AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWest Philippine Sea: The DFA summoned Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan over his warning that China could “easily win” a confrontation. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the remark reflects Beijing’s position; President Marcos says Manila will pursue diplomacy. Overseas Filipinos: The first group of workers evacuated from Riyadh has arrived home as seven Filipinos were reported wounded in attacks in Saudi Arabia. Weather & Water: Super Typhoon Champi is expected to enter the Philippine area of responsibility, but its track is shifting away from land and it currently poses no direct threat. Water providers are preparing for a strong El Niño that could persist into 2027. Livelihoods: The government has distributed P553.89 million to more than 53,800 sugarcane farmers and workers affected by an insect infestation in Negros. Economy & Accountability: The peso hit a record low of P63.09 to the dollar, while the country posted a $3.1-billion balance-of-payments deficit in September. The Sandiganbayan suspended Sen. Rodante Marcoleta for 90 days over a plunder case. Sports: Alex Eala ended her losing streak with a straight-sets win in Ningbo, while swimmer Ernie Gawilan won the Philippines’ first gold at the Asian Para Games.
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