MAP Charts ASEAN Ambitions, National Impact
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), under newly installed president Donald Lim, is repositioning itself as a more outward-looking, action-oriented organization—one that aims to play a deeper role in nation-building while asserting a stronger private sector voice in ASEAN that ultimately benefits Filipinos.
PH leads ASEAN energy agenda, eyes sector benefits
The Department of Energy (DOE) is confident the power sector will gain as the country leads regional energy discussions under its ASEAN chairmanship. The Philippines will host the ASEAN Special Senior Officials Meeting on Energy (SOME) and related meetings in Bohol from January 20 to 22, 2026.
DTI cement safeguards spark local revival
The issuance of a Department of Trade and Industry administrative order imposing definitive general safeguard measures on imported cement is expected to lift capacity utilization in the domestic industry, preserve jobs, unlock fresh investments, and create positive multiplier effects across the economy.
Buenas PH teams up with top gaming influencers to promote safe, legal online gaming
Online gaming operator HHR Philippines Inc., through its brand Buenas PH, has partnered with leading gaming influencers in the country to steer players away from illegal and unregulated gambling sites.
Razon-led firms active as Malampaya gas find lifts investor interest
Shares of companies linked to billionaire Enrique K. Razon Jr. were among the most actively traded on the Philippine Stock Exchange on Monday after Malacañang announced a major new natural gas discovery at the Malampaya East-1 well.
