Middle East Updates

Developments in the Mideast war and its impact on Asia-Pacific

PH among top 50 economies at risk of food price surge

The Philippines ranks among the 50 countries most vulnerable to a surge in food prices…

Iran: US must accept peace plan or face ‘failure’

Iran’s chief negotiator said on Tuesday that Washington must accept Tehran’s latest peace plan or…

Electrifying mobility that’s proudly Pinoy

Although fuel prices have started descending from their dizzying heights a few weeks ago, Filipinos…

US: Mideast truce on ‘life support’

US President Donald Trump warned the ceasefire in the Middle East war was on “life…

PH fuel prices still easing amid uncertainty

Diesel and kerosene prices this week have dropped further while gasoline only had a slight…

Trump calls Iran terms ‘unacceptable’

Washington, USA—US President Donald Trump on Sunday branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East…

Fuel disruptions spark higher costs in Bangladesh

DHAKA, Bangladesh—Tariqul Islam lost his savings after setbacks in his clothing business about a year…

New diesel price cut expected next week

The prices of diesel in Metro Manila could drop to P70 to P90 per liter…

Asia faces ‘Super El Niño’ still reeling from Mideast conflict

Bangkok, THAILAND—Already reeling from the effects of conflict in the Middle East, Asia is now…

No service cuts for unpaid power bills until July–ERC

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has ordered power distribution utilities, including Manila Electric Co. (Meralco),…