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Philippines 1Q agricultural exports rise 11% to USD1.72 billion
Philippine export of agricultural products in the first quarter rose 11 percent year-on-year to USD1.72 billion, helping narrow the country’s deficit in the trade of farm and fishery products during the January-March period.
BSP held key interest rates steady, says cut may happen as early as August
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas kept key interest rates unchanged at its policy meeting on Thursday, noting inflation risks remain tilted toward the upside. Even so, the central bank dangled the possibility of policy easing as early as August this year.
NFA needs P16.3 billion for palay procurement in 2025
The National Food Authority will need P16.3 billion next year to procure the country's target rice buffer stock and additional budget to upgrade storage capacity.
Over 1 million Pinoys booked immediate in-region travels til June – survey
AirAsia Philippines on Tuesday projected strong operational performance in the second half this year on the basis of heightened willingness among Filipinos to spend on travel.
January-April tourist arrivals rise 14% to 2.12 million, led by South Korean visitors
Tourist arrivals in the Philippines rose nearly 14 percent in the first four months of the year to 2.12 million, with foreign visitors led by tourists from South Korea.
