PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | May 28, 2026 MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Thursday formalized the elevation of their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the highest tier in the Philippines diplomatic framework and a reflection of exceptional level of trust between the two nations. The status upgrade was announced following a bilateral meeting… Read More PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

GCash accepts government-issued foreign IDs to simplify app verification for OFWs in the Middle East

Kababayans in the Middle East can now access essential financial services faster with fewer steps until July 11, 2026 TO expedite access to essential digital financial services for Filipinos abroad, GCash now supports the use of foreign-issued IDs: Emirates ID (UAE), Iqama ID (Saudi Arabia), Kuwait Civil ID, and Qatar Residency Permit for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the Middle… Read More GCash accepts government-issued foreign IDs to simplify app verification for OFWs in the Middle East

PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

By Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos | May 28, 2026 MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Thursday formalized the elevation of their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, the highest tier in the Philippines diplomatic framework and a reflection of exceptional level of trust between the two nations. The status upgrade was announced following a bilateral meeting… Read More PH, Japan elevate ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership