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    FFCCCII urges govt to aim for higher 8% growth

    The Philippines must aim higher—much higher—if it wants growth that is truly inclusive, according to the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII).

    Takaful market in PH small but growing as insurers push wider use

    The P9 billion-odd market for takaful, or Islamic insurance, remains small in the Philippines but is slowly gaining ground as insurers step up efforts to widen awareness and use, particularly in Mindanao.

    Philippines allows 14-day, visa-free entry for Chinese travelers

    Starting January 16, Chinese nationals may enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days, a move the Department of Foreign Affairs says is aimed at boosting tourism, trade, and people-to-people exchanges between Manila and Beijing.

    Igloo, Angkas partner to insure riders

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    RFM rewards shareholders with cash dividend

    RFM Corp. said its board has approved a P300 million cash dividend, reinforcing the listed food company's commitment to shareholder returns after a solid performance in 2025.

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    Manila’s visa-free gamble: Will Chinese visitors return?

    The Philippines has opened its doors wider to Chinese tourists with a new policy granting 14-day visa-free entry—but the real question is whether travelers from the world’s largest and most dynamic tourism market will actually walk through.

    DA orders FTI to buy mung beans, chili to steady prices, cut imports

    Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has directed state-owned Food Terminal Inc. (FTI) to buy large volumes of mung beans and chili peppers directly from local farmers to stabilize prices and reduce dependence on imports.

    Globe, Starlink bring cell towers spaceward

    Globe Telecom has made history by becoming the first mobile network operator to launch Starlink’s Direct to Cell (DTC) satellite service in the Philippines and Southeast Asia—and the second in Asia—marking a major leap toward universal mobile connectivity in the country.

    MacroAsia breaks ground on aviation hub

    MacroAsia Corp. (MAC), through its majority-owned unit MacroAsia Airport Services Corp. (MASCORP), has begun construction of a new six-story headquarters aimed at strengthening its aviation services operations, following a formal groundbreaking ceremony held today.
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