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CCPI hosts Ukrainian Ambassador in forum on resilience, partnership, and global cooperation

The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), the country’s oldest business institution, successfully hosted a special forum featuring Her Excellency Yuliia Fediv, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Philippines, at its historic headquarters in Intramuros.

DPWH shuffles key officials to boost efficiency

The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced a series of reassignments and designations affecting district and regional offices across the country, a move it said was aimed at strengthening transparency, efficiency, and continuity in public service.

DA dismisses fertilizer fraud claims as “fake news”

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has firmly rejected claims by the Samahang Industriya ng Agrikultura (Sinag) of alleged “ghost deliveries” in the Department of Agriculture’s fertilizer distribution program, labeling the accusations as “fake news” and lacking evidence.

Meralco champions audit innovation at ASEAN Power Summit

At the 2025 Heads of ASEAN Power Utilities/Authorities (HAPUA) Internal Audit Summit, the Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Company (Meralco) highlighted the growing strategic and commercial significance of internal audit in driving innovation and operational transformation in the power sector.

BSP extends VASP licensing moratorium, issues advisory amid heightened crypto risks

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has extended its moratorium on the issuance of new licenses for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) indefinitely, while simultaneously warning the public against engaging with unregistered or unauthorized VASPs.

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PH taps ASEAN carbon market opportunities at COP31 for community-centered climate action

Philippine private‑sector groups have secured observer status at the ASEAN Common Carbon Framework (ACCF) during COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, positioning the country to unlock climate finance for forest restoration, biodiversity protection, and local community livelihoods.

Globe Business powers PH’s first 1,400‑km bi‑directional telesurgery

Most advanced surgical care in the Philippines stays concentrated in major cities, leaving patients in Mindanao and other far‑flung regions forced to travel long distances, pay steep costs, and leave their families. In time‑sensitive cases, distance alone can worsen patient outcomes.

Foundever bags major honors at 2026 ACES Awards, recognizing workplace excellence, leadership, and community impact

Customer‑experience services leader Foundever secured three top recognitions during the 2026 Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards, marking another milestone for the company’s people‑centered operations and social‑impact initiatives.

Philippines presses ASEAN to turn economic pledges into tangible gains

The Philippines is urging ASEAN members to finish outstanding economic commitments and carry them into the next phase of regional integration, warning that the success of the bloc’s economic agenda will depend on implementation beyond its 2026 chairmanship.
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