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Philippines eyes bigger role in global trade after WTO meeting

The Philippines is strengthening its trade strategy following gains at the 14th ministerial meeting of the World Trade Organization (WTO), according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr..

Aboitiz Equity Ventures reports strong 2025 growth, pushes diversification strategy

Aboitiz Equity Ventures (AEV) has reported a 14 percent increase in consolidated earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) to ₱95.4 billion in 2025, driven by steady performance across its businesses.

MARINA grants 3-month extension for seafarers’ documents amid Middle East crisis

The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has approved a three-month extension for expired or soon-to-expire documents of Filipino seafarers who cannot disembark due to the ongoing security crisis in the Middle East.

Globe pushes digital trust as PH fraud rates rise

Globe Telecom Inc. said it is prioritizing digital trust as fraud cases in the country continue to rise to levels far above the global average.

Soil quietly logs climate’s carbon balance sheet

In the Agno River Basin, climate science is not just about storms and emissions reports. It is also happening silently underground, where soil keeps a running account of how land use decisions affect carbon storage.

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Mynt IPO likely to price below P10, analysts say

Mynt Inc., the company behind leading fintech platform GCash, may see its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) priced below the stated P10 indicative level, according to market analysts.

Aznar Shipping files IPO to fund expansion

Cebu-based Aznar Shipping Corp. has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to raise as much as P670 million through an initial public offering (IPO), as the regional operator seeks capital to expand its fleet and supporting infrastructure across the Visayas.

President Marcos secures $75M India pledges targeting rural health, digital rails

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. locked in strategic expansion commitments from Indian conglomerates, anchoring a diplomatic push with USD75 million in immediate investments from iSON Group projected to generate 2,000 local jobs.

DOTr rolls out monthly financial aid to PUV operators

Starting this September, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) is providing targeted financial assistance to transport cooperatives and corporations struggling with monthly loan payments, to keep modern public utility vehicles (PUVs) running and protect workers’ livelihoods.
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