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SBMA port revenues up 8% as Subic bolsters supply security

The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is strengthening Subic Bay’s role as a logistics and supply chain hub, with its Port Operations Group posting an 8 percent increase in consolidated gross revenue to P874 million in the first half of 2026 despite global economic pressures.

PH-Türkiye air pact opens new travel opportunities 

The Philippines is set to expand air connectivity with Türkiye, doubling Manila-Istanbul flight capacity and creating more opportunities for tourism, trade, and business.

SM Hotels turns training into second chances

SM Hotels & Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) is using hospitality training to help Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs) build skills, find jobs, and prepare for reintegration into society.

Eala gets Ruse redemption, advances in Cincinnati Open

Alex Eala finally got her shot at Elena-Gabriela Ruse, but the redemption came with an asterisk.

Gov’t launches farm livelihood program reintegrating former rebels, linking peace to suatainable agriculture

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) are jointly rolling out a farm-centered livelihood initiative designed to turn former communist rebels and Moro separatist fighters into productive farmers, with high-value crops pili and ube leading the proposed enterprise options.

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Sugar imports only a market tool, not policy — DA chief

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. clarified that sugar importation is not administration policy but a temporary tool to stabilize prices and supply, as the government prioritizes technology and innovation to build a stronger, self-reliant domestic sugar industry.

R&I affirms Philippines A- rating, stable outlook

Japan-based Rating and Investment Information, Inc. (R&I) has affirmed the Philippines’ A- investment-grade credit rating with a stable outlook, citing resilient economic fundamentals, improving fiscal conditions, and manageable external risks.

Ex-Transporation chief elected to San Miguel board 

San Miguel Corp. has elected former Transportation Secretary and Philippine Airlines president Jaime J. Bautista as an independent director, adding a veteran of the aviation, finance, and government sectors to the conglomerate’s board.

Cybersecurity core to digital finance: Maya leaders

Filipinos’ growing use of financial apps has moved cybersecurity from back-end concern to central user experience, Maya executives said at the BusinessWorld Cybersecurity Summit. This shift reshapes industry practices, customer expectations, and regulatory needs.
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