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Gov’t pushes urgent carpooling plan as fuel prices surge

The government is planning to launch a carpooling program to help reduce transportation costs and traffic congestion amid rising fuel prices caused by tensions in the Middle East.

DA steps up onion purchases in Mindoro to shield farmers and consumers against price swings

The Department of Agriculture (DA), through its state-run Food Terminal Inc. (FTI), has launched a major intervention in Occidental Mindoro, ramping up purchases of onions to stabilize farm prices and avert supply shocks.

Tons of trash gone, mangroves planted in marine pollution cleanup drive

The Metro Pacific Investments Foundation (MPIF) rallied 2,894 volunteers across eight sites nationwide for its largest Shore It Up! Weekend yet, removing 2.3 metric tons of marine litter and planting 600 mangroves. The annual coastal and marine conservation event took place in Del Carmen, Siargao; Alaminos, Pangasinan; Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro; Medina, Misamis Oriental; Cordova, Cebu; Marinduque; Mabini, Batangas, with support from the Tubbataha Reefs Management Office and the Resort Owners Association of Mabini, Batangas.

BSP eyes closer financial ties with Switzerland after ambassador’s visit

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas signaled its openness to deeper cooperation with Switzerland following a recent meeting between its chief and a top Swiss diplomat.

Brother Philippines plans to stay long-term, expands product offerings

Brother International Philippines Corp., known for its printing machines, said it plans to continue operating in the Philippines as the local printing industry evolves.

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USDA targets Philippine market with trade mission

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will lead a high-level trade mission to Manila from April 13 to 16, aiming to expand market access for American farmers, ranchers, and food producers in one of Asia’s fastest-growing economies.

Clark Motorsports Hotel spurs experiential tourism investment 

A planned P1.5-billion boutique hotel inside the Clark International Speedway is set to anchor a new wave of investments in the Philippines’ fast-growing experiential tourism segment, combining hospitality with motorsports-driven attractions.

Philippine seasonal crafts post gains at  Ambiente

Philippine seasonal crafts exporters booked stronger sales at Ambiente 2026 in Frankfurt, signaling resilience and rising demand in Europe’s sustainable-luxury segment despite mounting global trade pressures.

Four firms extend price freeze; DTI tightens oversight

Four major manufacturers have extended a voluntary price freeze on basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) beyond the April 16 deadline, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said Monday, reinforcing efforts to cushion consumers from rising production costs.
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