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    Global water activist cites perils of ignoring sustainable farming goals in Phl

    The government drive to make the agriculture sector a key economic driver in the years forward is at peril unless sustainable farming is adopted as a matter of policy.

    Regulator extends partial and conditional rate hike for Maynilad

    Maynilad Water Services, Inc. (Maynilad) has been allowed to increase the tariff it charges customers but only as this relates to inflation and not the entire price adjustment mechanism, regulators said on Friday.

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    House trashes impeachment raps vs President Marcos

    The House of Representatives’ justice committee on Wednesday, February 4, junked two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., saying the petitions failed to sufficiently establish impeachable offenses. The dismissal effectively grants Marcos a one-year immunity from impeachment, as the Constitution allows only one proceeding against an official per year. The complaints, separately endorsed by Pusong Pinoy Rep. Jett Nisay and the Makabayan bloc, faulted the President for flood control failures and budgetary problems. The Makabayan-backed petition went further, alleging systemic corruption through a “BBM parametric formula,” abuse of unprogrammed funds, and Marcos’ alleged direct role in kickbacks.

    Japan, Philippines agree in principle on new tax treaty

    Japan and the Philippines have agreed in principle to replace their existing tax treaty, marking the first major update to the agreement in nearly 20 years.

    Tokyo and Manila exchange notes on MRT-3 rehabilitation loan

    Japan and the Philippines on Wednesday formalized an agreement to support the rehabilitation of Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) in Metro Manila.

    RCBC’s award sweep spotlights purposeful banking communications

    Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) emerged as a standout at the 61st Anvil Awards, securing multiple recognitions for communication programs that reinforce its push for financial inclusion, sustainability, and digital transformation.
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