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    Taiwan Direct-Hire Center Promises Fairer Filipino Jobs

    The Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) has welcomed Taiwan’s plan to set up its first cross-border recruitment center in the Philippines, a move that could reshape how Filipino workers access overseas jobs and how much they pay to get there.

    IT-BPM marches toward 2M jobs exports milestone

    The Philippine information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) industry is set to notch another banner year, with employment projected to reach 1.9 million and export revenues expected to hit USD40 billion in 2025, according to the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP).

    Meralco places crews on 24/7 alert ahead of New Year celebrations

    Manila Electric Company (Meralco) reminded the public to observe electrical safety as New Year celebrations draw near, warning that careless use of fireworks and overloaded electrical connections could lead to accidents and power interruptions.

    Public Works chief rejects lawmaker’s claims on budget insertions

    Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Tuesday rejected what he called baseless and malicious claims by Rep. Leandro Leviste that he approved budget “insertions” or “allocable” funds for flood control projects.

    DOTr to build three new EDSA Busway stations starting 2026

    The Department of Transportation (DOTr) said the construction of three new EDSA Busway stations will start in 2026 to improve the speed and accessibility of the bus system.

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    BOI eyes clearing auto tax backlog

    The Board of Investments (BOI) is confident it can finally make a major dent in nearly P5 billion worth of unpaid auto tax credits, after the government restored funding for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program in the proposed 2026 national budget.

    Bureau of Treasury set 1Q borrowing blitz

    The government is lining up a hefty start to its 2026 borrowing program, targeting P824 billion in the first quarter alone to help fund state spending.

    Converge shifts focus to enterprise, strengthens B2B leadership

    Converge Information and Communications Technology Solutions Inc. is speeding up its shift from being mainly a fiber internet provider to becoming a full technology company, driven by growing demand from large businesses and enterprises.

    Housing shortfall widens as supply lags

    Data from the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development show the national housing backlog reached 10.65 million units in 2024, highlighting decades of unmet demand that continue to weigh on affordability and urban planning.
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