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Here are some recent nation news from the Philippines:

Breaking News

• The Philippine government has approved the deployment of 1,000 Filipino troops to the Middle East to join the international coalition against terrorism, according to Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana. (Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer)
• The Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed charges against 12 Chinese nationals accused of illegal gambling operations in the country. (Source: Manila Bulletin)
• The Philippine National Police (PNP) has launched an investigation into the death of a 17-year-old student who was allegedly killed by a police officer in a shootout in Laguna province. (Source: GMA News)

Top Stories

• The Philippine economy grew by 6.4% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by strong domestic demand and a rebound in exports, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). (Source: BusinessWorld)
• The Department of Education (DepEd) has announced that it will implement a new curriculum for senior high school students starting next school year, which will focus on skills training and entrepreneurship. (Source: Philippine Star)
• The Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has approved the listing of the initial public offering (IPO) of Ayala Land Inc., the country's largest real estate developer, which is expected to raise up to P100 billion. (Source: The Philippine Daily Inquirer)

International News

• The United States has imposed sanctions on several Chinese officials and entities over their alleged involvement in human rights abuses in Xinjiang, China. (Source: CNN)
• The European Union has agreed to impose sanctions on Russia over its alleged involvement in the poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny. (Source: BBC News)
• The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.4 billion loan to the Philippines to support the country's economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: The Philippine Daily Inquirer)

Sports News

• The Philippine Azkals have qualified for the 2023 Asian Cup after defeating Tajikistan 2-1 in a playoff match. (Source: GMA News)
• The Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) has announced that it will hold its 45th season starting next month, with 12 teams participating. (Source: Philippine Star)
• The Philippine Football Federation (PFF) has announced that it will host the 2023 Southeast Asian Games football tournament, which will feature teams from 11 countries. (Source: The Philippine Daily Inquirer)