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DA steps in as palay prices drop in some areas

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is taking action to stabilize palay (unhusked rice) prices after declines were reported in several major rice-producing provinces.

Globe boosts network readiness to minimize outages during power disruptions

Globe Telecom Inc. is strengthening its network operations to keep customers connected during power outages and reduce service interruptions.

TRB approves toll collection for final CAVITEX C5 link segment starting May 5

The Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) has approved toll collection for the final section of the CAVITEX C5 Link, known as Segment 3B, beginning May 5, 2026.

ASEAN urged to treat climate change as economic threat, not just environmental issue

Finance and environment officials in Southeast Asia are calling for a major shift in how governments respond to climate change, warning that its impacts are no longer just environmental—but economic.

Air China route boosts China tourism rebound

The Philippines is stepping up its push to revive Chinese arrivals, welcoming Air China’s inaugural Chongqing–Manila (CKG–MNL) flight on May 2 as a key milestone in rebuilding one of its most vital tourism markets.

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Gokongwei, Salazar named MAP Management Persons of the Year

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has named JG Summit Holdings Inc. President and CEO Lance Y. Gokongwei and PHINMA Corporation President and COO Dr. Chito B. Salazar as its 2026 Management Persons of the Year, recognizing their contributions to corporate transformation, education and inclusive economic growth.

DOF targets cheaper remittances, faster development financing

The Department of Finance (DOF) is pursuing lower remittance costs and faster access to development financing, targeting transaction expenses that weigh on Filipino households and administrative delays that can slow government programs.

FAST charts Cebu expansion after return to Chiongbian family

FAST Logistics Group is looking to expand its presence in Cebu following its return to the Chiongbian family, sharpening its focus on the province as a base for strengthening supply chains and helping local businesses reach markets nationwide.

Limlingan takes SSS helm, eyes loans, investment returns

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has appointed finance and investment veteran Victor Alfonso Limlingan as president and chief executive officer of the Social Security System (SSS), effective October 16, 2026, placing loan expansion and pension fund investment performance at the center of his incoming agenda.
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