Trade & Investments
PH, US target New Clark economic zone
The Philippines and the US are targeting a groundbreaking within the year for a planned 4,000-acre Economic Security Zone in the industrial district of New Clark City, according to Joshua Bingcang of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority.
Philippines targets 3 sectors for jobs boom
The Philippine government is pinning its next employment surge on three high-growth industries—business process outsourcing (BPO), semiconductors, and renewable energy, said Finance Secretary Frederick Go.
Philippines drives growth for Australian grapes export
The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) is bullish on the Philippines as a cornerstone market for 2026, citing sustained demand and a growing appetite for premium imported fruit.
Ube steals spotlight as global food trend darling
Once tucked away in Filipino kitchens, ube is now enjoying a vivid rise on the world stage. The purple yam that flavored childhood treats is turning into a global obsession, catching the eye of trend-watchers and coffee chains alike.
SBMA rolls out tariff relief to ease port costs
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is rolling out targeted, temporary relief measures to cushion port users from rising costs driven by volatile global fuel prices, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s energy emergency directive.
