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What to know as a Philippine region with a history of conflict holds its first parliamentary polls

What to know as a Philippine region with a history of conflict holds its first parliamentary polls

Voters in an autonomous southern Philippine region will cast their ballots Monday in the region's first parliamentary elections
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A Muslim region in the southern Philippines votes in its first elections

A Muslim region in the southern Philippines votes in its first elections

A Muslim autonomous region in the southern Philippines is holding its first parliamentary elections
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Sweden's centre-left bloc leads close election against right-wing government

Sweden's centre-left bloc leads close election against right-wing government

By Johan Ahlander and Greta Rosen Fondahn STOCKHOLM, Sept 14 (Reuters) - Sweden's national election results showed a narrow lead early on Monday for the centre-left opposition over the right-wing government, which could halt the Nordic nation's drift away from its liberal heritage.
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Philippines Publicly Challenges China's South China Sea Claims, Raising Regional Tensions

Philippines Publicly Challenges China's South China Sea Claims, Raising Regional Tensions

The Philippines is increasingly adopting a public strategy to challenge China's maritime claims in the South China Sea. This approach was recently exemplified at the Seoul Defense Dialogue, where Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. publicly read and refuted Chinese positions on disputed issues, rather than engaging in private diplomatic communication. This action highlights Manila's growing willingness to internationalize the dispute and frame it before a global audience, emphasizing international law and alliances. The disputes, which involve reefs, maritime boundaries, fishing rights, and freedom of navigation, have led to escalating confrontations between Philippine and Chinese vessels. China, in response, has intensified its 'gray-zone' operations, utilizing coast guard vessels and other non-military assets to assert its presence and claims, particularly around areas like Scarborough Shoal and near Taiwan. These actions are seen as an attempt to normalize a sustained Chinese presence in d...
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International Committee of the Red Cross Seeks Data Analytics Officer for Global Operations

International Committee of the Red Cross Seeks Data Analytics Officer for Global Operations

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a humanitarian organization established in 1863, is actively recruiting a Data & Analytics Officer. This role is based in Manila, Philippines, and is critical to supporting the ICRC's global mission of preserving human dignity and alleviating suffering caused by armed conflict. The officer will be responsible for data analytics transactions, administrative work related to enrollment, contributions, and benefit payments, and providing reports and analysis. Key responsibilities include maintaining data management processes, contributing to institutional reporting and dashboards, ensuring data continuity across applications, and supporting the development of data models for decision-making. The position also involves validating monthly contribution cycles, overseeing year-end reporting, and assisting with audit activities. The ICRC emphasizes its values of impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion, seeking candidates who embody these principles. The ro...
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ICC Prosecutor Opposes Reframing of Charges Against Former President Duterte

ICC Prosecutor Opposes Reframing of Charges Against Former President Duterte

The International Criminal Court (ICC) acting prosecutor, Mame Mandiaye Niang, has formally opposed a motion by the defense team of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to reframe the crimes against humanity charges against him. Niang urged Trial Chamber III to dismiss the motion, asserting that the issues raised by the defense regarding the form of the charges had already been addressed and settled during the confirmation proceedings. Duterte's defense lawyer, Peter Haynes, had argued that the original document containing the charges (DCC) was "not fit for purpose" and improperly grouped alleged crimes under three topical headings, thereby violating Duterte's right to be informed in detail of the charges. The defense sought an order for the ICC prosecutor to file an updated DCC before the Pre-Trial Chamber. However, Niang countered that the defense failed to differentiate between the legal adequacy of the charges and the accused's right to notice, maintaining that sufficient information had been pr...
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Trump dismisses report China entities helped Iran before attack that killed US troops

Trump dismisses report China entities helped Iran before attack that killed US troops

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, Sept 13 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday brushed aside a report that Iran acquired satellite images of a base in Jordan from Chinese entities before an attack that killed three U.S. troops there in July.
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Philippine Agri-Startups Seek Expansion into Taiwan Market at Smart Agriweek 2026

Philippine Agri-Startups Seek Expansion into Taiwan Market at Smart Agriweek 2026

Philippine Agri-Startups Seek Expansion into Taiwan Market at Smart Agriweek 2026
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Oxfam Pilipinas Seeks Finance Officer for Program Management and Compliance

Oxfam Pilipinas Seeks Finance Officer for Program Management and Compliance

Oxfam Pilipinas is actively recruiting a Finance Officer to bolster its financial management, compliance, and capacity-building efforts. This role is crucial for supporting both Oxfam Pilipinas and its partner organizations. The successful candidate will report to the Finance Manager and will be responsible for the overall financial oversight of assigned projects, including monitoring grants to partners and ensuring adherence to reporting requirements. Key duties involve encoding financial transactions, preparing and maintaining monthly expenditure and grant tracking sheets, and analyzing budget versus variance. The Finance Officer will also be tasked with ensuring the quality and integrity of balance sheet accounts and transactions, performing account reconciliations, and preparing budgets and financial reports in coordination with program colleagues. A significant aspect of the role includes providing financial accompaniment and mentoring support to partners, many of whom are based outside Metro Manila, ...
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Okinawa election win may give Tokyo freer hand on military build-up

Okinawa election win may give Tokyo freer hand on military build-up

TOKYO, Sept 14 (Reuters) - A candidate backed by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government won Okinawa's gubernatorial election on Sunday, ousting an opponent of Tokyo's military build-up across the strategically important island chain near Taiwan and China.
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Smoke from charred ferry in Philippines hampers rescuers looking for 84 missing

Smoke from charred ferry in Philippines hampers rescuers looking for 84 missing

Rescuers are being hampered by the smoky, charred condition of a ferry drifting in Philippine waters after a fire onboard that left 84 people missing