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FPI backs Customs reforms, seeks stronger industry partnership

The Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) said reforms at the Bureau of Customs (BOC) are giving manufacturers a lift, citing tougher anti-smuggling enforcement, faster trade processing and stronger revenue collection as key drivers of a more competitive business environment.

Ayala Land Premier shifts luxury living beyond residences 

Ayala Land Premier is responding to changing preferences in Manila's high-end residential market, where affluent buyers are placing greater value on integrated communities that combine homes with hospitality, wellness, retail and culture.

DTI touts P12.9B MSME loan fund, export push

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is sweetening the deal for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), pairing a P12.9B loan fund with stronger export support as it pushes more Filipino businesses to scale up and compete globally.

Amertron expands Clark operations amid AI demand surge 

Semiconductor manufacturer Inari Amertron Inc. (Amertron) is expanding its Clark operations, adding about 600 jobs and increasing production capacity by around 30 percent as the global artificial intelligence (AI) boom fuels demand for advanced chips and electronics.

APECO seeks for Pacific gateway projects 

The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) is stepping up its bid to transform Aurora into the country's next Pacific gateway, seeking government support to prepare four big-ticket infrastructure projects for private investment.

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SSS pays P205.56B in benefits through July 

The Social Security System (SSS) paid P205.56 billion in benefits to members, pensioners, and beneficiaries in the first seven months of 2026, as contribution collections continued to provide the bulk of funding for payouts.

Transboundary haze affects part of PH; DENR issues health warnings and safety guidelines 

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources–Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) has alerted the public to widespread haze across several key regions, including the National Capital Region, Central Luzon, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, and portions of Central Visayas. Monitoring and weather assessments link the condition to smoke from ongoing fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, carried to the country by prevailing winds.

Local entrepreneurs expand Filipino traditions via e-commerce

Many aspiring business owners look far and wide for the next big concept, but some of the most promising opportunities lie right within familiar culture, traditions, and communities.

AirAsia MOVE earns IATA accreditation in PH, unlocking more flight options for Filipino travelers

AirAsia MOVE (MOVE), the all-in-one travel booking platform, has secured official accreditation from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in the Philippines — a milestone set to expand flight choices and streamline booking for Filipinos traveling home or abroad.
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