Context Dispatch
Ombudsman shortens suspension of GSIS chief, 4 others
The Ombudsman has lifted the preventive suspension of Arnulfo Veloso, president and general manager of the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), which was imposed following an anonymous complaint alleging grave misconduct and gross neglect of duty over a P1.45 billion investment in perpetual preferred shares of Alternery Holdings Corp.
Experts warn of rising security threats in Indo-Pacific, Europe
Security risks in Europe and the Indo-Pacific are growing more complex and dangerous due to gray zone tactics, cyberattacks, lawfare, and disruptive emerging technologies, global experts warned at a high-level forum held in Manila this week.
Japan-backed program boosts PH emergency response capacity
Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Endo Kazuya attended the Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management (A-PAD) Philippines International Symposium 2025, which concluded a three-year initiative focused on emergency preparedness, volunteer engagement, and strengthening emergency medical services (EMS) in the region.
Japan, PH, and U.S. conduct joint maritime activity in South China Sea
Naval forces from Japan, the Philippines, and the United States conducted a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the South China Sea, underscoring their ongoing commitment to regional stability and maritime security.
Senators elect Sotto as new Senate President
The Senate on Monday elected Senator Vicente "Tito" Sotto III as its new president, replacing Senator Francis Escudero, who has recently faced controversy over alleged links to a contractor involved with the Department of Public Works and Highways.
