BSP co-leads 3rd ASEAN+3 Task Force Meeting in Puerto Princesa
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), alongside the Philippine Department of Finance, Japan’s Ministry of Finance, and the Bank of Japan, hosted the 3rd ASEAN+3 Task Force meeting in Puerto Princesa City. Technical representatives from member authorities gathered to advance regional financial cooperation and stability, with support from the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO).
Philippines pushes ASEAN from plans to action
The Philippines is pushing Association of Southeast Asian Nations to move from setting economic agendas to implementing concrete measures as the region confronts supply-chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions and uncertainty in global markets.
Aznar Shipping profit jumps 155% as IPO looms
Cebu-based Aznar Shipping Corp. posted a 155-percent jump in first-half net income as revenue more than doubled, giving the ferry operator stronger financial momentum as it moves toward a planned initial public offering.
GSIS allots ₱8B emergency aid for members, pensioners in calamity-hit areas
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has allocated nearly ₱8 billion in emergency loans for 317,721 active members and old-age or disability pensioners across 16 areas devastated by Typhoons Luis, Maymay, Neneng and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).
BanKo unveils InstaCashKo line to advance BPI’s financial inclusion goal
BanKo (BPI subsidiary) launched InstaCashKo Line: a digital credit line (₱1k–₱10k) via BanKo App for salaried workers and micro-entrepreneurs. Designed for personal, emergency, or business working capital needs—easy application (1 ID), fast access, flexible repayment. Officially launched July 25 in Cubao with brand ambassador Kathryn Bernardo; limited-edition co-branded ATM card also released. Reinforces BanKo’s role in expanding inclusive access and customer resilience.
