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CAB cuts fuel surcharge as global prices fall, lower airfares expected June 16–30

The Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) has approved a reduction in fuel surcharges following a sustained drop in global jet fuel costs, a change that will take effect from June 16 to 30 and expected to bring down the shipping rate for passengers and cargo.

PhilHealth eyes overhaul to cut health costs

Filipinos could see major changes in how healthcare is delivered and paid for over the next two years as the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) rolls out reforms aimed at strengthening primary care, expanding targeted benefits, and reshaping how hospitals are reimbursed.

Steel group urges rebar rules after disaster

The Philippine iron and steel industry is pressing regulators to fast-track the implementation of tougher construction standards, arguing that recent tragedies have underscored the urgent need for earthquake-resistant building materials in one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries.

DA eyes destruction of 650 MT spoiled Chinese onions over health risks

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is set to recommend destroying around 650 metric tons of abandoned red onions from China, pending final laboratory results confirming they are unsafe for public consumption.

PCC approves BlackRock unit’s P13.7-billion stake purchase in Aboitiz InfraCapital

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has given the green light for the sale of a 40 percent stake in Aboitiz InfraCapital Inc. (AIC) to Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), an investment firm under BlackRock.

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EastWest Bank names Kristine Romano as new independent director

East West Banking Corp. has appointed Kristine A. Romano as independent director, effective April 23, 2026.

GSIS welcomes Blancaflor as new board chair

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has officially appointed Atty. Ricardo R. Blancaflor as the new chairman of its board of trustees, effective June 10, 2026. He takes over the post previously held by Rodney Del Rosario Jr.

DTI, Leonio explore transformative Central Luzon estate 

Central Luzon could soon add another major investment magnet to its growing economic landscape as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) explores collaboration opportunities with Leonio Land Holdings, Inc. (LLHI) for a proposed Dual-Zone Eco-Innovation Estate that aims to blend industrial development, technological innovation, and sustainable tourism.

Universal healthcare needs more than PhilHealth alone 

Universal healthcare in the Philippines may be gaining momentum through expanded PhilHealth benefits, but healthcare leaders say the path to affordable care extends far beyond the state insurer’s coverage packages.
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