay to government employees, including contract of service and job order workers this year.

President Marcos is in for a busy week after winning his third bout with COVID-19.

Canada yesterday clarified the Philippines would be among the developing countries to benefit from its total $5.3-billion climate finance commitment.

The Philippines is striking a balance between achieving development and addressing the worsening climate crisis, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said as the country has yet to make a commitment to move to a net zero emissions economy.

A high-level US trade and investment mission formed by President Joe Biden will arrive in the country in March next year to explore business opportunities in the Philippines, according to President Marcos.

Malacañang has issued proclamations declaring special non-working days in various parts of the country, mostly commemorating founding anniversaries and local festivals.

Former president Rodrigo Duterte need not appear before the Quezon City prosecutor’s office on Dec. 4 to answer its summons for a preliminary investigation on the criminal complaint of grave threat filed against him by ACT Teachers party-list Rep. Fran...

President Marcos joined other leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and Gulf Cooperation Council in calling for the cessation of hostilities, provision of humanitarian aid, release of hostages and strengthening diplomatic efforts to a...

Malacañang has opened a songwriting competition for college students nationwide, which seeks to highlight the youth’s hope for “Bagong Pilipinas” or New Philippines, the Marcos administration’s brand of governance.

President Marcos led a rice distribution event in Capiz yesterday with “longtime friend,” opposition Liberal Party stalwart and former senator Mar Roxas, triggering speculation about the latter’s possible return to public service under the current admi...