SC ruling strengthens Philippine nickel sector confidence
A recent Supreme Court decision dismissing a Writ of Kalikasan petition against Hinatuan Mining Corp. is seen by the Philippine nickel industry as a boost to investor confidence and regulatory stability.
Paraguay pushes trade, investment, ties with Philippines
Paraguay is seeking to strengthen trade, investment, and diplomatic ties with the Philippines and the broader Southeast Asian region, President Santiago Peña said Monday during the signing of key bilateral agreements.
Travel agencies urge clearer BIR tax rules
A leading Philippine travel association is pressing the government to clarify tax rules for agency transactions, warning that inconsistent interpretations by Revenue District Offices (RDOs) are driving up compliance costs and sparking audit disputes.
Yindjibarndi Energy renewable venture starts construction
Yindjibarndi Energy Corp., a partnership between the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corp. and Philippine-listed renewable energy firm ACEN Corp., will begin construction of the Jinbi Solar Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region after reaching Financial Close and securing a 30-year power purchase agreement with Rio Tinto.
Finance, real estate drive PH FDI growth
Foreign direct investments (FDIs) flowing into the Philippines reached a net inflow of US$590 million in February 2026, bringing the total for the first two months of the year to US$1 billion, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
