Philippines — The Philippines reaffirmed on Wednesday, April 30, that it continues to have direct communication lines with Beijing after its ambassador in China was summoned over concerns about ...

MANILA (Reuters) - In political rallies, Senate hearings and voter surveys ahead of Monday's midterm elections in the Philippines, China has been an overwhelming - and unusual - presence.

The Philippines has signed a military pact with New Zealand, allowing their forces to hold joint exercises as Manila ...