The U.S. Department of State has pledged at least P3 billion or $60 million in foreign assistance to support energy, maritime, and economic growth programs in the Philippines. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is seeking a specialized bilateral trade deal with the United States, aiming to craft an agreement that only the Philippines and the U.S. can truly take advantage of. Read more »
U.S. vessel facilities in Palawan aim to aid West Philippine Sea operations and strengthen maritime readiness. Read more »
The recent declaration of Lawak Island as a critical habitat marks a pivotal moment in the Philippines' assertion of sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). Recognizing its ecological significance, the provincial government of Palawan, along with various agencies, has taken proactive steps to safeguard this vital territory. Read more »
With the issuance of Executive Order (EO) 57, which aims to strengthen marine security in the Philippines, Cong. Wilbert Lee has pushed for the passing of House Bill No. 9011, or the Fishing Shelters and Ports Act, which aims to protect the country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and enhance the lives of local fishermen. Read more »
In response to China's aggressive tactics and threats in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order (EO) No. 57, establishing the National Maritime Council (NMC), to bolster maritime security in the Philippines and raise Filipinos' understanding of the maritime domain. Read more »
