Philippines logs Asia’s longest consumer spending slump
Discover why the Philippines faces Asia-Pacific's longest consumer spending slump, with 11 consecutive quarters of contraction driven by inflation and labor…
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Palace signs deal with LANDBANK, Visa for digital procurement
The Office of the President, LANDBANK and Visa have signed an agreement to expand the use of government purchase cards, as the government moves to digitize…
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Filipino visa applications jump 20% as travel demand surges
Visa applications from Filipino travelers rose 20 percent in the first eight months of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to VFS Global.…
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A bullet in the heart
Adding insult to injury, the cut-off date for the Philippines’ unskilled workers category had made an unexpected jump backward from 1 August 2022 to 1 June…
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Surprising the tongue at Makati’s Metiz
Makati’s Metiz blends traditional Filipino flavors with contemporary techniques in a Visa Infinite culinary experience centered on discovery, elevation,…
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Visa takes bigger SM office
Visa is expanding its office footprint at SM Mall of Asia Complex by 125 percent, relocating to a larger 9,000-square-meter facility at Four E-com Center.
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Visa takes larger SM office for Philippine growth
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UK brings visa services closer
VFS Global has expanded UK visa application services in the Philippines with premium centers in Metro Manila, Davao and Cagayan de Oro, plus a mobile facility…
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LandBank, Visa roll out GPC
LandBank and Visa have launched a Government Purchase Card to digitize procurement payments, enhancing transparency, financial oversight, and efficiency while…
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Digital Nomad Visa
What the DNV does is provide a legal framework that regulates an existing practice through clear rules, reciprocal treatment and proper government oversight.
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One Japan visa, countless destinations
A valid Japan visa can open doors beyond Japan. Discover six countries that offer visa-free entry, simplified requirements, or easier access for travelers…
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A gold ticket to destinations with just a Japan Visa
Discover how a Japan visa can be your golden ticket to more destinations. Learn which countries—like South Korea, Georgia, Montenegro, Armenia, Panama, and…
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Japan’s visa fee rise favors local travel
Japan’s planned increase in tourist visa fees—raising costs by up to five times starting 1 July—may prompt more Filipinos to focus on domestic travel,…
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Tourism group sees opportunity in Japan visa fee hike
Japan’s fivefold visa fee hike is seen as a chance to boost Philippine domestic tourism, with industry leaders and the Department of Tourism’s ‘Discover More…
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UnionBank tops Visa card spending in 2025
Union Bank of the Philippines (UnionBank) has been recognized as the top issuer in Visa credit card payment volume in the Philippines in 2025, highlighting the…
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UnionBank tops Visa credit payment volume in Philippines for 2025
UnionBank has emerged as the top bank for Visa credit payment volume in the Philippines in 2025, driven by Filipinos’ growing use of digital payments for…
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BDO travel fair offers on-site visa processing services
Travelers can process visa applications on-site through VFS Global and W Express during The Great BDO Travel Sale at SMX Aura from June 5 to 7, offering a…
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