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DOT targets Korea rebound as US leads

The Department of Tourism (DOT) is moving to revive arrivals from South Korea after the country’s longtime top source market slipped this year, even as overall foreign visitor numbers continued to grow and the United States emerged as the Philippines’ largest inbound tourism market.

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Agriculture

DA orders structural check of GenSan fish port complex

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has mandated a comprehensive structural assessment of the General Santos fish port complex, one of the country’s most important fisheries facilities. This follows a strong earthquake that led to the temporary closure of several areas.

Rice husk helps dress a smarter future 

Rice husks have long been treated as agriculture's equivalent...

DA orders destruction of abandoned imported onion

A massive shipment of imported onions left abandoned at the Manila International Container Port (MICP) is now set for disposal after laboratory tests confirmed the cargo poses health risks, intensifying government action against deteriorating perishable imports clogging port facilities.

ASF in Nueva Vizcaya confirmednisolated and under control

The Department of Agriculture (DA) through the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has clarified that African swine fever (ASF) cases detected in Nueva Vizcaya this year are isolated incidents and do not constitute a widespread outbreak.

Corporate

Razon-led firms mount quake relief drive in Mindanao

Companies and foundations linked to tycoon Enrique K. Razon Jr. have launched a coordinated humanitarian response following  the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck southern Mindanao on June 8, mobilizing logistics, utilities, and community resources to support relief operations in General Santos City and Sarangani.

SEC unveils draft rules for market making to boost capital market liquidity

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is developing a formal regulatory framework for market making in listed securities, aiming to revive market activity and bring local practices in line with global standards. It has released the Draft SEC Rules on Market Making for public feedback until July 7.

One Meralco Foundation, Urbanize team up for Balik Eskwela 2026, distributing 5,000 school kits

One Meralco Foundation (OMF), the corporate social responsibility arm...

PLDT eyes P24.2B from IPO of VITRO REIT 

PLDT Inc. is moving to unlock value from its...

Banking & Insurance

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Corporate Bulletins

George Yang’s golden legacy earns APAC honor

What began with a single hamburger restaurant in Manila more than four decades ago has grown into one of the Philippines’ biggest consumer success stories—and earned its architect one of the region’s highest honors in marketing and business leadership.

Security Bank forum guides businesses on energy efficiency, incentives and sustainable investments

Security Bank recently held Sustainability Talks 2026: Energy Savings and Tax Incentives for a Greener Tomorrow, a forum for commercial clients to address rising energy costs and changing regulations. The event gathered regulators, industry experts and business leaders to discuss strategies for better energy management, cost reduction and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA).

Maya joins THINKaMuna Pilipinas Council to boost fight vs financial scams, digital literacy

Digital financial service provider Maya has become part of the THINKaMuna Pilipinas Council, joining efforts to combat financial scams and improve digital knowledge among Filipinos.

DENR cited as Top 3 Most Improved Agency by ARTA

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has been named among the Top 3 Most Improved Government Agencies by the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA). The recognition was given during the Ease of Doing Business Month culminating activity, honoring agencies that delivered faster, more efficient and citizen-centered services from 2024 to 2025.

Social Responsibility & Sustainability

Razon-led firms mount quake relief drive in Mindanao

Companies and foundations linked to tycoon Enrique K. Razon Jr. have launched a coordinated humanitarian response following  the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck southern Mindanao on June 8, mobilizing logistics, utilities, and community resources to support relief operations in General Santos City and Sarangani.

One Meralco Foundation, Urbanize team up for Balik Eskwela 2026, distributing 5,000 school kits

One Meralco Foundation (OMF), the corporate social responsibility arm...

Ayala Foundation supports Mindanao communities after magnitude 7.8 earthquake

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that hit off the coast of Mindanao on June 8, Ayala Group through Brigadang Ayala launched rapid relief and recovery operations across General Santos City and Sarangani Province.

BPI BanKo, Jollibee Group Foundation step up support for onion farmers 

BPI Direct BanKo, Inc. (BanKo) and Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF) have expanded their partnership to provide accessible, sustainable financing to Filipino onion farmers under the Foundation’s Farmer Entrepreneurship Program.

Markets

Tanduay retains World’s Top Rum spot for 9th straight year

Tanduay, the Philippine rum brand owned by tycoon Lucio Tan, has kept its title as the world’s best-selling rum for nine consecutive years, according to Drinks International Magazine.

Hormuz risk keeps peso, PSEi on edge

Philippine financial markets are heading into the week on a cautious footing as renewed threats by Iran to potentially close the Strait of Hormuz inject fresh volatility into global oil supply expectations and inflation outlooks, according to Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. chief economist Michael Ricafort.

Mynt IPO May Put Philippine Stocks Back in Play

The planned initial public offer of Mynt, the company behind GCash, could do more than raise fresh capital. It may provide the Philippine stock market with the kind of growth story it has been missing.

Markets brace for twin central bank signals

Philippine financial markets are heading into a pivotal week, with investors largely keeping their powder dry ahead of policy decisions from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the US Federal Reserve that could shape the direction of stocks, bonds and the peso in the weeks ahead.

