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JCB marks 30 years in Philippines, joins 70th PH-Japan friendship commemoration

The Philippines and Japan established formal diplomatic ties in 1956, building a longstanding partnership centered on friendship, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange.

SJDM Bulacan Water supply risks worsen as Angat Dam levels drop

San Jose del Monte (SJDM) City in Bulacan has stepped up its emergency efforts as reduced allocations from the Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System (MWSS) cut the local water district’s daily supply from 70 million liters to 45 million liters.

PMFTC remains top local tobacco buyer for third straight year

PMFTC Inc., the Philippine unit of Philip Morris International, has maintained its position as the country’s leading purchaser of locally grown tobacco leaves for three consecutive years.

Consultations set for Negros Oriental geothermal expansion

Public consultation for the proposed 13.5-megawatt expansion of the Palinpinon 1 geothermal facility in Valencia, Negros Oriental will be held on August 13, 2026, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ Environmental Management Bureau announced.

Globe positions connectivity as essential fifth utility amid rising digital reliance in PH

Connectivity has grown to match the importance of traditional utilities such as water, electricity and transportation in supporting daily life and economic progress across the Philippines, according to Globe.

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ACEN unit signs deal for 49% stake in India solar project

ACEN Corp.’s renewable energy business is expanding its presence in India, with its subsidiary Unlimited Renewables Holdings B.V. (URH) signing agreements that could bring a new strategic investor into a solar project in Rajasthan.

PCC restores 30-day M&A notification deadline for deals 

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is restoring the mandatory 30-day notification period for mergers and acquisitions, tightening the timetable for regulatory scrutiny of major deals.

EJ Obiena defends Asian Games crown, sets record

Ernest John “EJ" Obiena defended his Asian Games pole vault title Tuesday, but the Filipino champion left Japan with something almost as intriguing as the gold medal: a six-meter question left unanswered.

Colliers flags property slowdown as developers turn selective 

The Philippine property market is slowing, but developers are not exactly heading for the exits. Instead, a weak economy, higher borrowing costs, and geopolitical uncertainty are prompting a more deliberate approach to launches, leasing, and expansion, according to Colliers Philippines.
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