The Philippine government has signed an agreement with the United States aimed at developing the country’s critical minerals and rare earths sector, a move seen as key to transforming the Philippines into a regional minerals processing hub.

Australia and the Philippines have reinforced maritime cooperation by reaffirming the mutual recognition of seafarer certificates, a move expected to ease administrative barriers and improve shipping efficiency between the two nations, the Australian Embassy in Manila said.

The Mitsubishi Delica nameplate makes its in the Philippines in a new form, as Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corp. (MMPC) reintroduces the Versa Van—positioned as a dependable, modern people-mover for growing enterprises.