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DA seeks new Japanese envoy’s assistance on agri exports

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Jr. is seeking the help of Japan’s new envoy to Manila, Ambassador Endo Kazuya, to increase the export of agricultural products to the Asian power house.

PNB eyes $300 million via offshore debt issuance

The Philippine National Bank is looking to raise at least USD300 million—around P17.5 billion—in fresh capital through a medium-term bond issuance.

TRB seeks clarity on apparent SMC deferment of the PAREX project

The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) has put the Pasig River Expressway (PAREX) project on hold after San Miguel Corp. scrapped the plan due to environmental...

Alsons vows Avia Estate unit completion within the year

Property developer Alsons Development and Investment Corp. has committed to complete 50 of the 200-unit Narra Park Residences Avia still under construction within the year.  The...

GERI spending P5 billion to develop 150-hectares in Batangas

Global-Estate Resorts Inc., a unit of Andrew Tan’s Megaworld Corp., is setting aside P5 billion over 10 years to develop a 150-hectare beachside property in Lian, Batangas.

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Shorter crops, stronger roots: salt-tough rice, wheat

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.

CCPI to host fully booked ECOMP-P5 conference with top national leaders

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.

Metrobank wins top honors again at PDS Awards

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.

Cebu Airport recognized for regional service excellence

Travel through the Philippines’ central gateway continues to evolve as passenger experience becomes a key measure of airport performance across Asia-Pacific.
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