ADB backs LWUA’s P1.99-B projects for water districts
The Asian Development Bank will support the Local Water Utilities Administration in carrying out a P1.99 billion development project covering 11 water districts across the country.
PH strengthens US tariff case with forced labor ban
The Philippines has bolstered its position in the US' ongoing Section 301 tariff review by adopting stricter rules that prohibit the importation of goods produced through forced labor, a move aimed at strengthening supply chain integrity while protecting domestic manufacturers from unfair competition.
Updated farmland conversion policy expected next month
The Department of Agriculture is set to release a refined set of rules governing farmland conversion within the coming weeks, a measure aimed at balancing national development with food security.
Importers may need to fund local rice facilities to get import permits under proposed law
The Department of Agriculture is pushing for a policy requiring rice importers to invest in local rice infrastructure before they can bring in foreign shipments, a measure being included in the proposed Rice Industry and Consumer Empowerment Act or RICE Act.
Auto sales slide, but EV demand fuels recovery
The Philippine automotive industry endured a slower first half of 2026, but a sharp June rebound and accelerating demand for electrified vehicles are providing momentum for a stronger second half.
