‘No plate, no travel’ policy will be back soon – LTO

Manila, Philippines --- The Land Transportation Office (LTO) said it will soon re-implement its “no plate, no travel” policy as it reminded automobile dealers to claim the new standard motor vehicle and motorcycle plates that are gathering dust in regional offices nationwide. LTO spokesperson Jason Salvador said there are at least 9,000 motor vehicles plates and 50,000 motorcycle plates that ... More here: ‘No plate, no travel’ policy will be back soon – LTO

Aquino calls PH ‘bastion of good governance’

Manila, Philippines --- "A bastion of good governance” is what the Philippines has become following the crucial reforms initiated by President Aquino to clean up the bureaucracy and promote fiscal growth. The President gave such description of the country as he cited the administration’s goals for inclusive growth and good governance as the “new normal.” “For the longest time, the Philippines ... More here: Aquino calls PH ‘bastion of good governance’

Aquino invites WEF delegates to visit tourism sites

President Benigno S. Aquino III has invited the hundreds of participants of the World Economic Forum on East Asia (WEF) to see themselves why it is more fun in the Philippines. The economic forum, attended by industry giants and global political and civil society leaders, tackled plans and challenges to growth and development in East Asia. “Over the course of your visit, I am hopeful that you ... More here: Aquino invites WEF delegates to visit tourism sites

How Thai coup could help PH medical tourism

BANGKOK - Thailand is in danger of losing its crown as the world's top destination for medical tourism if foreigners looking for low-cost, quality healthcare are scared off by political unrest, especially at a time of growing competition from Asian rivals including the Philippines. More here: How Thai coup could help PH medical tourism

Coup crisis could cost Thailand its medical tourism crown

* Coup has prompted new travel warnings from some governments * Medical tourists are shifting to South Korea, Philippines * Competition also heats up from neighbours Malaysia, Singapore * But Thailand is still attractive for costs, quality By Khettiya Jittapong BANGKOK, May 23 (Reuters) - Thailand is in danger of losing its crown as the world's top destination for medical tourism if foreigners ... More here: Coup crisis could cost Thailand its medical tourism crown

Philippines hopes for early return of democracy in Thailand

DFA spokesman Charles Jose: Concern for Thailand. AP FILE PHOTO MANILA, Philippines--The Philippines on Thursday expressed hopes for the return of democracy and normalcy in Thailand where the ... More here: Philippines hopes for early return of democracy in Thailand

BBC World focus on Philippines ongoing

“BBC World News felt it was important to focus on the Philippines six months after Supertyphoon ‘Yolanda,’” revealed writer-TV host Rajan Datar via a recent e-mail interview. More here: BBC World focus on Philippines ongoing