101.  Philippine officials have said they would agree to that only if management authority over the structures is ceded to Manila.

102.  Philippine officials said it was an accident.

103.  Philippine officials said Japan and South Korea and other economic powers would be invited to invest in the Mekong project.

104.  Philippine officials said Misuari will be returned next month for trial.

105.  Philippine officials said Monday they will not replace the chief negotiator trying to gain release of a U.S. hostage despite threats by Muslim rebels to boycott the talks.

106.  Philippine officials said the air services agreement will establish direct air links between the countries while the investment accord committed both to increase bilateral trade.

107.  Philippine officials said Thursday they have asked a court to extradite a businessman to the United States, where he is accused of making illegal campaign contributions.

108.  Philippine officials say the authority to increase wages has long been delegated to regional wage boards composed of labor department officials, labor and private sector representatives.

109.  Philippine officials say the military is targeting the kidnappers, including those from the MILF, and not the rebel group itself.

110.  Philippine officials say the platforms could be for military use, but the Chinese say they are only shelters for Chinese fishermen.