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IMF reform to ‘substantially’ cut borrowing costs for member countries

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its review of charges and the surcharge policy and has bared significant reforms aimed at reducing borrowing costs for member countries like the Philippines.

Proposed farm-to-market backbone aims to transform agricultural landscape

Entrepreneur and former banker Francis Yuseco, the untiring businessman behind the planned Farm to Market Digital Logistics Integrated Backbone (FM DLIB) project, has advanced a proposal creating a seamless digital and physical connection across Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao.

Airbus prepared to support air force modernization program

Aircraft manufacturer Airbus SE considers the Philippines both a commercial and a military procurer of its products and who on Tuesday committed to support the modernization program of its military and its bid to protect the West Philippine Sea. 

PNIA invests P4.3B in community resilience and environmental protection

Members of the Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) have invested P4.3 billion in sustainability efforts, targeting key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to enhance community resilience and environmental protection.

Financial literacy in PH’s national curriculum pushed

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has signed a memorandum of agreement with the Department of Education (DepEd) promoting financial literacy among students and teachers across the Philippines.

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DA backs calamity declaration to mobilize El Niño response 

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has backed a proposal to declare a state of calamity to mobilize government resources against the worsening effects of El Niño, saying authorities must act quickly as forecasts point to a potentially severe climate event.

Prime Midstream sees sustained gas demand as power needs rise

Prime Midstream expects demand for natural gas to remain strong as the Philippines faces growing electricity needs, volatile fuel prices and the challenge of balancing renewable energy growth with reliable power supply.

Japanese diplomat reaffirms bilateral ties at 82nd Leyte Gulf landings commemoration

Japanese Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Ono Sho attended the 82nd Anniversary of the Leyte Gulf Landings recently at the MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park, framing his presence as a gesture of friendship spanning the political, defense, economic, and diplomatic spheres.

San Miguel earns USDA recognition for $370 million in imports

San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has received recognition from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) for importing nearly USD370 million worth of American agricultural products in 2026, highlighting the Philippines’ importance as a market for US farm exports.
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