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ASE Philippines expands, powers high-tech export growth 

ASE Philippines is pushing deeper into the global semiconductor race with a 26,000-square-meter expansion at the Gateway Business Park–Special Economic Zone in General Trias, Cavite, reinforcing the country’s position in high-technology manufacturing and exports.

SNAP powers up Benguet energy storage expansion

SN Aboitiz Power (SNAP) has reached financial close for two new battery energy storage system projects in Benguet, marking another step in the company’s push to scale flexible capacity as the Luzon grid grapples with rising renewable energy penetration.

Globe profits hold firm in 2025 as data, GCash drive growth

Globe Telecom closed 2025 with solid earnings despite heavier depreciation and financing costs, underscoring how scale, data-led growth and digital finance continue to anchor profitability even as margins faced pressure.

Cruise lines gain altitude as airfares soar

Sky-high airfares are dampening wanderlust, but the cruise industry is sailing into the gap. As flight costs continue to climb, cruise travel is emerging as a cost-effective and convenient alternative for both Filipino and foreign travelers, according to Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) President Jaison Yang.

Nissan charts cautious road to electrification

As the Philippine auto market inches toward electrification, Nissan Philippines Inc. (NPI) is opting for a calibrated transition—scaling up electrified offerings while keeping internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles firmly in its lineup to match current market and infrastructure realities.

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Gun fire shots heard at Senate

Live broadcasts within the Senate building showed commotion within the second floor, with gun shots heard and uniformed personnel armed with long fire arms and clad in bulletproof vests trying to secure the area. It remains unclear what happened, with security personnel refusing to reply to media queries.

PH signs fisheries cooperation deals with PNG, Marshall Islands

The Department of Agriculture (Philippines) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources have signed new agreements with Papua New Guinea and the Marshall Islands to strengthen cooperation in the fisheries sector.

PH lifts ban on poultry imports from California

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has lifted the ban on poultry and poultry products from California in the United States.

Canada joins Luzon Economic Corridor partnership  

The Philippines showcased significant progress in legal and regulatory reforms during the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) Steering Committee meeting on May 12, highlighting efforts to create a transparent, competitive, and investment-friendly business environment.
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