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    PLDT, Smart boost connectivity and experiences at Sinulog 2026

    PLDT Inc. and Smart Communications, Inc. used digital technology to enhance the Grand Sinulog Festival 2026, offering improved connectivity, exclusive perks, and wider access to cultural and religious activities for Filipinos in Cebu and abroad.

    Former Public Works chief leaves Petron board

    After more than a decade of service, former Public Works Secretary Jose P. de Jesus is stepping down from the board of Petron Corporation, the country’s largest oil company. His resignation, effective end of January 2026, was for “personal reasons,” and Petron has yet to name a replacement.

    Philippines pushes action-first ASEAN business agenda

    The Philippines is steering the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN–BAC) toward an action-first agenda, vowing to turn long-standing regional ambitions into measurable outcomes as it assumes the council’s chairship in 2026.

    Philippine firms lag in cyber risk readiness as supply chain threats rise

    Organisations in the Philippines are among the least prepared in the region when it comes to managing cyber risks from third-party vendors, according to new research by global cybersecurity firm BlueVoyant.

    Prime Media leadership reset signals bigger ambitions

    Prime Media Holdings Inc. is about to turn a page—and possibly accelerate the plot.

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    ERC allows P31.34B recovery from terminated Meralco contracts

    The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) approved the recovery of P31.34 billion by four power generation companies following the termination of five power supply agreements (PSAs) with Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) due to a change in circumstances.

    PhilRice warns farmers of rice pest outbreaks in early 2026

    The Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), under the Department of Agriculture, is warning rice farmers to prepare for possible pest infestations in the first quarter of 2026, based on trends seen over the past five years.

    Monte Sur moves to mop up Dominion shares

    Dominion Holdings Inc. (DHI) is heading toward a possible ownership reshuffle after the company disclosed that Monte Sur Equity Holdings Inc. intends to launch a tender offer for all remaining DHI shares held by the public.

    SEC sets strict term limits for independent directors

    The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will enforce stricter term limits for independent directors starting February 1.
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