
ADB targets energy security with $70B
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled a $70-billion initiative to strengthen cross-border power grids and digital infrastructure across Asia and the…
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled a $70-billion initiative to strengthen cross-border power grids and digital infrastructure across Asia and the…
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The Philippines has rolled out some of the most extensive policy responses in the Asia-Pacific to cushion the impact of rising oil prices and supply…
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In the rarefied world of conglomerates, where family names carry centuries of legacy and balance sheets rival small nations, a seismic transaction just…
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LG Electronics posted record first-quarter revenue of KRW 23.73 trillion in 2026, up 4.3 percent year-on-year, as strong demand for home appliances and vehicle…
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BANGKOK (AFP) — Thailand lowered its economic growth and tourist arrival forecasts Tuesday, citing the impact of the Middle East war on energy prices and…
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Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go said the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) is gaining traction as the government intensifies efforts to attract investments and…
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‘We are carrying over strong momentum, building on the actions we took in 2025 to strengthen our balance sheet and lay the foundation for sustainable growth.’
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Now we’re bottom dwellers. Vietnam had the fastest economic growth rate last year at 8 percent.
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GENERAL SANTOS CITY — The economy of SOCCSKSARGEN grew 4.8 percent in 2025, outpacing the national average of 4.4 percent despite a tougher domestic…
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BAGUIO CITY — The Cordillera region’s agriculture sector grew by 4.3 percent in 2025 despite volatile weather, rising production costs and market…
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Half of the Gulf countries are expecting a contraction this year.
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Economic growth across Asia and the Pacific is projected to slow further in 2026 amid global uncertainties, although a transition to renewable energy could…
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Consumer confidence was pessimistic even before the escalation of the Middle East conflict, with Filipinos staying wary amid lingering concerns over government…
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The ADB’s latest annual report showed the country as the second-largest beneficiary among developing member economies, next only to India. The bulk of the…
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The detainment of former Congressman Zaldy Co in the Czech Republic brings back the ghost flood control projects scandal into focus.
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Business and consumer confidence plunged following the escalation of the Middle East crisis, reflecting renewed pessimism amid domestic and global economic…
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Generally, Filipino economists and geopolitical experts welcomed Pax Silica, with one analyst broadly describing the initiative as ‘geo-economics.’
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Economic growth across Asia and the Pacific is projected to slow further in 2026 amid global uncertainties, although a transition to renewable energy could…
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