Richard Sanders, Manila In a significant development in international relations, Manila and New Zealand officially inked a defense agreement yesterday, enabling the deployment of military forces on each other’s territories. This strategic partnership is designed to enhance security cooperation in light of an increasingly complex and deteriorating security landscape across the region. New Zealand’s Minister…
Richard Sanders in Olongapo The PREDA Foundation, established in 1974 by Father Shay Cullen in the Philippines, has become a symbol of hope and resilience in the battle against child abuse and exploitation. This non-governmental organization, which stands for People’s Recovery, Empowerment, and Development Assistance, has been instrumental in rescuing, healing, and empowering abused children….
Richard Sanders, Kaoshiung, Taiwan The Pacific Islands, characterized by their vast ocean expanses and scattered geography, face unique challenges in the electoral process. With many islands being remote and accessible only by boat or plane, traditional voting methods often lead to logistical nightmares. Voter turnout can be influenced by the difficulty of reaching polling stations,…
Top government officials and key business leaders will gather in Makati City on November 6 and 7 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Stratbase Group, a policy research and business advisory firm. To mark this monumental event, the Stratbase Group is organizing a two-day “Pilipinas Conference” to discuss strategic initiatives necessary for fostering a…
MAKATI CITY – Key government leaders, ambassadors, and experts are coming together in the biggest West Philippine Sea Conference of 2024 to celebrate the 8th anniversary of the Arbitral ruling that dismissed China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea. Organized by the Stratbase ADR Institute, in partnership with the Australian Embassy in the Philippines and…
by Richard Sanders, Staff Writer Kidnapping in the Philippines has been a longstanding issue that not only threatens the safety of its citizens but also tarnishes the international image of the country and erodes business confidence. The increasing frequency of kidnapping incidents has raised concerns both domestically and internationally, highlighting the need for urgent action…