Economy

Allianz PNB Life is striking an upbeat tone on the Philippine economy, betting that steady growth, sound governance and favorable demographics will continue to power the local insurance market.

Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. has delivered Hull No. SC443, an 81,200-metric-ton dual-fuel methanol KAMSARMAX bulk carrier, from its Cebu shipyard—the first of its kind in the world.

The Abu Dhabi Cooperative Society (ADCoop) is moving to scale up the sourcing and distribution of Philippine-made goods across its UAE retail network, underscoring growing trade momentum between Abu Dhabi and Manila.

The Department of Trade and Industry is lining up tax relief and automation incentives to keep Philippine garment exporters competitive as costs rise and regional rivals move faster.

Business groups welcomed the signing of the Philippines–United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), calling it a strategic milestone that broadens trade reach, strengthens investment flows, and opens new pathways for exporters and small businesses.