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Gov’t welcomes “Chavit” Singson’s Dong Feng Motors partnership

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Wednesday lauded the partnership of Legado Motors Inc. of former Ilocos Sur governor Luisito "Chavit" Singson and partner Dongfeng Motors of China in bringing electric vehicles to the Philippines.

Globe lauds ban versus links in text messages

Globe Telecom Inc. on Wednesday lauded the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) mandate for telco companies to block text messages with clickable links, a move aimed at reducing online scams and fraudulent activities.

Bayad, RCBC renew digital financial services pact

CIS Bayad Center, Inc. (Bayad), a pioneer in the outsourced payment collection systems in the country, has renewed its partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), enabling inclusive financial services through RCBC Diskartech and RCBC ATM Go.

Cruise liner terminals rising soon across 5 island destinations

State-run Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) on Wednesday said it plans to build five cruise terminals in the near term as the country pushes to become Asia's next cruise tourism hub. 

President Marcos stalls push to implement Maharlika Fund

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stalled the rapid push to bring to life the Maharlika Investment Fund, seeking more time to review the details of the implementing rules and regulations, or IRR, to ensure safeguards are in place.

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Meralco strengthens earthquake readiness via full-scale drills

When the ground shakes, readiness cannot remain on paper. For Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), preparedness means putting plans, people, technology, and partnerships through their paces—before a real emergency does.

Philippines export streak hits 35-year high momentum

The Philippines’ export boom is showing signs of staying power, with merchandise shipments climbing 27.8 percent in August to USD9.11 billion—the highest monthly level in 35 years, the Department of Trade and Industry said.

SMPC rightsizes workforce; seawater inflows curb Acacia mine operations

Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) is adjusting its workforce as persistent and rising seawater ingress restricts activity at its Acacia mine, with flows now overwhelming existing pumping capacity.

Blu Girls’ Asian Games medal wait continues

The Philippine Blu Girls will have to wait a little longer for their first Asian Games softball medal after Chinese Taipei turned Saturday's bronze-medal match into a three-inning rout.
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