Blog Posts on foreign relations

The Wonderful World of Gaijin Tarento by Istoryadista on Nov 15, 2011The Japanese seem to have this fascination to something foreign. In the first place, they have been influenced from the outside that forced them to open up after centuries of Shogunate rule. As an island nation, the country has isolated itself for h...

Philippines, China talk trade despite tensions by PNoy Talks on Aug 28, 2011Philippine President Benigno Aquino travels to China this week on a mission to secure billions of dollars in trade deals, with both sides looking to rebuild goodwill amid a bruising territorial row.Aquino's five-day visit starting Tuesday is held aga...

Russian Chicks in the City by Istoryadista on Aug 22, 2011It was an insanely rainy day yesterday and there was a power outtage at home so there is nothing much to do. So we decided to go to the mall to chill and relax because Sunday should be a day to rest and not think about the worries in life. Unf...

Cultural Roulette: Cebu's Changing Cultural Landscape by Istoryadista on Aug 10, 2011In recent years, the cultural landscape of Cebu City has changed due to its growing population coupled with the influx of local and foreign tourists. The number of expats in the city has increased tremendously that it is now easy to spot a Korean fro...

North vs South in Film: War Between Two Koreas by Istoryadista on Jul 2, 2011Just had a Korean-style movie marathon and I decided to watch three highly-acclaimed war movies to satisfy my interest in the Korean War as portrayed by the Koreans themselves. It's quite an intriguing genre to watch considering the controversial rel...

What is Oil? Honestly, I cannot think of a good title for this... by Juan Republic on Mar 21, 2011What is Oil? Honestly, I cannot think of a good title for this post. I have been sitting here inside a computer rental shop for about half an hour. You have read that right. I am currently away from the comfort of my beloved headquarters and tried an...

Mai Mislang sucks (and so is this administration) by Papi for President on Nov 3, 2010Mai Mislang, Assistant Secretary for Communications (Noynoy’s speechwriter), made sure she has a spot in the Top 10 things you should not do with social media when she tweeted the following: The wine sucks Sorry pero walang pogi dito #vietnam.

Romulo compels Aquino to defend Arroyo’s privileged envoys by ellen tordesillas on Jul 6, 2010Anytime this week, the Union of Foreign Service Officers, will bring to court the issue of the extension of the service of political ambassadors appointed by Gloria Arroyo. It would be the first suit against officials of the Aquino administration. Me...

Archangel’s letter to H.E. Ban Ki-moon by Girbaudz's Universe on Oct 31, 2009Archangel wrote the below communiqué to u.n. as part of the agenda for the HMES 2010: October 31, 2009 HIS EXCELLENCY BAN KI-MOON Secretary General United Nations Dear Mr. Secretary General: Greetings! Every 5th of June since 1972 is commemorated by...

They’re Killing Americans in Jolo now by Girbaudz's Universe on Sep 29, 2009There is a wave of bombings in Sulu Province. And now, it’s Iraq, Afghanistan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos all over. American troops are the target. And this only happened now. This time the culprits employed a high explosive. And the method of del...