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DENR launches unified environmental crime enforcement rules

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has introduced a nationwide standard for handling environmental law enforcement cases, aiming to strengthen investigations, arrests, evidence handling, and prosecution of environmental crimes.

PSAC backs PhilHealth reforms

The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) Healthcare Sector welcomed the continued expansion of PhilHealth’s YAKAP and GAMOT programs, saying the reforms are helping reduce healthcare costs for Filipino families.

DICT pushes GOCC plan for eGovPH app

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is proposing the creation of a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC) to manage the eGovPH app, aiming to make the platform financially sustainable and improve its operations.

BSP consults stakeholders on financial education roadmap

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is leading the development of a new National Strategy for Financial Education (NSFE) aimed at improving the financial health of Filipinos by helping them make better money decisions.

Apex profit surges, plans $300M copper project

Apex Mining Co. Inc. nearly doubled first-quarter earnings as soaring gold prices offset weaker production, while the listed miner unveiled an aggressive capital spending program anchored on a planned USD300-million copper project and the expansion of its Maco mine operations.

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SPAVI profit drops as expansion push continues

Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. reported slower earnings growth in the first quarter of 2026 as the restaurant group continued expanding despite weak consumer spending and rising operating pressures.

URC secured packaging stocks through late 2026

Universal Robina Corp. (URC) has secured supplies of key packaging materials through the third quarter and into early fourth quarter of 2026, reinforcing efforts to shield operations from global supply chain disruptions and market uncertainty.

Wawa expansion strengthens Manila Water’s drought readiness

Manila Water Company is ramping up preparations for a potentially prolonged El Niño episode by leveraging the expanded capacity of the Wawa Bulk Water Supply Project to maintain uninterrupted service across its East Zone concession area.

Baguio boosts smart city push with AI partnership

Baguio City is stepping up its digital transformation efforts after partnering with PLDT and Smart to launch “AI-in-a-Box,” a program designed to help local governments use artificial intelligence to improve public services.
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