
Oil crisis, another Covid test
The private sector has stepped in, but it cannot substitute for coherent policy from the government.
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The private sector has stepped in, but it cannot substitute for coherent policy from the government.
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At any rate, it now seems the emergency declaration somewhat preempted or blunted criticisms of this administration’s credibility and competence.
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The global oil crisis is no longer a distant economic forecast; it is now at the doorstep of every Filipino athlete.
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For some families, however, traditions remain unchanged despite the financial strain. One parent said their family will continue their annual ‘Visita Iglesia,’…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Saturday assured the public that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPC) remain stable despite…
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Small businesses in Sablayan, Mindoro are gaining direct access to low-cost financing as the government brings its loan programs closer to entrepreneurs…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) reported that the country’s exports reached a record level in the first two months of 2026, the highest since 1991.
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The Philippine peso sank to a new record low of P60.55 per US dollar on Friday afternoon as the crisis in the Middle East continued to weigh on the currency…
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The World Bank Group announced on Thursday (Friday, 27 March, Philippine time) that it will provide financial assistance to member countries — including the…
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This action follows nationwide protests since mid-March, as drivers face diesel prices nearing P120/liter and gasoline over P100, eroding profits despite…
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The strongest measure taken by the government thus far — the suspension of the excise tax on fuel — will have little effect in easing Filipinos’ suffering,…
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The Department of Trade and Industry reported that Philippine exports reached $14.47 billion in the first two months of 2026, the highest level for the period…
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Sara Duterte warned that Filipino households should brace for worsening economic and climate-related conditions throughout 2026, saying the country is entering…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Thursday assured the public that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities have remained stable, with no…
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Thursday assured the public that prices of basic necessities and prime commodities have remained stable, with no…
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Ferry operators have committed not to increase fares this Holy Week amid the huge spikes in fuel price caused by the war in the Middle East, President…
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Philippine-headquartered Asian Development Bank (ADB) is extending financial support to assist developing member countries as the Middle East conflict…
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TABUK CITY, Kalinga — Corn and rice farmers in Kalinga now have expanded legal protections against unfair market practices following the enactment of the…
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