The Philippine government is preparing an executive order that would cut mining permit processing time by at least half, a move aimed at improving the country’s competitiveness and attracting fresh investment into its mineral sector.
Nestlé Philippines has been recognized for its leadership in advancing the country’s plastic waste management agenda, earning two honors at the 2026 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Recognition Program for its role in strengthening recycling systems and industry collaboration.
The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) has been recognized as an Environmental Sustainability Partner during the 2026 Gawad Kabalikat sa Kapaligiran organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB), highlighting the auto industry’s expanding role in the country’s environmental agenda.
The Philippines is positioning itself for a larger role in the US’ critical minerals supply chain, with fresh details expected as both sides prepare for a bilateral strategic dialogue next week, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said.
MacroAsia Mining Corp. (MMC), a wholly owned subsidiary of MacroAsia Corp. (MAC), has secured a major regulatory green light for its Infanta Nickel Project after the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) approved its declaration of mining project feasibility.
The Department of Energy has released the terms of reference for the seventh round of the Green Energy Auction, which will prioritize renewable energy projects in Mindanao.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) confirmed that the National Food Authority (NFA) is expanding its palay procurement efforts to boost the country’s rice buffer stocks.
Local fuel retailer Jetti Petroleum has warned that another significant increase in pump prices for gasoline and diesel is set to take place this week.
The Securities and Exchange Commission has formally adopted the latest set of financial reporting pronouncements to ensure the country’s reporting framework keeps pace with changing global accounting standards and growing demands for sustainability-related disclosures.