Nestlé Philippines is betting on the ground game, and it’s paying off. Through its Nescafé Plan, the company is scaling regenerative farming, lifting farmer productivity while fortifying the country’s fragile coffee supply.
The Philippines has secured €200 million in development financing from KfW Development Bank to protect marine ecosystems and expand economic opportunities for coastal communities.
Australia is stepping up its economic engagement with the Philippines, launching a new business mission on March 18 focused on high-impact industries poised to drive the next wave of bilateral growth.
Australian Assistant Minister Matt Thistlethwaite visited the Philippines on Wednesday to lead a business mission aimed at boosting trade and investment between Australia and Southeast Asia.
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.