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New fish farming technology launched in Western Visayas

The Department of Agriculture and National Fisheries Research and Development Institute are bringing snubnose pompano farming to Western Visayas, offering fish farmers a profitable new option.

Central bank sets ₱1.0-billion capital standard for small banks going digital

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has rolled out new operational guidelines requiring thrift, rural, and cooperative banks to secure at least ₱1.0 billion in capital if they adopt digital-heavy business models. Issued under Circular No. 1240 on September 21, 2026, the policy ensures that smaller institutions venturing into the digital space operate safely while protecting everyday depositors from financial risks.

Dizon: Hybrid flood control with foreign expertise to target local needs

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is pushing for a mix of engineered and nature-based solutions, backed by international know-how, to better tackle flooding across the country.

PH Resorts doubling capital stock to P20B, erasing deficit in restructure push

PH Resorts Group Holdings Inc., led by businessman Dennis Uy, will boost its authorized capital stock to P20 billion—more than double the current P8 billion—to wipe out its capital deficit and restore positive shareholder equity in two years.

DA, NCIP team up in agri projects benefiting indigenous peoples

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the National Commission on Indigenous People (NCIP) have signed a partnership agreement to jointly deliver agricultural support and empower Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs).

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BIR sets year-end deadline for e-invoicing compliance

Businesses covered by the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s (BIR) electronic invoicing mandate have until year-end to upgrade billing and accounting systems, potentially adding to software, technology and training costs.

Philippine-EU trade deal key as GSP+ exit nears

The Philippines is pushing for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union to protect preferential market access and shield exporters from higher tariffs as the country moves closer to losing eligibility for the EU’s Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+).

UK seeks immediate trade gains with Philippines

The United Kingdom is seeking to deepen trade and investment ties with the Philippines without waiting for Manila’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), signaling a parallel approach to bilateral and regional economic integration.

Taiwan firm brings robotics manufacturing to Batangas

Taiwan-based CQS Precision Die Casting Inc. is expanding into the Philippines with a new manufacturing facility in Batangas, adding robotics production to the industrial mix at LIMA Estate.
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