The Philippines attracted 47,715 foreign tourists and balikbayans in February 2022 alone, reflecting the international traveler's eagerness to visit Filipino destinations even after almost two years of closure.
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport is ready to double its passenger arrival cap now that the National Capital Region and several other regions are under Alert Level 1, Transportation Secretary Arthur Tugade said Thursday.
Covid-19 vaccination cards are no longer required in entering malls in Alert Level 1 areas, an official of the Department of the Interior and Local Government said.
The Philippine Army said the US-donated "improved target acquisition system" has given it a capability similar to those being provided by anti-tank guided missile systems.
The Philippine and Australian governments, citing "mature" ties, have reaffirmed their commitment to elevate their relations to a strategic partnership.
The Department of Agrarian Reform in Bicol will turn over a PHP3.7-million communal irrigation system that is seen to boost rice productivity to a farmer-irrigators' association in Camarines Norte anytime this month.
Bacolod City Mayor Evelio Leonardia has reminded residents to continue wearing face masks even under Alert Level 1 as part of the minimum public health standards against the Covid-19.