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MARINA issues new rules to boost domestic ship officers, simplify seafarer certification

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has released new guidelines aimed at increasing the number of qualified officers on domestic vessels and simplifying certification processes for seafarers.

Coins.ph  introduces rewards to boost user engagement

Coins.ph, the Philippines’ largest digital asset exchange and one of its fastest-growing mobile wallets, has introduced a points-based rewards program aimed at deepening user engagement through everyday transactions.

Marcos suspends LPG, kerosene excise taxes for relief

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has issued the executive order suspending for three months the excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene that aimed at cushioning households from elevated global oil prices amid an ongoing energy emergency.

Globe’s subsea cable investment seen to supercharge PH digital ambitions

Globe Telecom Inc is poised to significantly boost the country’s global connectivity with its entry into the Candle Cable System, a major subsea network across Asia, a report by BMI said.

DTI extends price freeze as fuel costs ease

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has extended the price freeze on basic necessities and prime commodities (BNPCs) until May 10, citing easing fuel costs that continue to help stabilize consumer prices.

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ADB boosts funding, reforms to match region’s pace

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) ramped up both financing and reform in 2025, committing USD29.3 billion from its own resources as it positioned itself to respond faster to mounting economic uncertainty across Asia and the Pacific.

Central Luzon anchors regional farm output in 2025

The Philippine Statistics Authority said the country’s agriculture and fisheries sector produced goods worth P1.79 trillion in 2025 at constant 2018 prices, with Central Luzon emerging as the top contributor.

Chinabank profit rise on strong core growth

China Banking Corp., the country’s 5th largest lender by assets, sustained its growth momentum in the first quarter, posting a net income of P6.8 billion, up 4 percent year on year, as lending and deposit activities continued to drive performance despite a still evolving interest rate environment.

Eala advances in Madrid, sets up Mertens duel

Alex Eala has kicked off her Madrid campaign off to a good start, easing into the second round of the Mutua Madrid Open with a composed 6-3, 6-3 win over Russia’s Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova.
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