The Philippines is strengthening its push to become a premier destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism, with the successful staging of the Tamiya Mini 4WD Asia Challenge (TMAC) 2026 highlighting the country's ability to host international niche events that generate both tourism and business opportunities.
The Marcos administration is ramping up workforce development efforts, expanding skills training, job matching, and wage initiatives as it seeks to improve employment quality and prepare Filipino workers for the changing demands of the economy.
Bartending has evolved from a temporary side job into a respected career path for many young Filipinos, requiring deep product knowledge, technical skill, creativity, physical stamina, and strong people abilities—qualities that have made Filipino professionals highly sought after across the global hospitality sector.
SM Prime Holdings Inc. officially introduced its new SM Seaside Cebu Arena to business and industry partners on Thursday, advancing development at its South Road Properties (SRP) estate.
Decades of efforts to connect the Philippines’ over 7,000 islands are nearing success, with full nationwide internet access expected by end-July, DICT Secretary Henry Aguda announced during the close of 2026 National ICT Month and the agency’s 10th anniversary.
PLDT Inc. on Friday announced completing the purchase of the remaining 65.1 percent stake in Radius Telecoms Inc. and taking full control of the connectivity provider. With the deal finalized, PLDT now holds 100 percent of all issued and outstanding shares of Radius.
International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) has handled four million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) at its Adriatic Gate Container Terminal (AGCT) in Croatia since taking over operations in 2011, underscoring the Port of Rijeka’s growing role as a gateway to Central and Southeast Europe.
The Philippines and Oman have concluded negotiations on an investment protection agreement that could strengthen the Gulf state’s participation in Philippine projects spanning energy, infrastructure, agribusiness and technology.