The World Trade Center Metro Manila has hosted the Halal Economy Forum – From Farm to Finance, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs to highlight the country's growing opportunities in the global halal market.
The Philippines is advancing plans for a sustainable and resilient future, with a focus on clean energy, economic growth, and stronger public-private partnerships, officials said at the Pilipinas Conference 2025.
Fuel prices will see mixed changes this week, with gasoline dropping slightly while diesel and kerosene rise. The various retailers will implement the adjustments by Tuesday morning.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), under the direct supervision of newly minted Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go, on Monday announced the immediate and temporary suspension of all field audits and related operations, including the issuance of Letters of Authority (LOAs) and Mission Orders (MOs), following widespread taxpayer concerns over audit practices.
Oasis Hotel, a long-standing hospitality landmark in Angeles City, Pampanga, is stepping up its digital offerings through a new partnership with Converge Global Business, the enterprise arm of Converge ICT Solutions Inc. The collaboration will bring Converge’s advanced connectivity and hospitality platform, Content Plus, to the hotel—boosting in-room entertainment, digital services, and overall guest experience.
Philippine Airlines has resumed its seasonal nonstop service between Manila and Sapporo, operating from November 24, 2025 to March 27, 2026. The route, flown every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on a 168-seater Airbus A321neo, aims to capture strong winter travel demand between the Philippines and Japan.
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has begun acquiring properties for the Mindanao Railway Project (MRP), marking a major step toward the long-delayed construction of the region’s first railway system.
Asians are living longer, but many still struggle to feel financially secure in later life, according to the 2025 Financial Resilience and Longevity Report from Manulife Wealth and Asset Management. The study, covering Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines, found that most people prioritize quality of life over extended lifespans.