Context Dispatch
Smart offers BNPL options via Billease
Smart Communications, Inc. has partnered with Billease, a leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, to offer more flexible and affordable payment options for its customers. The collaboration aims to support greater financial and digital inclusion by enabling Smart, TNT, and Smart Bro Home WiFi users to access services through easy installment plans.
CCPI hosts Ukrainian Ambassador in forum on resilience, partnership, and global cooperation
The Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), the country’s oldest business institution, successfully hosted a special forum featuring Her Excellency Yuliia Fediv, Ambassador of Ukraine to the Philippines, at its historic headquarters in Intramuros.
DPWH shuffles key officials to boost efficiency
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced a series of reassignments and designations affecting district and regional offices across the country, a move it said was aimed at strengthening transparency, efficiency, and continuity in public service.
Japan honors individuals, organizations for strengthening PH-Japan relations
Individuals and an organization in the Philippines have been named recipients of the 2025 Japan Foreign Minister’s Commendation, an esteemed recognition given to personalities that have made outstanding contributions to deepening mutual understanding and strengthening ties with Japan.
BOC seizes over ₱600M worth of illicit cigarettes in Bulacan raid
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) on Wednesday reported the seizure of approximately ₱605.29 million worth of smuggled cigarettes bearing markings from China and Vietnam during a warehouse raid in Plaridel, Bulacan.
