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PH calls for regional support for its rail transit program

At the ASEAN RailCon 2026 held Thursday at the Asian Development Bank (ADB) headquarters, the Philippines appealed to ASEAN member states, investors, and development institutions to back its large-scale railway expansion program.

EastWest launches PERA products making retirement planning accessible to more Filipinos

East West Banking Corporation (EastWest) has introduced its EastWest PERA products to help more Filipinos prepare for long-term financial security.

BSP extends maximum repayment term for salary-based consumption loans to 7 years

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has adjusted rules raising the maximum repayment period for salary-based general purpose consumption loans (SBGPCLs) from the standard three years — extendable only to five years in special cases — to seven years.

Security Bank forum guides businesses on energy efficiency, incentives and sustainable investments

Security Bank recently held Sustainability Talks 2026: Energy Savings and Tax Incentives for a Greener Tomorrow, a forum for commercial clients to address rising energy costs and changing regulations. The event gathered regulators, industry experts and business leaders to discuss strategies for better energy management, cost reduction and compliance with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA).

PLDT Enterprise strengthens partnership with Xeleqt to advance AI-IoT solutions

PLDT Enterprise has deepened its collaboration with Xeleqt Technology Innovations, Inc. to support the expansion of Xeleqt’s Artificial Intelligence of Things (AI-IoT) ecosystem.

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Gov’t launches “The Philippines by Foot” campaign to promote mindful walk tourism

The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines has partnered with the Primer Group of Companies to launch "The Philippines by Foot," a new initiative positioning the country as a top destination for walking and mindful travel.

DA orders destruction of abandoned imported onion

A massive shipment of imported onions left abandoned at the Manila International Container Port (MICP) is now set for disposal after laboratory tests confirmed the cargo poses health risks, intensifying government action against deteriorating perishable imports clogging port facilities.

Sapu Masla River: From degraded waterway to revitalized lifeline

Once a vital source of food and livelihood for communities in Malapatan, Sarangani, the Sapu Masla River had deteriorated due to poor waste management and slash-and-burn farming practices. Uncontrolled soil erosion from deforested uplands carried silt downstream, turning waters murky, increasing flood risks, and threatening local livelihoods.

Meralco, PNP renew pact to fight power theft and facility pilferage

The Manila Electric Company (Meralco), led by Manuel V. Pangilinan, and the Philippine National Police (PNP) have reaffirmed their partnership to stop the theft and pilferage of power facilities and materials across Meralco’s service area.
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