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NG delivers sustained revenue growth, matures beyond one-off windfalls as 4-month surplus hits P1.67 trillion

The National Government (NG) has demonstrated strong annual revenue collection of just under 14 percent, record-breaking efficiency and a pivot from "windfalls" to core tax sustainability in the past four years, according to Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) data.

Primelectric cuts rates across Visayas power markets

Primelectric Holdings Inc. is banking on cheaper power supply deals and market efficiencies to deliver the lowest electricity rates in the Visayas amid volatile global fuel prices.

NTA aasures purchase of all tobacco leaf harvests despite oversupply 

The National Tobacco Administration (NTA) confirmed it has secured commitments from traders and manufacturers to buy all flue-cured Virginia (FCV) tobacco produced this season in the Ilocos Region and Abra, even though supply is well above demand.

PH-China flights surge, tourism gains momentum

Three new direct flights between the Philippines and China are set to strengthen air connectivity and accelerate the recovery of the country’s tourism sector, the Department of Tourism (DOT) said.

WaHiki, 2 other NZ firms eye Philippines expansion, partnerships

WaHiki, a New Zealand producer of dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan coconut-based ice cream and yoghurt products, is exploring potential collaborations with Philippine firms, according to the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA).

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Aboitiz, DOE, NPC join forces for nuclear site studies

The Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed having signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Aboitiz Power Corp. and the National Power Corp. (NPC) to conduct comprehensive studies on potential nuclear power plant sites across the Philippines, including the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP).

Public scooping set for Surigao coal mining project

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) will hold a public scoping on June 2, 2026, for a proposed coal mining project in Lingig, Surigao del Sur.

Ayala, CP Axtra expand Makro’s reach

The Ayala Group has signed a cooperation deal with Thailand’s CP Axtra to improve Makro malls in Thailand, combining Ayala’s property expertise with CP Axtra’s retail network.

PEZA woos Australian firms, expansions accelerate

The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is stepping up its push to position the Philippines as a regional digital services and innovation hub, using the Digital Health Festival 2026 in Melbourne as a platform to court fresh Australian investments while securing expansion commitments from existing locators.
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