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    Buenaventura, 96

    Cesar Buenaventura passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 96.

    DOE sees more private-led rooftop solar projects as SM Prime hits 100 MW milestone

    The Department of Energy (DOE) expects more private companies to invest in rooftop solar after SM Prime Holdings reached 100 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity across its properties.

    SEC seeks public comment on higher audit threshold

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released a draft rule that would raise the audit threshold for corporations to more than P3 million in total assets or liabilities. The proposal aims to cut compliance costs for micro, small, and medium enterprises.

    PH, Canada eye closer farm ties at Manila forum

    The Philippines is pushing a four-year plan to modernize its agriculture sector, focusing on better infrastructure, logistics, and irrigation, according to Agriculture Assistant Secretary Arnel De Mesa at the “Canada-in-Asia: Momentum Manila” event. Speaking on behalf of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., De Mesa said reducing post-harvest losses is central to improving productivity and food security.

    Globe mobile data prices down nearly 60% since 2019

    Globe Telecom says its mobile data rates have dropped almost 60 percent since 2019, driven by stronger competition and sustained network investments. CEO Carl Cruz said the company aims to make reliable internet more accessible nationwide.

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    SRA sets rules for planned 100,000-MT raw sugar exports to US

    The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) has issued new guidelines governing the planned export of up to 100,000 metric tons (MT) of raw sugar to the United States for crop year 2025–2026, outlining who may participate and stressing that the program can be stopped at any time if conditions change.

    SMX Cebu set to transform MICE

    A P3.3-billion SMX Convention Center, billed as the largest in the Philippines, will rise in Cebu by the third quarter of 2026, cementing the city’s position as a premier hub for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE).

    Gov’t to push regional energy agenda as ASEAN chair, says DOE

    The Department of Energy (DOE) said ASEAN senior energy officials have endorsed the group’s annual energy priorities, including the Philippines’ key proposals for its ASEAN chairmanship.

    ERC approves P11.77B Claver-Siargao power interconnection project

    The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines’ (NGCP) P11.77-billion Claver-Siargao Interconnection Project (CSIP), aimed at improving power supply in Siargao Island.
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