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Rima Das, Shan Zuolong, Shim Eun-kyung Named to Busan’s New Currents Jury

Rima Das, Shan Zuolong, Shim Eun-kyung Named to Busan’s New Currents Jury

The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has confirmed Indian director Rima Das, Chinese producer Shan Zuolong and Korean actor Shim Eun-kyung as the three jurors for its New Currents Award, a prize that has served as a launchpad for emerging Asian directors. Debut feature films screening in BIFF’s Competition or Vision sections are eligible […]

Philippines Strengthens Climate Reporting and Action with UN Collaboration

Philippines Strengthens Climate Reporting and Action with UN Collaboration

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) in the Philippines has partnered with experts from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) for a five-day assessment of the country’s first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR1). This evaluation aims to identify opportunities to enhance national climate reporting and integrate climate data more effectively into policies, programs, and investments. The BTR is a comprehensive document detailing the Philippines' progress in addressing climate change, including greenhouse gas emissions, mitigation efforts, adaptation strategies, and support mechanisms under the Paris Agreement’s Enhanced Transparency Framework. The review process involves detailed discussions, Q&A sessions, and consultations between the UNFCCC expert review team and various Philippine government agencies involved in climate reporting and action. This initiative is designed to strengthen coordination among government institutions to produce consistent, reliable, and useful climate inf...

‘La Gradiva’ Debuts Trailer: Cannes’ Critics Winner Is a Poignant French Coming-of-Age Tale

‘La Gradiva’ Debuts Trailer: Cannes’ Critics Winner Is a Poignant French Coming-of-Age Tale

One of the highlights of this year’s festival circuit, “La Gradiva” has debuted its trailer ahead of its Dec. 18 release in the U.S. which will be handled by 1.2 Special. It was one of the five films shortlisted by the French Oscar committee to represent the country in the international feature race. “The Gradiva,” […]

Japan Pitch Heads to Busan Film Festival With Four Co-Production Projects (EXCLUSIVE)

Japan Pitch Heads to Busan Film Festival With Four Co-Production Projects (EXCLUSIVE)

Atmovie Inc. will stage Japan Pitch at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, giving four filmmakers from its Atmovie Global Track accelerator a platform to pitch original feature projects to international buyers and producers. Atmovie Global Track, backed by the Japan Creator Support Fund through the Japan Arts Council, was set up to help Japanese […]

Taiwan Creative Content Fest Adds Spotlight Screenings to Court International Buyers

Taiwan Creative Content Fest Adds Spotlight Screenings to Court International Buyers

The 2026 Taiwan Creative Content Fest (TCCF) will introduce Spotlight Screenings for the first time this November, giving international buyers an early look at two high-profile Taiwanese titles ahead of business meetings at TCCF Market. TCCF Market, the transactional hub of the festival, will bring together 107 exhibitors from seven countries this year – Taiwan, […]

‘Iron Boy,’ ‘Tangles’ and ‘The Violinist’ Among Animation Is Film’s 2026 Festival Line-Up

‘Iron Boy,’ ‘Tangles’ and ‘The Violinist’ Among Animation Is Film’s 2026 Festival Line-Up

Leah Nelson’s “Tangles,” Louis Clichy’s “Iron Boy” and Ervin Han and Raúl García’s “The Violinist” are among the titles set to screen during Animation Is Film’s ninth edition. The festival will take place October 16 through 19, with the main programming taking place at TCL Chinese 6 Theaters in Hollywood. For the first time in […]

Canada says Philippines, ASEAN trade talks 90% complete, eyes November finish

Canada says Philippines, ASEAN trade talks 90% complete, eyes November finish

MANILA, Sept 22 (Reuters) - Canada's trade minister said on Tuesday that negotiations on separate free trade agreements with the Philippines and ASEAN are more than 90% complete, with Ottawa pushing to have both deals ready by the time Prime Minister Mark Carney visits Manila in November.

Philippines Advocates for Easier Local Access to International Climate Funds

Philippines Advocates for Easier Local Access to International Climate Funds

The Philippines is actively advocating for international climate financing to be more readily accessible to local governments and communities. These local entities are often at the forefront of implementing adaptation projects and directly confronting climate risks. Robert E.A. Borje, Climate Change Commission Vice Chairperson and Executive Director, raised this critical issue during the 30th meeting of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Adaptation Committee in Baku, Azerbaijan. The committee was discussing potential themes for its 2027 work on adaptation finance. Borje, representing developing countries on the Adaptation Committee, emphasized that the challenge is not merely the availability of financing but whether communities can effectively access and utilize these funds where they are most needed. The Philippine government is working to implement and localize its National Adaptation Plan, which includes assisting local governments in developing climate-resilient projects and sec...

European Union strikes a new free trade deal with the Philippines

European Union strikes a new free trade deal with the Philippines

The European Union and the Philippines have announced a new free trade deal

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New Sarasota restaurant draws big opening-weekend crowd | Exclusive

New Sarasota restaurant draws big opening-weekend crowd | Exclusive

New Filipino restaurant draws a large crowd during its opening weekend in downtown Sarasota.

Compassion International Seeks Disaster Resilience Lead in the Philippines

Compassion International Seeks Disaster Resilience Lead in the Philippines

Compassion International, Inc. in the Philippines is actively seeking a Disaster Resilience Specialist. This role is crucial for leading disaster risk reduction and climate resilience initiatives within the country. The specialist will work in collaboration with local churches and government agencies to strengthen preparedness, response, and recovery efforts across areas affected by various disasters. The position requires a strong background in disaster risk reduction (DRR), emergency management, and capacity building, along with a willingness to travel and maintain a field presence. This recruitment highlights an ongoing commitment to enhancing the Philippines' ability to withstand and recover from climate-related challenges.

‘Angh’ Review: Toronto’s Platform Award Winner Is a Lush Lament for an Indian Tribe in the 1960s

‘Angh’ Review: Toronto’s Platform Award Winner Is a Lush Lament for an Indian Tribe in the 1960s

Expanding on his 2021 short film, Theja Rio’s debut feature “Angh” forces its way into the hidden crevices between indigenous identity and colonial modernity. This tension unfolds with riveting restraint in a story set in 1960s Nagaland — the eastern Indian state on the Burmese border — following the principled chief of a waning tribe, […]