DHSUD gives home developers breathing room
The Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development has extended the suspension of ancillary administrative sanctions against property developers that fail to meet balanced housing requirements, pushing the deferment to March 31.
DA chief open to limited rice imports from Pakistan, eyes broader trade ties
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. said the Philippines may allow limited rice imports from Pakistan as part of efforts to diversify suppliers and expand trade links, following a meeting with a visiting Pakistani delegation.
DOTr opens Aleson routes to other ships to keep sea travel safe
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has ordered the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) to allow other safety-compliant shipping companies to operate on routes usually served by Aleson Shipping Lines, to make sure passengers can continue traveling safely by sea.
Valero Grand Suites switches to renewable energy under First Gen partnership
Valero Grand Suites by Swiss-Belhotel has transitioned its entire electricity supply to renewable energy, marking a major sustainability milestone for the 271-room hotel in Makati City’s central business district.
Maynilad ignites Philippine IPO revival
The Philippines staged a strong comeback in equity capital markets in 2025, powered by the blockbuster initial public offering of Maynilad Water Services, Inc., which ranked as the third-largest IPO in Southeast Asia, according to Deloitte’s Southeast Asia IPO Capital Market Report 2025.
