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Lance Gokongwei joins PhilWeb board
PhilWeb has landed a heavyweight addition to its boardroom, welcoming businessman Lance Y. Gokongwei as director following his recent P2.03-billion strategic investment in the listed technology company.
AI-powered 911 upgrade boosts Philippines’ smart tourism push
The Philippines is strengthening its emergency response system with artificial intelligence-powered upgrades to Unified 911, a move aimed at easing one of the biggest concerns among foreign tourists and expatriates—getting help quickly during emergencies despite language barriers.
Global factors slow foreign investment inflows despite strong manufacturing interest
Foreign direct investment (FDI) slowed down during the first four months of the year, as international companies pulled back on lending and retained earnings, overriding a noticeable bump in fresh equity investments. According to the latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), this dip reflects a shift in how multinational companies are funding their local operations rather than a total loss of interest in the country's economy.
BIR digital award fuels next wave of tax reforms
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is accelerating its digital transformation drive after winning an international award for innovation, signaling its commitment to making tax compliance easier while improving the efficiency of revenue collection.
Investors shift to capital safety with PhilLife’s new zero-volatility wealth tool
The domestic financial landscape is undergoing a major shift as Filipinos increasingly prioritize capital preservation over high-risk market exposure.
Decade after ruling, allies reaffirm maritime rules-based order
Senior Philippine defense officials and representatives from 22 foreign missions gathered Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea, underscoring sustained international support for a rules-based maritime order amid continuing regional tensions.
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Lance Gokongwei joins PhilWeb board
PhilWeb has landed a heavyweight addition to its boardroom, welcoming businessman Lance Y. Gokongwei as director following his recent P2.03-billion strategic investment in the listed technology company.
AI-powered 911 upgrade boosts Philippines’ smart tourism push
The Philippines is strengthening its emergency response system with artificial intelligence-powered upgrades to Unified 911, a move aimed at easing one of the biggest concerns among foreign tourists and expatriates—getting help quickly during emergencies despite language barriers.
Global factors slow foreign investment inflows despite strong manufacturing interest
Foreign direct investment (FDI) slowed down during the first four months of the year, as international companies pulled back on lending and retained earnings, overriding a noticeable bump in fresh equity investments. According to the latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), this dip reflects a shift in how multinational companies are funding their local operations rather than a total loss of interest in the country's economy.
BIR digital award fuels next wave of tax reforms
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is accelerating its digital transformation drive after winning an international award for innovation, signaling its commitment to making tax compliance easier while improving the efficiency of revenue collection.
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Lance Gokongwei joins PhilWeb board
PhilWeb has landed a heavyweight addition to its boardroom, welcoming businessman Lance Y. Gokongwei as director following his recent P2.03-billion strategic investment in the listed technology company.
AI-powered 911 upgrade boosts Philippines’ smart tourism push
The Philippines is strengthening its emergency response system with artificial intelligence-powered upgrades to Unified 911, a move aimed at easing one of the biggest concerns among foreign tourists and expatriates—getting help quickly during emergencies despite language barriers.
Global factors slow foreign investment inflows despite strong manufacturing interest
Foreign direct investment (FDI) slowed down during the first four months of the year, as international companies pulled back on lending and retained earnings, overriding a noticeable bump in fresh equity investments. According to the latest data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), this dip reflects a shift in how multinational companies are funding their local operations rather than a total loss of interest in the country's economy.
BIR digital award fuels next wave of tax reforms
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) is accelerating its digital transformation drive after winning an international award for innovation, signaling its commitment to making tax compliance easier while improving the efficiency of revenue collection.
Investors shift to capital safety with PhilLife’s new zero-volatility wealth tool
The domestic financial landscape is undergoing a major shift as Filipinos increasingly prioritize capital preservation over high-risk market exposure.
Decade after ruling, allies reaffirm maritime rules-based order
Senior Philippine defense officials and representatives from 22 foreign missions gathered Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of the landmark arbitral ruling on the West Philippine Sea, underscoring sustained international support for a rules-based maritime order amid continuing regional tensions.
Australian-backed solar investor powers P3.34B Batangas expansion project
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has formalized the registration of Philippine Aurion Solar Technologies Inc., clearing the way for the expansion of a P3.34-billion manufacturing facility in Batangas as the Philippines positions itself as a rising hub for renewable energy production.
PH leads emerging markets in investor transparency, credibility rankings
The Philippines has emerged as the top-performing emerging market for investor relations and one of the global leaders in sovereign debt transparency, a distinction the Department of Finance (DOF) said strengthens the country's appeal to foreign investors and could help unlock more investments, jobs and economic growth.
Iloilo emerges as Philippines’ next provincial office powerhouse
Iloilo is no longer merely an alternative to Metro Manila and Cebu. It is increasingly becoming a destination in its own right for businesses seeking growth, talent, and room to expand, according to a new Colliers Philippines market report.
Clark Airport boosts gov’t coffers with record dividends
The Clark International Airport Corporation (CIAC) has delivered a major financial boost to the country by remitting a record-breaking ₱585.71 million in dividends to the National Treasury.