ASEAN action on MidEast crisis must be timely, practical
MACTAN, Cebu — Trade Secretary Cristina Roque has urged economic ministers to take a timely and practical approach in the Middle East crisis, which has been…
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MACTAN, Cebu — Trade Secretary Cristina Roque has urged economic ministers to take a timely and practical approach in the Middle East crisis, which has been…
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MACTAN, Cebu — As the Middle East war continues, and tariff woes remain, investors in the ASEAN region are more cautious, Philippine Trade and Industry…
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The ruling is significant because it draws the line between moral expectation and criminal culpability.
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Philippine economic growth slowed further at the start of 2026, extending last year’s second-half slump as the Marcos Jr. administration continues to grapple…
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Vice President Sara Duterte said corruption and weak competitiveness continue to undermine investor confidence in the Philippines.
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CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — Authorities arrested three suspects and seized an estimated 15.6 million pesos worth of heavy equipment during a raid on an illegal…
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ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors recognized financial health as a regional priority and agreed to develop a regional financial health…
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For decades, the country has pinned its hopes on foreign investments and open markets to drive development. Record inflows of over $100 billion last year were…
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The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), in partnership with STI College, has officially launched its Artificial Intelligence…
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The inflation rate in the Philippines accelerated to 7.2 percent in April 2026, its fastest pace in three years, driven by the Middle East petroleum crisis…
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The 7.2% April headline inflation print reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) may prompt the central bank to preemptively raise interest rates…
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A sharp decline in aquaculture dragged down the Philippines’ fisheries sector in the first quarter of 2026, overshadowing gains in commercial fishing and…
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Senator Christopher “Bong” Go urged faster rollout of government aid to cushion the impact of rising fuel and commodity prices, warning that funding should not…
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MACTAN, Cebu — The most pressing issues, including regional security, energy and food concerns, the safety of ASEAN nationals, and economic cooperation, are…
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The Land Transportation Office (LTO) received more complaints than any other government department in March, according to data released Tuesday by the Anti-Red…
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The Marcos administration’s handling of the global energy shock — now colliding with the looming impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte —could leave…
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The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has strengthened its support for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) with the inauguration of a new…
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Cebu’s beautiful beaches, vibrant festivals, and rich cultural history show we’re ready for business partnerships that can bring long-term economic benefits…
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