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    PCC clears Japanese firm’s Cebu Landmasters deal

    The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has approved the entry of Singapore-based NTT UD Asia Pte. Ltd. into Cebu Landmasters Inc.’s Luzon expansion vehicle, clearing the way for the foreign developer to acquire a 40-percent stake in CLI Luzon.

    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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    DA urges more investment in livestock, priority crops

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) called on farmers and local governments to invest more in livestock and key crops to reduce the Philippines’ heavy reliance on food imports, Agriculture undersecretary for operations Roger Navarro said on Wednesday.

    Partnership expands cancer prevention and care for consumers

    Manulife Philippines and Manulife China Bank Life have partnered with AC Health to give more Filipinos easier access to cancer education, early detection, and comprehensive care—addressing one of consumers’ biggest health concerns.

    Revisions trim Q3 GDP growth to 3.9%

    The Philippine economy grew slightly less than initially reported in the third quarter of 2025, after official data revisions shaved a tenth of a percentage point off headline growth.

    Cisco bolsters Partner Program for AI era 

    Cisco has hit reset on its partner strategy with the launch of the Cisco 360 Partner Program, a major overhaul shaped through 15 months of co-design with its global ecosystem. The move underscores Cisco’s belief that in a fast-moving AI market, partners are no longer just routes to market—they are the strategy.
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