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Philippines modernizes military amid escalating South China Sea crisis
The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious Re-Horizon 3 military modernization initiative amidst the escalating territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Despite financial constraints,
QR code phishing attacks (Quishing): What to know and how to stay secure
By Josh Cigna, a solutions architect at Yubico If you immediately think of email when you think of phishing, you’re not alone. However, a new form
What to Expect From Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) Exhibition
The Asia Pacific Maritime (APM) Exhibition, one of the premier events in the maritime industry, is set to unfold its
Filipinos oppose foreign ownership of vital industries
Currently, politicians and their allies are trying to amend the Philippine constitution to allow 100 percent foreign ownership of and
Disruptions in key shipping routes signal unprecedented challenges for global trade
According to The UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)’s new report, attacks on Red Sea shipping have severely affected
Global gas demand set for stronger growth in 2024, says new report
Growth in global gas demand is set to pick up this year due to colder winter temperatures and easing prices,
DP World invests US$50 million in Busan New Port
DP World announced a US$50 million (approximately ₩66 billion) investment to develop a new logistics center in Busan New Port, strengthening the port’s position as
PSA expands Jurong Island Terminal to enhance sustainable supply chain offerings
PSA Singapore (PSA) has announced a strategic expansion of its Jurong Island Terminal (JIT) to meet growing demand for sustainable, efficient and resilient supply chain
Australia bans Liberian bulk carrier from ports
The Australian Maritime Safety Authority has issued a refusal of access Direction to the Liberian-flagged bulk carrier KMAX Leader, effective 15 February 2024, banning the
U.S. announces US$3 billions in funding for Clean Ports Program
EPA announced the notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for the Clean Ports Program on February 29. Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the U.S.
Weakening justice systems leave corruption unchecked in most countries, finds survey
The 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released January 30 by Transparency International shows that most countries have made little to no progress in tackling public
Singapore Continues to Lead Asia in Fighting Corruption Cases
In the 10th edition of the Global Legal Insights to Bribery & Corruption (2023) published by Global Legal Group, Allen & Gledhill partners Lee Bik
Transparency International reveals neglect of anti-corruption efforts in Asia Pacific
The 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released January 31 by Transparency International shows that leaders have ignored anti-corruption efforts, with levels of corruption stagnating across
Scant progress against corruption as world becomes more violent, says Transparency International
The 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released January 31 by Transparency International shows that most of the world continues to fail to fight corruption: 95
Novel technology set to radically improve global trade, finds new report
The societal, political, commercial and environmental requirements of future trade demand transformative technology solutions. Novel technologies are being deployed for supply chain management, logistics infrastructure
TT Club warns of dangers of shadow supply chain
Surprisingly, this shadow supply chain uses all of the same components as the legitimate one, from route planning to warehousing, with stolen goods marketed and
ITIC warns offshore sector of financial risks related to incorrect equipment
International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) – a mutual insurer that provides professional indemnity (PI) cover for transport intermediaries operating in the marine, offshore, renewable and
Transnational organized crime a key global security threat, warns INTERPOL
Algeria arrests eight Filipino seafarers for alleged cocaine trafficking
UN warns of converging crises as illicit drug markets continue to expand
Freight industry must resist tidal wave of drug smuggling, says insurer
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Logistics execs wary of over-reliance on China, recession
According to the 2024 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, global logistics executives, still worried about recession, say they are battling
Defend free press in Philippines, activists tell UN
The freedom of expression is under attack in the Philippines and the United Nations is looking into it. In late January,