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Philippines bolsters tourism strategy amid shifting demand

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.

China tourism rebounds, but Philippines still lags

China’s once-dominant role in Philippine tourism is stirring back to life, but the recovery remains uneven and well below pre-pandemic highs.

DOT pushes value travel as fuel costs rise

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.

Metro Manila cruise terminal plan gains momentum

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 steals spotlight in Netflix’s K-drama ‘Boyfriend on Demand’

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.

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ECOP urges regions to resist copying NCR wage hike

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.

Gov’t appeals SC ruling barring mandatory vessel tracking system 

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.

Fuel prices roll back this week as PH supply improves

The Department of Energy (DOE) confirmed an across-the-board fuel price rollback starting August 3, ending five consecutive weeks of increases.

VinFast expands battery swapping to drive Philippine EV adoption

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.

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