St Lukes opens country’s first inhaler clinic
St. Luke’s Medical Center has launched the country’s first dedicated Inhaler Clinic Service in Global City to improve treatment for patients with asthma, COPD, and other lung conditions. The clinic aims to address widespread problems in inhaler use, as studies show most patients do not use their devices correctly, resulting in poor symptom control and more frequent attacks.
ADB, World Bank unite to accelerate Pacific growth
The World Bank Group and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have launched their first joint projects under an unprecedented co-financing model designed to accelerate development in the Pacific while cutting red tape for governments long burdened by lengthy, overlapping procedures.
Growth without brakes: Toyota Motor reforests mangrove site
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) Foundation is shifting into environmental high gear as it adopts a National Greening Program (NGP) mangrove reforestation site in Pasuquin, Ilocos Norte. The move blends climate ambition, community uplift, and a hint of corporate swagger.
Converge relocates enterprise unit to BGC to support tech push
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has moved its Converge Global Business Group (GBG) to a new facility at the Asian Century Center in Bonifacio Global City, calling the shift a key step in its transition from a traditional telco to a technology-focused company.
SEC releases draft rules for sukuk issuance
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released draft rules for sukuk issuance in the Philippines and opened them for public comment. The proposal aims to ensure Shari’ah compliance, improve transparency, and strengthen investor protection in line with global Islamic finance standards.
