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WASHINGTON, DC — The Philippine Embassy in the United States has yet to receive an official request for the extradition of controversial religious leader Apollo Quiboloy, who is declared wanted by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for sex trafficking charges. “We were informed that there was potentially a request for his extradition but so far there has been none coming our way,” Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said at a meeting with journalist-participants of Friends, Allies, Partners Program on Thursday (Manila time). Romualdez, however, said that extradition requests, even though they usually go through the Philippine Embassy, “can also go to the US Embassy [in the Philippines].” “There are law enforcement representatives in the US Embassy that can make a request directly to our Department of Justice… It doesn’t necessarily have to come to us,” he said. Quiboloy, leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC), was indicted by a federal grand jury i

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Tuesday said it would assist the families of the Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who died or were injured during the heavy floods in the United Arab Emirates. “We assured the families na wala silang gagastusin kahit isang kusing, even the son who is there, and who will be joining his mother back,” said DMW Officer-in-Charge Hans Leo Cacdac in a press conference. “More particularly, una doon sa repatriation of the remains and the father of one of the OFWs particularly made that request na makapiling nya sa huling pagkakataon yung kaniyang anak. We are arranging the repatriation,” he said, noting that they are in coordination with related agencies. (More particularly, our priority is the repatriation of the remains, and the father of one of the OFWs particularly made that request to be with his daughter for the final time.) "We assured the families na wala silang gagastusin kahit isang kusing, even the son who is there and who will be

Several Chinese militia fishing vessels were spotted in Recto Bank in the West Philippine Sea, said the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), which delivered crude oil to Filipino fishermen. According to Chino Gaston's report on "24 Oras" on Wednesday, the fishermen said Chinese militia vessels are often seen in the area but don't interfere with them. They also said they do not see them fishing in the area. Recto Bank is located inside the Exclusive Economic Zone of the Philippines, which is said to be rich in oil and natural gas. On the second day of the refueling mission, China Coast Guard (CCG) Vessel 4202 arrived, which according to BFAR came from the Ayungin Shoal. The vessel is known to block or tail the Philippine Coast Guard and Armed Forces of the Philippines boats during resupply missions. Earlier on Wednesday, two rubber boats descended from the CCG and circled the BFAR vessel. In the mission of BFAR and PCG, 22 big boats were given fre

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States and the Philippines have agreed to collaborate on several initiatives such as those concerning maritime security and the cyber-digital space following a two-day bilateral meeting in the US capital in the midst of Chinese aggression in the South China Sea. In a joint statement on Thursday, released by the Philippine Embassy in the US, both Manila and Washington, D.C. announced renewed commitments to work on addressing pressing global and regional challenges. The announcement came after the conclusion of the 11th Philippines-US Bilateral Strategic Dialogue held on April 22 and 23 here. Among the salient points of the Philippines-US BSD include both nation’s agreement to “consider and develop, as appropriate, procedures and protocols on cooperative maritime law enforcement operations, in accordance with international law and our respective national laws.” Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez explained that developing maritime law e

The award highlights the JTC's role in translating the concept of a "Just Transition" into tangible actions and meaningful progress around the world. The JTC provides concrete support to ITUC affiliates through capacity building, peer-to-peer learning and documenting best practice. The aim is to ensure that workers transitioning to new sectors or roles have access to necessary skills training, social protection and safety measures. ITUC General Secretary Luc Triangle said: “This award is well-deserved recognition of the JTC as a hub for knowledge, collaboration and action for a transformation towards greener economies with social justice. The JTC model of working for and with workers is inspiring. “It bridges the gap between workers, unions, employers and governments by ensuring that working people are heard and are integral to the conversation. “Social dialogue and union involvement are critical in shaping a just and sustainable future. The path to a greener planet

76% of Filipinos aged 16-29 ready to fight for country TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — An article in the Economist on April 17 said the willingness to fight among Taiwan's youth is relatively high, due to the potential of a major conflict with China. In an article titled “Would you really die for your country?” it said some developed countries face a problem with recruitment, as “today’s career-oriented, individualistic young people are reluctant to join up.” In response, some countries are reconsidering mandatory military service, while Taiwan is extending its conscription. Two years after Russia's invasion, a chronic shortage of troops has forced Ukraine to lower the minimum age of conscription from 27 to 25. Following the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, 300,000 reported for duty, but as the war drags on, Israel is considering extending male conscription from 32 months to 36 months. As China continues to build its forces and U.S.-China tensions rise, Taiwan lengthened its c