The Philippines is seeking loans from Beijing for infrastructure projects and Marcos has called China the country’s strongest partner in pandemic recovery.
A powerful stream of densely moist air flowing off the Pacific Ocean is forecast to bring 3 to 6 inches of rain to a wide area from Eureka to San Francisco January 4 into January 5.
The country has been devastated by a seven-year conflict that spurred a humanitarian catastrophe. The project will provide an opportunity for improvement, the official said.
At least 12 of the 13 Protection and Indemnity (P&I) clubs — which cover 90% of the world’s ocean-going ships, including those from the U.K. and the U.S. — said they would no longer be able to provide coverage.