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MARINA issues new rules to boost domestic ship officers, simplify seafarer certification

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has released new guidelines aimed at increasing the number of qualified officers on domestic vessels and simplifying certification processes for seafarers.

Coins.ph  introduces rewards to boost user engagement

Coins.ph, the Philippines’ largest digital asset exchange and one of its fastest-growing mobile wallets, has introduced a points-based rewards program aimed at deepening user engagement through everyday transactions.

Marcos suspends LPG, kerosene excise taxes for relief

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued the executive order suspending for three months the excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene that aimed at cushioning households from elevated global oil prices amid an ongoing energy emergency.

Globe’s subsea cable investment seen to supercharge PH digital ambitions

Globe Telecom Inc is poised to significantly boost the country’s global connectivity with its entry into the Candle Cable System, a major subsea network across Asia, a report by BMI said.

DTI extends price freeze as fuel costs ease

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has extended the price freeze on basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) until May 10, citing easing fuel costs that continue to help stabilize consumer prices.

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Citicore repurposes retired solar panels into market stalls

Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) is extending the life of retired solar panels by transforming them into community market infrastructure, linking waste reduction with livelihood opportunities for farmers and small vendors in Tuy, Batangas.

SEC approves Aznar Shipping’s P670-million IPO

The Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday approved the ₱670 million initial public offering of Aznar Shipping Corp. The SEC en banc also approved the company’s registration statement covering up to 3.59 billion common shares.

Sari-sari stores, farmers hit by proposed SSB tax

Industry groups are calling on the government to review a proposal to sharply raise excise taxes on sweetened beverages under the ProGRESS Bill, warning it would hurt local sugar farmers, businesses and consumers while raising questions over its real benefits.

New DICT chief bares revamp plan; affordable internet for Filipinos

Newly installed Department of Information and Communications Technology Secretary Robert Joseph M. de Claro is pushing for an organizational restructuring to boost the department’s performance and deliver more effective digital public services to Filipinos.
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