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Gokongwei Foundation’s ‘Iskolar ni Juan’ techvoc program opens career paths for young Filipinos

The Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF), in partnership with food and beverage industry leader Universal Robina Corp. (URC), operates the Iskolar ni Juan scholarship program to provide young Filipinos—especially those unable to afford college education—with a clear alternative pathway toward stable employment.

Japanese firm brings AI boost to bananas 

Filipino banana growers could soon gain access to advanced artificial intelligence and drone technologies as Japanese agri-tech company E-SupportLink Ltd. moves to expand its operations in the Philippines, potentially accelerating efforts to modernize one of the country’s most important export industries.

Tanita considers Philippines for new ASEAN plant

Japanese health technology firm Tanita Corp. is considering the Philippines as the site of a new export-oriented manufacturing facility, a potential investment that could generate about P2 billion in export sales and create around 500 jobs within five years of operations.

FAST powers up warehouses with solar expansion

FAST Logistics Group is ramping up its renewable energy investments, unveiling plans to install solar power systems across its nationwide warehouse network as it pushes to build a greener and more resilient supply chain.

Visa launches global learning platform to upskill PH payment experts

Visa has launched Visa University, a global learning platform that brings together the company’s industry expertise and real‑world case studies. Customized courses are now open to banking, finance, and payments professionals in the Philippines to strengthen technical know‑how and industry education.

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PAL takes delivery of second A350-1000

Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country’s flag carrier, has received its second Airbus A350-1000, continuing its fleet modernization program.

Industry giants build pioneering intelligent city, pilot in Makati CBD

Four major industry players—Ayala Corporation, Globe Telecom, Mitsubishi Corp., and KDDI Corp.—have partnered to develop the country’s first Intelligent City, with Makati Central Business District chosen as the pilot site.

Higher Pag-IBIG loan cap seen spurring economy

The government's decision to raise the maximum Pag-IBIG housing loan to P10 million is expected to do more than help Filipinos buy homes. 

Sardines, noodles lead fresh round of price hikes

Consumers may need to stretch their grocery budgets a little further as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) released an updated Suggested Retail Price (SRP) bulletin showing higher prices for several basic and prime commodities.
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