Cruise tourism in the Philippines is set to sustain its recovery momentum into 2026, buoyed by rising ship calls, policy support, and stronger regional cooperation, according to the Department of Tourism.
Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) hit the brakes on trading Tuesday as a Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) tender offer set the port operator firmly on course for a voluntary exit from the Philippine Stock Exchange.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) said cumulative investments under its watch surged past P4.5 trillion, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of the country’s investment-led growth strategy.
The Philippine National Men’s Floorball team passed its first real acid test at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games—and did so with authority—outlasting regional rival Singapore, 6–4, to all but book a ticket to the gold-medal match.
VinFast is deploying 11 electric vehicles as the official fleet for ASEAN Dialogue Partners at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM44) in Manila, putting electric mobility on display as the region weighs cleaner and more secure energy systems.
Consumer groups warned Tuesday that the week-long “port holiday” could deepen supply disruptions and add pressure on prices of basic goods, as truckers protest congestion, high fees and mounting losses.
Yuchengco-led BKS Green Energy Corp. has obtained official approval from the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) to build and operate a dedicated point-to-point transmission system supporting its 33.831-megawatt Limbauan Solar Project Phase 2 in San Pablo, Isabela.
The Philippines is already experiencing a strong El Niño, but its impact could worsen in early 2027 as rainfall declines across more provinces, prompting the government to accelerate preparations for possible drought, water shortages and agricultural losses.