Teves calls for ASEAN Summit delay, cites P17B potential savings
Former Finance Secretary Gary Teves has proposed postponing the Philippines’ hosting of this year’s ASEAN Summit, saying the move could free up billions in…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
Daily TribuneFormer Finance Secretary Gary Teves has proposed postponing the Philippines’ hosting of this year’s ASEAN Summit, saying the move could free up billions in…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
The Philippines must treat standards as a core part of its economic strategy if it wants to achieve upper middle-income status, according to a new report by…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
Through its E-Commerce Bureau, the DTI is working with various public and private sector partners to roll out programs that support digital adoption,…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
The Philippines’ tourism sector could grow faster and more inclusively if long-standing infrastructure gaps are addressed, according to an analysis by the…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
‘The opportunity now is to turn ASEAN Digital Economy Framework Agreement commitments into interoperable rules, strengthen digital infrastructure, and align…
Mico Virata · · 1 min read
Noting that major global events have been re-scheduled in the past, like the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, deferring the ASEAN Summit would save the country P17.5…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
The Philippines’ tourism sector could grow faster and more inclusively if long-standing infrastructure gaps are addressed, according to an analysis by the…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
The Philippines must treat standards as a core part of its economic strategy if it wants to achieve upper middle-income status, according to a new report by…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
The government is stepping up efforts to bring more small businesses into the digital economy, with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) strengthening…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read
Small businesses in the Asia-Pacific are gaining access to a digital platform designed to help them meet sustainability standards and unlock financing…
Mico Virata · · 2 min read