Foreign reserves rise to $109.7 billion in October
The country’s gross international reserves (GIR) climbed to US$109.7 billion at the end of October 2025, up from US$109.1 billion in September, according to preliminary data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
DA suspends Netherlands poultry imports
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has temporarily banned the import of poultry products, including meat, eggs, and day-old chicks, from the Netherlands due to a recent bird flu outbreak.
DA optimistic as palay output surges in Q3
Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. on Friday announced a positive growth outlook for the agriculture and fisheries sector in the third quarter of 2025, with production value rising by 2.8 percent year-on-year, based on official government data. This growth was largely driven by stronger rice and poultry production, which together accounted for about two-thirds of the sector’s output.
Aramco acquires 25% stake in Unioil
Unioil Petroleum Philippines, Inc. announced on Friday the completion of its strategic partnership with Aramco, one of the world’s leading integrated energy and chemicals companies.
Data center leaders form alliance in boost to digital hub goals
Leading data center operators in the Philippines have officially united under the newly formed Data Center Operators of the Philippines (DCPH), aiming to position the country as Southeast Asia’s next digital hub.
