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Semirara Mining and Power Corporation (SMPC) has criticized the Department of Energy (DOE) over auction rules governing the Semirara coal mine, claiming that procedural flaws and onerous conditions effectively prevent the long-time operator from participating in the bidding process.

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is calling for concrete policy responses to the country’s energy and food security challenges, warning that mounting business costs, global economic volatility, and trade disruptions are putting pressure on local enterprises’ competitiveness.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas expects the country to spend significantly more dollars than it receives over the next two years, projecting a balance of payments deficit of $9.2 billion in 2026 and $8.5 billion in 2027.

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has rolled out a monitoring network to keep a close watch on El Niño’s effects across the country, helping communities prepare early instead of reacting after damage is done. Using automated weather stations, satellite mapping, and digital risk modeling, the system delivers real-time data that turns complex climate information into clear, usable warnings for local governments, communities, and families.