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Energy

Mitsubishi Power signs long-term parts and services deal for 1,200 MW Batangas power plant

Mitsubishi Power has entered into a long-term parts and services agreement (LTPSA) with LNGPH and its subsidiary South Premiere Power Corp. (SPPC) for the 1,200 MW Ilijan combined cycle natural gas-fired power plant.

DA backs immediate shift to 5% coconut biodiesel blend

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has endorsed Resolution No. 03, Series of 2026, calling for the immediate implementation of the 5 percent coconut methyl ester (CME) biodiesel blend or B5. The proposal has been forwarded to the Senate and the Department of Energy (DOE).

Big fuel price rollbacks for diesel, kerosene this week – DOE

The Department of Energy (DOE) announced that local fuel companies will implement significant price reductions starting this week.

LNGPH locks in Ilijan plant reliability

LNGPH has moved to strengthen the long-term reliability of...

Transport & Communications

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Property

Ayala Land Offices lands health tech tenant Eucalyptus

Ayala Land Offices (ALO) has secured global digital healthcare provider Eucalyptus for its Click Space flexible workspace platform, underscoring the Philippines’ growing appeal as a destination for high-value, technology-driven outsourcing and knowledge-based services.

Pueblo de Oro: Building future-proof townships for long-term value

For most homebuyers in the Philippines, property is considered a long-term, generational investment rather than a temporary residence. This mindset has shifted development standards, moving beyond basic construction to create communities that remain functional, relevant and valuable over time. Pueblo de Oro applies key principles to deliver this kind of sustainable development across the country.

Hotel101 Davao set to anchor Mindanao growth

Hotel101-Davao is set to begin operations on July 30, 2026, marking its entry into Mindanao as the largest hotel in the region with 519 rooms, DoubleDragon Corp. said.

Arthaland to begin unit turnover at Una Apartments in Laguna

Property developer Arthaland Corp. announced it will soon start turning over units of its Una Apartments project located in Biñan, Laguna.

Environment

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Technology

DITO launches secure verification service, aligns with anti-fraud rules

DITO Telecommunity Corp. has commercially introduced DITO Verified, a new authentication service developed with global provider Shush Inc. to fight rising digital fraud. This makes DITO the first telecommunications firm in the Philippines to offer a unified carrier-native verification solution.

Globe calls for technology-neutral policies to build inclusive national connectivity

Globe Telecom Inc. is advocating for policies that do not favor any single technology, in order to encourage innovation while maintaining strict standards for service quality, security, consumer rights, and fair competition.

Smart launches new network site in Palawan to expand internet access

Smart Communications, the wireless subsidiary of PLDT, has opened a new communications tower in San Vicente, Palawan. This project is part of the effort to bring reliable internet service to remote or "last mile" communities across the Philippines, in line with government goals.

AI vision takes shape in New Clark City

New Clark City is rapidly emerging as the Philippines’ boldest bet in semiconductors and artificial intelligence, with the Marcos administration positioning the fast-rising metropolis as a centerpiece of the Luzon Economic Corridor and the country’s next wave of industrial growth.

Health & Science

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Opinion

Reframing the South China Sea conversation 

For more than a decade, the South China Sea has been ASEAN's diplomatic traffic jam. Everyone knows there is a problem. Everyone agrees it matters. Yet the moment the conversation turns to China, the convoy grinds to a halt.

Ghosts of 1949 haunt today’s Senate

The Philippine Senate has a remarkable talent for proving that history never really leaves the chamber. It merely changes surnames.

Silent senators forfeit democracy’s mantle

The Senate has been regarded as the last bastion of democratic dissent—a chamber where statesmen stood their ground, challenged power, and refused to let their voices be drowned out by political pressure or executive overreach. It was where difficult questions were asked, unpopular truths were spoken, and silence was treated not as a virtue but as a surrender.

Senate descends to institutional absurdity

If anyone still believed the Philippine Senate had reached rock bottom, the May 25 session suggested there was, in fact, a trapdoor beneath the floor.

Sports & Entertainment

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Exclusive

Visayas roots, Singapore routes: Top Line redraws its map

Singapore is no longer just a distant dot on Top Line Business Development Corp.’s growth chart. It has become a very literal marker of how far the company has travelled in 12 years, from a Visayas-based real estate developer to an emerging energy player now thinking in global supply routes.

Sunlight Air chooses precision over size aloft

In an aviation industry often driven by scale and speed, Sunlight Air is taking a more measured route. The boutique carrier is building its business around efficiency, discipline, and destination depth, convinced that smarter operations can deliver both commercial returns and environmental gains.

PSAC urges stronger funding for Philippines startups 

The Private Sector Advisory Council is raising a clear warning. In a recent meeting with the Department of Trade and Industry, PSAC said the Philippine startup scene is slipping behind Southeast Asian peers, not for lack of ideas but for lack of capital that actually moves.

Tariffs rattle, AI thrives: Gruppo EMS builds ahead 

Amid escalating US-China trade tensions and renewed tariff uncertainty from Washington, EMS Group of Companies is expanding production, accelerating its push into artificial intelligence hardware, and positioning the Philippines as an increasingly strategic alternative manufacturing base for global electronics firms.