Economy
PEZA rolls out ESG tool for exporters
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is stepping up its sustainability push with the launch of a digital platform designed to help exporters strengthen environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting as global buyers and investors place greater scrutiny on sustainability performance.
TPB Philippines secures P63.4 million sales leads at ITB China 2026
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines generated a total of P63.4 million in potential sales leads during its participation in ITB China 2026, held in Shanghai, China from May 26 to 28.
Remittances rise in April 2026: OF inflows stay strong amid global economic challenges
Cash remittances from overseas Filipinos (OFs) kept growing in April 2026, showing remarkable resilience even as global economic conditions remain difficult.
BIR collections surge in May on extended filing
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) posted stronger-than-expected revenue collections in May, buoyed by the extended tax filing season and continued taxpayer compliance despite disruptions caused by the recent energy crisis.
Counterfeit trade goes digital, IPOPHL seeks tougher crackdown
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is pushing for tighter enforcement, stronger inter-agency coordination, and targeted legal reforms as the country's counterfeit trade increasingly migrates from shopping centers to online marketplaces.
