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BDO starts offer of Sustainability Bonds, eyes initial size of P5B

BDO Unibank, Inc., the Philippines’ largest lender by assets, said Tuesday it will again issue peso-denominated fixed-rate Sustainability Bonds with a minimum aggregate issue size of P5 billion. 

DA meets agricultural, fisheries councils to hasten sector development and modernization

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. welcomed the private sectors’ push for greater spending on agricultural infrastructure and mechanization to hasten the farm sector’s modernization, increase productivity, and ensure the country is food secure.

MRC Allied initiates transaction marking entry into telecommunications

The board of directors at MRC Allied Inc. has green lighted the purchase of shares of stocks of Bitstar Prime Holdings Inc. meant as its entry vehicle into the information and communication technology sector. 

SEC shuts down corporation selling financial, health benefits from mushrooms

The Securities and Exchange Commission has revoked the corporate registration of Infinity8Networks Digital Services OPC plus a fine of P1 million for illegally soliciting investments.

Sardines in massive beaching in Saranggani safe to eat, preserve if collected fresh

Sardines that recently rushed ashore in Saranggani province and collected by residents are safe to eat and excess supply may even be preserved or...

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P15-B World Bank loan to boost water access

The Philippines has secured nearly P15 billion in World Bank financing to expand clean water and sanitation services in underserved communities, as growing climate risks heighten concerns over water security.

DOTr invites European investors to join PH transport projects

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is calling on European businesses to explore investment opportunities in the country’s transport infrastructure, with the goal of better mobility and easier daily commutes for Filipinos.

CALAX nears completion, poised to reshape regional trade

MPCALA Holdings Inc. is advancing the final stretch of the 45-kilometer Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), bringing closer a continuous transport corridor expected to ease road congestion and improve logistics links across two of Southern Luzon’s key industrial provinces.

EU, PH hold second security and defense dialogue in Manila

The European Union and the Philippines convened their second Security and Defence Dialogue in Manila on today. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the rules-based international order and deepened discussions on regional security, with strong focus on maritime security, freedom of navigation and respect for the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). The dialogue follows the EU’s announcement of its first European Peace Facility assistance in Asia, a €15 million support package for the Philippines, underscoring the bloc’s commitment to regional stability. The meeting was co-chaired by Benedikta von Seherr-Thoss of the European External Action Service and Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Leo Herrera-Lim. For Filipinos, this partnership means stronger support for maritime rights, improved regional peace and security, and tangible resources to help keep communities safe.
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