manila

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Tensions between Manila and Beijing have escalated sharply in recent years.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai and Taipei all rose at least one percent, while Singapore and Manila were also well up, though Sydney slipped.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Arnedo said he booked a round trip to Manila this summer for about 2,000 Canadian dollars, or the equivalent of roughly $1,438, in late January.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Hundreds of transport workers in the Philippines' capital Manila have gone on strike over rising fuel costs.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He also felt that crime and corruption was rising in Manila and even in Baguio, and although he enjoyed living there, he was uncertain about gaining, or even wanting, asylum.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady