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Philippines Drives Practical Reforms For Stronger ASEAN Business

As chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the Philippines is positioning itself to push for a more competitive and investor-friendly regional business environment, with a new forum aimed at translating policy dialogue into concrete reforms.

Lotte Pepsi targets Philippines as export springboard  

LOTTE Pepsi Cola Products Philippines Inc. is eyeing the Philippines as a potential ASEAN export hub for Korean beverages, signaling a strategic pivot that could expand its manufacturing footprint and deepen bilateral business ties.

Factory ambitions rise as power woes persist 

Japanese manufacturing giant MinebeaMitsumi is increasing its investment in the Philippines even as it wrestles with stubborn infrastructure gaps.

Marcos pushes ASEAN trade unity drive

As the Philippines prepares to chair the Association of Southeast Asian Nations in 2026, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is calling for deeper regional economic integration to restore the bloc’s role as a global growth engine.

Philippines weighs united ASEAN front on US tariff

The Philippines is weighing whether to push for a coordinated regional response to Washington’s newly announced 15 percent global tariff, as trade talks continue and no formal position has been adopted.

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EJAP members sharpen skills amid content creation boom

The Economic Journalists Association of the Philippines (EJAP) and San Miguel Corp. have renewed their decades-long partnership, continuing a legacy of keeping business reporters at the forefront of industry knowledge.

Manila Water Q1 net income rises  24% to P4.4 billion

Manila Water reported strong financial and operating results for the first quarter, driven by higher water tariffs, efficient operations, and disciplined cost management.

Alfamart expands nationwide operations with continued supoort from PLDT Enterprise

Alfamart Trading Philippines, Inc., the SM Group’s minimart chain, is strengthening its nationwide retail operations through its long-running partnership with PLDT Enterprise and Smart Communications.

LG unveils AI-powered Korean home innovations for Filipino families

LG Electronics showcased its latest AI-powered home innovations at the LG InnoFest 2026 APAC event in Busan, Korea, highlighting smart and practical technologies designed for Asian households, including Filipino families.

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