DOT sharpens tourism strategy to boost visitor value
The Department of Tourism is tightening its playbook, shifting from volume to value as it targets markets and segments that can deliver higher spending and longer stays.
Japan honors two Filipinos for strengthening bilateral ties
The government of Japan has named two Filipino leaders among the recipients of its 2026 Spring Conferment of Decorations, recognizing their roles in deepening relations with the Philippines.
Visa, BPI launch real-time global money transfer service
Global payments company Visa Inc. has partnered with Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) to introduce Visa Direct in the Philippines, a service that allows customers to send money abroad in real time.
ADB cuts Asia growth forecast, sees higher inflation amid Middle East crisis
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday lowered its economic growth outlook for developing Asia and the Pacific, warning that ongoing conflict in the Middle East is causing deeper and longer-lasting disruptions than expected.
Globe upgrades loan services for prepaid users
Telecom company Globe Telecom has improved its load and promo loan services for Globe Prepaid and TM users, making it easier for Filipinos to stay connected even without mobile balance.
