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Philippines targets 3 sectors for jobs boom

The Philippine government is pinning its next employment surge on three high-growth industries—business process outsourcing (BPO), semiconductors, and renewable energy, said Finance Secretary Frederick Go.

Aboitiz Airports hold first risk day to boost resilience

Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Airports has convened its airport units for its first-ever Risk Day, aimed at strengthening operational resilience and long-term stability across its growing network.

Fuel prices plunge; President Marcos promises relief

A substantial rollback in fuel prices will take effect next week, delivering much-needed relief to consumers, with diesel expected to fall by more than P24 per liter, gasoline by P3.41, and kerosene by P2, according to government estimates.

DTI Opens P2B EV Loans to TNVS

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has opened its P2-billion e-Transport Loan Program to transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers and operators shifting to electric vehicles (EVs), widening access to affordable green financing in the ride-hailing sector.

Philippines drives growth for Australian grapes export

The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) is bullish on the Philippines as a cornerstone market for 2026, citing sustained demand and a growing appetite for premium imported fruit. 

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Regulators study amnesty for excess ride-hailing drivers

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) are currently studying a potential amnesty for Transport Network Vehicle Service (TNVS) drivers who were onboarded despite exceeding the vehicle caps set for Transport Network Companies (TNCs).

Toll rebate for farm goods trucks starts April 20

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. will give a temporary full toll rebate to trucks carrying agricultural products starting Monday, April 20, to help keep food prices stable during the ongoing oil crisis.

STT GDC Philippines locks in 40.5MW renewable energy to power surging AI demand

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) Philippines has secured a major 10-year renewable energy deal with MPower, locking in 40.5 megawatts of clean power for its Fairview and Cavite data center campuses.

Tiny creatures reveal big secrets in mangroves

In a quiet stretch of coastline in Masinloc-Oyon Bay Protected Landscape and Seascape, the most important work is happening where few people bother to look. 
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