Transport & Communications
More, not fewer motorcycle taxis are needed – UMTC
A transport group has slammed the proposal of a lawmaker to halt the operations of Move It, a local motorcycle taxi operator, as this could affect the lives of some 6,500 families.
Open internet policy ideal when content reaches all users
Policymakers must clearly identify the public interest at stake and assess the government’s enforcement capacity to identify the most suitable regulatory approach and instrument should the Philippines adopt net neutrality regulations, according to the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) discussion paper.
It’s time to limit how often we can travel abroad – ‘carbon passports’ may be the answer
The summer of 2023 has been very significant for the travel industry. By the end of July, international tourist arrivals globally reached 84 percent of pre-pandemic levels. In some European countries, such as France, Denmark and Ireland, tourism demand even surpassed its pre-pandemic level.
Maersk cutting at least 10,000 jobs as shipping boom unravels
Shipping group A.P. Moller-Maersk, reported a steep drop in third-quarter profit and revenue on Friday and said it would cut at least 10,000 jobs in the face of overcapacity, rising costs and weaker prices, sending its shares tumbling.
Japan-funded rail projects all on track as committed
The Department of Transportation on Friday said the railway projects funded by the government of Japan are all on track to full completion as scheduled.
