Transport & Communications
PH’s longest mountain tunnel completed in Davao
A major milestone was reached in the Davao City Bypass Construction Project as the north and south portals of the second mountain tunnel were successfully connected, marking a significant achievement for engineers and commuters alike.
DOTr launches bids for Visayas railway studies
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced plans to develop two railway systems in the Visayas—the Samar-Leyte Railway and the Panay Railway—as part of efforts to enhance regional connectivity and economic growth.
AirAsia revives Cebu flights amid tourism surge
AirAsia Philippines is set to reopen five key routes from its Cebu hub starting 15 November 2025, aiming to tap into the region’s surging tourism market and strengthen both domestic and international connectivity.
Smart doubles network speed in Iloilo with 5G standalone launch
Smart Communications, Inc., the wireless arm of PLDT Inc., has officially launched its 5G Standalone (SA) network in Iloilo City, effectively doubling internet speeds and slashing latency for subscribers.
DICT targets Tier 1 status in global cybersecurity index
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) is intensifying efforts to elevate the Philippines to Tier 1 status in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), a benchmark developed by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) that assesses national cybersecurity frameworks across five key pillars: Legal, Technical, Organizational, Capacity Development, and Cooperation.
