DOTr targets June 2026 completion of land acquisition for NSCR
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said it aims to complete the right-of-way and land acquisition for the 147-kilometer North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) by June 2026, a key step needed to keep construction on track and deliver faster, more reliable transport for the public.
Globe highlights network reliability, faster speeds for everyday users
Globe Telecom Inc. said it continues to deliver reliable service to consumers, reporting network availability of over 99 percent. The company said independent tests show its network provides smoother video streaming than competitors, with less buffering on platforms such as Facebook.
Satellite internet brings reliable connectivity to remote areas
PLDT Enterprise is expanding the use of satellite internet to help remote and hard-to-reach communities and businesses stay connected. Through its Starlink services, launched in 2025, PLDT has become the first telecom provider in the country authorized to offer Starlink to both government and private users.
Gov’t launches roadmap for voluntary forest carbon market
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has officially adopted the Philippines’ Roadmap to Readiness in the Voluntary Forest Carbon Market (VFCM) for 2026–2030. DENR Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla signed the Department Administrative Order (DAO) formalizing the plan.
DEFA deal set to open ASEAN markets
Philippine businesses could soon find it easier to sell, scale, and serve customers across Southeast Asia as ASEAN pushes to finalize the Digital Economy Framework Agreement, or DEFA, by 2026.
