Economy
Philippines defends US IP delisting
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is pushing back firmly against any suggestion that Manila should return to Washington’s intellectual property watch list, arguing its removal remains “fully warranted.”
GCC surge reshapes IT-BPM landscape
Global capability centers (GCCs) are poised to outpace the broader information technology–business process management (IT-BPM) industry in both revenue and job creation, underscoring their growing role in the Philippines’ outsourcing landscape.
Hann Philippines bets big in education
Hann Philippines, Inc. is set to make a major mark on New Clark City’s growing landscape, announcing plans to build a world-class international school within its Hann Reserve development.
Brussels backs Manila trade push
A delegation from the European Parliament has thrown its weight behind efforts to revive negotiations for a free trade agreement between the Philippines and the European Union, signaling renewed momentum for a long-anticipated pact.
US firms eye Philippine growth
The Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York has launched the 2026 US Business Mission to the Philippines, pitching July’s inbound trip as a prime entry point for American companies chasing Southeast Asia expansion.
