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InLife moves to close Filipinos’ healthcare gap

Rising medical costs are putting more Filipinos at risk of a healthcare funding crunch, prompting Insular Life Assurance Co. Ltd. (InLife) to expand its health insurance offering for families seeking broader financial protection.

Citizen science turns Pasig River plastic into data

The Pasig River has long been a poster child for Metro Manila’s plastic problem. Now, scientists are asking residents to become part of the solution, one wrapper, bottle, and sachet at a time.

Prime Media adds two legal experts as directors

Prime Media Holdings Inc. has elected two seasoned lawyers as independent directors, strengthening its board with expertise in governance, constitutional law, litigation, and public policy.

Central Visayas pushes PPP pipeline for infrastructure

Public and private sector leaders are pushing for a stronger pipeline of public-private partnership (PPP) projects in Central Visayas, as local governments seek to accelerate infrastructure delivery under the Philippine PPP Code.

Cebuana Lhuillier insurance wins fifth Asia award

Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Brokers (CLIB) is doubling down on insurance accessibility after securing its fifth consecutive Domestic Broker of the Year — Philippines award at the Insurance Asia Awards 2026.

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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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