Transport & Communications
Pact signed keeping Metro Manila connected during major disasters
Globe Telecom Inc. and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) have signed an agreement to make sure communication services stay up and running in Metro Manila even during large-scale disasters, including a worst-case earthquake.
Toyota incentives shrink beside taxes, export muscle
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) has tapped P2.9 billion in tax payment credits under the government’s Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) program, but the incentives pale beside the scale of the carmaker’s taxes paid and export footprint, according to government and industry data.
DICT sets high bar for cybersecurity testing with new accreditation framework
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has launched a new framework that sets strict national standards for who can test the cybersecurity systems of government agencies and key institutions.
DOTr rejects MMDA plan allowing carpools on EDSA Busway
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has rejected a proposal by the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to allow carpooling on the EDSA Busway, saying it would undermine the busway’s purpose.
Toyota accelerates electric vehicle expansion for 2026
Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) is ramping up its growth and electrification strategy, announcing plans to roll out five new models in 2026 as it builds on strong sales momentum and demand for locally-produced vehicles.
