Economy

Tanduay participated in the recent DTI Tatak Pinoy Expo 2026 held at SMX Convention Center Manila, showcasing its 172-year legacy of distilling excellence and innovative Filipino-made products.

A Philippine-led effort to build a domestic defense manufacturing industry is moving closer to reality, with Stone of Hope Defense (SOHD) seeking government registration for a project that could eventually lead to full-scale local production of firearms and defense equipment.

A meeting between Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan has opened the door to broader economic cooperation, as both countries look to build on five decades of diplomatic relations and explore new areas of partnership.

The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) is pushing for reforms that could give households greater freedom to choose their water providers, arguing that stronger competition can improve service quality, transparency and consumer welfare even in an industry traditionally dominated by monopolies.

Ube has gone from a local favorite to an international food phenomenon. Purple lattes, cheesecakes, doughnuts, ice cream and premium desserts have helped fuel a worldwide craze, turning the distinctly Filipino crop into what many now call the latest “purple gold.” The challenge is making sure the world knows where the best ube comes from.