The Board of Investments (BOI) has approved more than P4.8 trillion in investments and generated over 421,000 jobs during the first cycle of the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), with renewable energy projects dominating the pipeline.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) said financial inclusion in the Philippines should move beyond simply opening bank accounts and focus on helping Filipinos actively use financial services in their daily lives.
Rapid development in Tarlac is driving demand for faster and more reliable mobile internet, as more residents, businesses, and tourists depend on connectivity for daily activities.
A recent survey commissioned by the Stratbase Institute found that Filipinos want the national government to focus on lowering food prices, creating jobs, and addressing corruption, amid rising fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East.
New research published in Molecular Plant, a partner journal of Cell Press, suggests that Green Revolution varieties aren’t just high-yielding, they are also better equipped to handle salty soils. That is a big deal, considering roughly 20 percent of the world’s cultivated land is affected by salinity, a creeping problem that stunts growth and cuts yields.
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI) will hold its ECOMP-P5 Synergy Conference, titled “Actionize the Missions of Economic Compass Pillars 5,” featuring prominent leaders in governance, economic development, and capital markets.
The Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) reinforced its dominance in the country’s financial markets after clinching top honors once again at the Philippine Dealing System Annual Awards held March 26 at Makati Diamond Hotel.
Travel through the Philippines’ central gateway continues to evolve as passenger experience becomes a key measure of airport performance across Asia-Pacific.