DOJ files P5.7-B tax evasion case vs. 5 illicit cigarette traders

THE DEPARTMENT of Justice (DOJ) said Tuesday it has filed a PHP5.7 billion tax evasion case against five Chinese nationals implicated in the trade of illicit cigarettes in various locations in Valenzuela and Bulacan.

Marcos rejects use of water cannons to retaliate vs. Chinese vessels

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. on Monday said the Philippines will not use water cannons to retaliate against China’s continued harassment in the disputed areas of the West Philippine Sea.

PCG keeps watch on grounded Chinese ship off E. Samar

 A CHINESE-flagged bulk carrier transporting nickel ore ran aground off the waters of Guiuan, Eastern Samar, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported Thursday.