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Meralco cuts rates for second consecutive month

Customers of Manila Electric Company (Meralco) are set to benefit from back-to-back rate reductions as the utility announced another decrease of P0.0409 per kWh in the electricity rate this September.

Gov’t seeks Australia partners to help modernize national transport system

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is seeking partnerships with the Australian government and Australian companies to help modernize the Philippines’ transportation system.

BSP co-chairs ASEAN Capital Account Liberalization meeting, advances regional financial integration goals

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Bank of the Lao PDR jointly led the 52nd meeting of the ASEAN Working Committee on Capital Account Liberalization (WC-CAL) held August 19–20, 2026, in Kuala Lumpur.

LRMC bolsters LRT-1 infra reliability amid severe weather 

The Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC), the private operator of LRT-1, has stepped up infrastructure work, maintenance efforts and operational rules to keep services safe and dependable amid bad weather hitting Metro Manila and nearby areas.

Foundever bags Silver at 2026 HR Excellence Awards for expanding Filipino career paths

Foundever®, a global customer experience (CX) leader, earned Silver in Excellence in Addressing Urban Workforce Challenges at the 2026 HR Excellence Awards. The honor recognizes its University and Community Partnership (UCP) Program, which links schools, local communities, and aspiring professionals to nationwide jobs and career pathways.

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Philippines leads ASEAN push to cut trade barriers

The Philippines is using its 2026 ASEAN chairship to push a more predictable regional trading environment, with lower trade barriers, faster customs processes and deeper digital integration emerging as priorities for businesses across Southeast Asia.

Starlink seeks NTC nod for two data transmission roles under Konektadong Pinoy rules

Starlink Internet Services Philippines Inc. has filed applications with the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to operate in two key data transmission segments: Core/Backbone Network Provider and International Gateway Facility Provider.

DigiPlus turns first Brazil revenue; maps more expansion beyond Asia

DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has started generating revenues from its Brazil operations, marking a key milestone in the firm’s push beyond Asia.

Aznar Shipping earmarks P504M for 2 RoRo vessels in 2027

CEBU-BASED Aznar Shipping Corp. will invest P504 million to acquire two new roll-on/roll-off passenger vessels next year, backed by proceeds from its planned initial public offering.
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