Philippine Immigration Bureau plans upgrade for E-Gates at international airports

Here are the latest news highlights from the Philippines, covering the planned E-gate upgrade, updates on the Mindanao landslide, and the impact of El Niño on Luzon and Visayas, among other topics.

Immigration Counter at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Credit: MIAA Media Affairs

Key Points

• The Bureau of Immigration is planning to upgrade the Electronic Gate system at international airports in the Philippines.
• President Bongbong Marcos conducted an aerial inspection of areas affected by the landslide in the Davao Region.
• El Niño is significantly affecting dams and crops in Luzon and Visayas.
• China expresses its willingness to assist the Philippines regarding hacking incidents on government websites.
• The Philippine National Police issues a warning about the rising cases of "Love Scam."