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    DA suspends Netherlands poultry imports

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has temporarily banned the import of poultry products, including meat, eggs, and day-old chicks, from the Netherlands due to a recent bird flu outbreak.

    DA optimistic as palay output surges in Q3

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Friday announced a positive growth outlook for the agriculture and fisheries sector in the third quarter of 2025, with production value rising by 2.8 percent year-on-year, based on official government data. This growth was largely driven by stronger rice and poultry production, which together accounted for about two-thirds of the sector’s output.

    Aramco acquires 25% stake in Unioil

    Unioil Petroleum Philippines, Inc. announced on Friday the completion of its strategic partnership with Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies.

    Data center leaders form alliance in boost to digital hub goals

    Leading data center operators in the Philippines have officially united under the newly formed Data Center Operators of the Philippines (DCPH), aiming to position the country as Southeast Asia’s next digital hub.

    IFC invests $100 million in Maynilad IPO 

    The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private investment arm of the World Bank, has invested $100 million as a cornerstone investor in the initial public offering (IPO) of Maynilad Water Services, Inc., the largest water utility in the Philippines and Southeast Asia by active connections and population served.

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    Furniture exporters seek lifeline overseas

    Philippine furniture exporters are calling for stronger government support for international promotion as rising costs and weak global demand cloud the sector’s outlook, with shipments expected to remain flat in 2026.

    PAL leads Asia-Pacific punctuality race 2025

    Philippine Airlines (PAL) has claimed the top spot for on-time performance in the Asia-Pacific region in 2025, underscoring operational discipline at one of the world’s most congested hubs.

    MRT-3 rides surge, digital payments rise

    MRT-3 carried more riders in 2025, cementing a rebound in urban mobility and signaling steady gains in service delivery and fare innovation.

    High food prices worry Filipinos the most

    Affordable food prices, corruption, and jobs are the top issues Filipinos want government leaders to address in their communities, according to a Stratbase-commissioned Pulse Asia survey conducted from December 12 to 15, 2025.
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