The Philippines’ rise to 47th out of 70 economies in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook marks a notable step forward, but sustaining the momentum will depend on deeper structural reforms, stronger institutions, and accelerated digitalization of government services, according to the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA).
The Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) has extended to the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) the Silver Award representing the highest rating of 92.8 percent or “Very Satisfactory”, among 50 government agencies in the agency’s Report Card Survey (RCS) 2.0.
The Philippines is setting its sights firmly on Japan’s high-value horticulture market, using Green X Expo 2027 in Yokohama to boost exports, attract investment, and showcase the country’s shift toward climate-resilient agriculture.
A public scoping meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2026 for the ₱250–300 million broiler breeder farm expansion in Barangay Buenavista, led by DENR-EMB and proponent Charoen Pokphand Foods Philippines Corp. (CPFPC).
Phinma Corp. is eyeing Vietnam as a key new market to grow its already expanding network of educational institutions across Southeast Asia, company leadership has confirmed.