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Public scoping set for proposed Zambales irrigation project

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)has scheduled a public scoping for the proposed Baquilan irrigation project in Botolan, Zambales.

National ID integration fuels digital finance growth

The integration of the National ID system with financial and public service platforms is gaining momentum, promising faster transactions, tighter security, and broader financial inclusion across the Philippines.

Fresh gas find re-energizes Philippine power sector

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the country’s first major natural gas discovery in more than a decade, a find that could extend Malampaya’s life and steady electricity supply.

Construction slump deepens amid flood control scandal

Construction activity in the Philippines continued to weaken in November 2025, with approved building permits pointing to a sustained slowdown as developers adopt a more cautious stance. 

Grounded gains, gathering upside momentum

Philippine equities continue to show underlying strength despite the PSEi’s recent mild pullback, which analysts view as a natural bout of profit-taking after a sharp advance.

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Cisco and NVIDIA make AI infrastructure practical 

If artificial intelligence has spent the last two years as corporate theater with lavish pilots and cautious applause, then Cisco and NVIDIA are now selling the stage itself.

The Days Ahead

Several things have changed over the past month. The global economy is now poised to face another severe slowdown and rising inflation as a result of the Middle East conflict. While the impact on countries may differ in magnitude, the oil supply shock will squeeze economic activity and raise prices significantly.

Grab expands electric taxi rollout nationwide push

Grab Philippines is accelerating its shift to eco-mobility, expanding the rollout of its GrabTaxi Electric service as electric vehicle (EV) adoption gains momentum across the country.

Shopee expands MSME roadshow to regions

Shopee is expanding its Tatak Pinoy MSME Roadshow across more provinces in the Visayas and Mindanao, scaling up a nationwide push to deliver digital skills training to underserved entrepreneurs.
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