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Philippines targets 3 sectors for jobs boom

The Philippine government is pinning its next employment surge on three high-growth industries—business process outsourcing (BPO), semiconductors, and renewable energy, said Finance Secretary Frederick Go.

Aboitiz Airports hold first risk day to boost resilience

Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC) Airports has convened its airport units for its first-ever Risk Day, aimed at strengthening operational resilience and long-term stability across its growing network.

Fuel prices plunge; President Marcos promises relief

A substantial rollback in fuel prices will take effect next week, delivering much-needed relief to consumers, with diesel expected to fall by more than P24 per liter, gasoline by P3.41, and kerosene by P2, according to government estimates.

DTI Opens P2B EV Loans to TNVS

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has opened its P2-billion e-Transport Loan Program to transport network vehicle service (TNVS) drivers and operators shifting to electric vehicles (EVs), widening access to affordable green financing in the ride-hailing sector.

Philippines drives growth for Australian grapes export

The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) is bullish on the Philippines as a cornerstone market for 2026, citing sustained demand and a growing appetite for premium imported fruit. 

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Converge ICT, AmCham Visayas ally to advance central PH digital transformation

Converge ICT Solutions Inc. and AmCham Visayas have formed a strategic alliance to drive digital transformation across the Visayas, boosting economic growth and enterprise resilience. Through Converge Global Business, their partnership was highlighted at the recent “Digital Transformation in Action” forum at Bai Hotel Cebu, attended by executives, officials, and industry leaders who recognized robust digital infrastructure as key to innovation and modernization.

Cebu panel clears Monterrazas development to proceed

A Cebu City technical committee has recommended allowing the 118-hectare Monterrazas de Cebu development to proceed after finding that its inspected water-retention facilities exceed design requirements, according to developer Mont Property Group.

2Go, Sy-group firms launch centralized logistics-permit system

Logistics firm 2Go Group Inc. partnered with SMX Convention Center, Central Business Park, and SM Estates to roll out a unified permit and logistics facilitation system at SMX and Mall of Asia Complex, formalized via MOU Tuesday.

Indian firms eye $66.8M PH investments, 7,500 jobs

Indian technology and manufacturing companies are lining up as much as USD66.8 million in investments in the Philippines that could generate up to 7,500 jobs, strengthening economic ties between Manila and New Delhi while spreading new projects beyond Metro Manila.
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