In his first-ever speech before the United Nations General Assembly, President Rodrigo Duterte reiterated on Wednesday the Philippines’ willingness to accept refugees, including the Rohingyas from Myanmar. READ: https://globalnation.inquirer.net/191086/duterte-philippines-open-to-refugees | INQUIRER.net

Philippine personnel stationed on Pag-asa (Thitu) Island in the South China Sea were seen on Tuesday (December 21, 2021) evaluating the aftermath of Typhoon Rai, the strongest to hit the archipelago this year. Video by PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD via REUTERS | INQUIRER.net

The Philippines appealed to China on Friday to stop its harassment in the West Philippine Sea as it is undermining the peace and stability in the region. READ: https://globalnation.inquirer.net/211148/ph-to-china-stop-harassment-in-west-philippine-sea | INQUIRER.net