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Skyway-NLEX Connector seen to cut 2-hour Metro Manila trip to 30 minutes by 2027

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) expects to finish Section 2A of the Metro Manila Skyway Stage 3 by 2027, creating a key connection between the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), and the existing Metro Manila Skyway System.

BPI holds economic briefing in Bataan, highlights Central Luzon growth outlook

The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) gathered local business leaders and investors for an economic briefing focused on the outlook for Central Luzon and emerging investment opportunities in the region.

BPI VYBE offers free coffee promo with But First, Coffee

The Bank of the Philippine Islands has partnered with But First, Coffee to offer rewards for cashless payments through its e-wallet platform, VYBE by BPI.

Alternergy registers P5B green shares

Alternergy Holdings Corp., a listed green energy company, is opting for financial flexibility over speed as global volatility clouds capital markets.

Ports go smart: Philippines accelerated maritime growth

The Philippines is charting a bold course to modernize its maritime infrastructure, with the Department of Transportation (DOTr) leading the charge. At a recent CEO Forum in Parañaque City, Assistant Secretary Villamor Ventura Plan revealed the government currently oversees 43 active local port projects, with 27 already completed in 2025.

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Excise tax, VAT suspension risks fiscal hole, Senate told

The Philippine government could forgo as much as P272.83 billion in revenues in 2026 if excise taxes and value-added tax (VAT) on fuel imports are suspended, according to estimates presented by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) during a Senate hearing on March 11.

SRA holds talks with sugar industry on programs supporting prices

The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) met with local sugar producers, millers, and labor representatives this week to discuss ways to address current challenges in the sugar sector.

DA seeks more funds to expand fuel subsidies for farmers, fishers

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is exploring additional funding sources to provide fuel subsidies to more farmers and fisherfolk across the country.

PUV drivers to receive P5,000 fuel subsidy starting March 17

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) will begin distributing a P5,000 fuel subsidy to public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers in Metro Manila on March 17, 2026, as the government moves to ease the impact of rising oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.
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