Digital payments giant Visa and mobile wallet GCash have announced a partnership to introduce a new, more secure way for consumers to pay for everyday purchases across the Philippines.
Motorists may finally see relief at the pump as local fuel prices are projected to decrease this week, marking the first rollback following five straight weeks of price hikes.
The World Bank Group has approved a USD268.6-million, or about P15.6-billion, water and sanitation project for the Philippines that is expected to create up to 46,500 jobs over the next 25 years while improving climate resilience in three island provinces.