Subsidence persists beneath Manila Bay reclamation, UP study shows
Land reclaimed from Manila Bay remains broadly stable at the surface, but beneath that stability, ground subsidence is continuing and is likely to persist, according to a satellite-based study by researchers from the Department of Geodetic Engineering at the University of the Philippines Diliman.
PH startup funding steadies but remains tight in 2025
The Philippine startup scene showed signs of stabilizing in 2025, even as funding remained difficult and investors stayed cautious, according to a new report by Kickstart Ventures and DealStreet Asia.
Philippines seeks bigger US minerals role
The Philippines is positioning itself for a larger role in the US’ critical minerals supply chain, with fresh details expected as both sides prepare for a bilateral strategic dialogue next week, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said.
Office glut glut to push prices down through 2027, hitting developers and reshaping choices for Filipinos
Office occupancy in Metro Manila is expected to keep falling until 2027 as new buildings open faster than companies can fill them, according to real estate consultancy Prime Philippines. The oversupply is putting continued downward pressure on office rents and property values.
UK tech courts Manila AI alliances
UK technology leaders are stepping up their Southeast Asia push, with artificial intelligence and cybersecurity partnerships firmly in the spotlight at UK–Southeast Asia Tech Week 2026 in Manila.
