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DA sanguine on hitting 20.44 million MT palay output target this year

The Department of Agriculture is keeping to its target of producing 20.44 million metric tons of palay this year and remains hopeful this could still be achieved despite the impact of El Nino.

Telco pursues zero-lease on buildings campaign without letup

Globe Telecom is ramping up efforts to eliminate lease fees on installed telecom equipment inside buildings and compel developers to include connectivity infrastructure from the very beginning of construction projects.

NEDA Board slashes rice import duty to 15% from 35% to tame inflation

The NEDA Board, chaired by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., has approved the reduction of tariff on rice to 15 percent from 35 percent to substantially lower the cost of the staple and ease its impact on inflation, whose elevated level has kept the central bank from cutting interest rates to help spur greater economic activity.

Cebu Landmasters: Casino operations not an investment priority

Cebu Landmasters Inc., the listed Visayas-based property developer, continues to expand its product offering and reach but remains hesitant to embrace casino operations as part of its business.

Kingson Sian leaves Alliance Global, relinquishes post as president, director, COO

Kingson U. Sian, one of first executives recruited by billionaire Andrew Tan when he started building his property empire with Megaworld Corp. as centerpiece,...

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St. Luke’s Medical Center–Global City has successfully performed its first native balloon-expandable Edwards SAPIEN 3 heart valve implantation, expanding minimally invasive treatment options for Filipino patients with severe heart valve disease.

DOTr expands Siargao Airport, upgrades ports to boost tourism

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is improving connectivity to Siargao Island through an expanded airport passenger terminal and upgraded port facilities, aiming to accommodate growing tourism demand and provide travelers with better air and sea transport options.

NPC, Globe boost child online safety against AI misuse

The National Privacy Commission (NPC) and Globe Telecom are strengthening efforts to protect Filipino children from online privacy risks and promote responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

Lemon Square expands Batangas operations, opens 150th store

Big E Food Corporation, maker of Lemon Square cakes and pastries, is strengthening its presence in Batangas with a new manufacturing facility and the opening of its 150th retail store at LIMA Estate.
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