Economy
Major regional event expo to gather industry leaders in Metro Manila this October
The Event Experience Expo (E3) 2026 is set to return on October 28 and 29 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, bringing together top local and international event solution providers in a bid to drive innovation and efficiency across the sector.
Central Visayas pushes PPP pipeline for infrastructure
Public and private sector leaders are pushing for a stronger pipeline of public-private partnership (PPP) projects in Central Visayas, as local governments seek to accelerate infrastructure delivery under the Philippine PPP Code.
Philippine growth lifts poor, but shocks threaten gains
Economic growth has lifted millions of Filipinos out of poverty over the past 15 years, but many remain close enough to the poverty line to be pushed back by the next serious flood, conflict, or economic shock.
Nestlé seeks evidence before higher sugar taxes
Nestlé Philippines is urging the government to take a data-driven, consultative approach to any increase in the tax on sugar-sweetened beverages, arguing that higher levies should be judged by whether they actually improve Filipinos’ health.
San Miguel backs MSMEs through ASEAN partnership
San Miguel Corp. is strengthening support for micro, small, and medium enterprises through a partnership with the ASEAN Business Advisory Council Philippines aimed at expanding business linkages, supply-chain opportunities, and access to regional markets.
