EastWest Bank names Kristine Romano as new independent director
East West Banking Corp. has appointed Kristine A. Romano as independent director, effective April 23, 2026.
GSIS welcomes Blancaflor as new board chair
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has officially appointed Atty. Ricardo R. Blancaflor as the new chairman of its board of trustees, effective June 10, 2026. He takes over the post previously held by Rodney Del Rosario Jr.
DTI, Leonio explore transformative Central Luzon estate
Central Luzon could soon add another major investment magnet to its growing economic landscape as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) explores collaboration opportunities with Leonio Land Holdings, Inc. (LLHI) for a proposed Dual-Zone Eco-Innovation Estate that aims to blend industrial development, technological innovation, and sustainable tourism.
Universal healthcare needs more than PhilHealth alone
Universal healthcare in the Philippines may be gaining momentum through expanded PhilHealth benefits, but healthcare leaders say the path to affordable care extends far beyond the state insurer’s coverage packages.
External debt edges down, remains manageable and resilient
The country’s outstanding external debt eased slightly to US$147.35 billion as of end-March 2026, from US$147.65 billion in the previous quarter, keeping the overall debt burden well within manageable levels.
