Tourism Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay on Wednesday announced a stronger government push to adapt to evolving travel patterns, unveiling plans to establish a Tourism Resilience Management Team as global uncertainties continue to reshape the industry.
As fuel prices climb, the Department of Tourism (DOT) is urging Filipinos to adopt more cost-conscious and responsible travel habits, while emphasizing that the country remains open to tourists.
The Philippine government and private sector are accelerating a joint push to position the country as a serious cruise tourism player, with plans for a dedicated cruise terminal in Metro Manila taking center stage.
Cebu’s turquoise waters and sun-kissed shores are enjoying a starring role in the global streaming spotlight, thanks to the new Korean drama Boyfriend on Demand, now charming viewers worldwide on Netflix.
The Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP) has cautioned regional wage boards against automatically following Metro Manila's latest minimum wage increase, arguing that wage adjustments should reflect local economic realities rather than establish a nationwide template.
The Department of Agriculture and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources are taking steps to save a key tool used against illegal fishing after a recent Supreme Court ruling. The high court recently declared Fisheries Administrative Order No. 266 unconstitutional, effectively striking down the requirement for commercial fishing vessels to install tracking devices and submit electronic catch reports.
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast is accelerating its push into the Philippine market by rolling out 21 motorcycle showrooms alongside a nationwide battery-swapping network, betting that convenience, rather than vehicle technology alone, will determine how quickly Filipinos embrace electric two-wheelers.