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Metro Pacific Water ramps up capex for El Niño 

Metro Pacific Water (MPW) has earmarked P3.81 billion in capital expenditures for 2026 to fund key infrastructure upgrades in Iloilo City and Dumaguete City, as it moves to strengthen water supply reliability ahead of expected El Niño conditions.

Lapu-Lapu, BOI tie-up targets Cebu investment surge

A new partnership between the Lapu-Lapu City Government and the Board of Investments is expected to strengthen Cebu’s investment climate, with private sector participation—particularly from Aboitiz InfraCapital—seen as a key catalyst for long-term growth.

Manila Water strengthens heat safety measures for workers amid rising temperatures

Manila Water has rolled out additional safety measures to protect its workers and contractors from heat-related illnesses as high temperatures continue across Metro Manila’s East Zone and Rizal Province.

Electric cooperatives tapped to help bridge digital divide

The National Electrification Administration (NEA) and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to improve data transmission and internet connectivity across the Philippines.

CIAC rolls out activities for Ease of Doing Business Month

The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) will conduct activities in May 2026 to support Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month and improve government service delivery.

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When Manny meets Kiko: Pacquiao, DA chief join forces to fight poverty 

National Anti-Poverty Commission (NAPC) Secretary and Lead Convenor Manny Pacquiao is joining forces with Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. to strengthen government efforts to alleviate poverty, particularly among farmers and fisherfolk, who remain among the country’s most economically vulnerable sectors.

Business groups push back on proposed 200% beverage tax hike

Business groups and tax experts are urging the government to rethink a proposed more-than-200 percent hike in sweetened beverage excise taxes, warning that steep increases could squeeze consumers, hurt small businesses and fail to deliver the expected revenue and public health gains.

Lenovo unveils new AI PCs – performance without the premium price

Lenovo has expanded its Personal AI vision with a new consumer device portfolio that brings smarter, connected AI experiences alongside bold, style-focused designs — all at accessible price points.

Globe Platinum rethinks iPhone 18 launch with intimate dining events

Globe Platinum has reimagined the traditional crowded iPhone launch experience, rolling out intimate, simultaneous midnight unboxing events across Manila, Cebu, and Davao ahead of the nationwide iPhone 18 release.
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