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MinDA accelerates Mindanao Rail, connectivity via PPPs

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The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is fast-tracking key infrastructure initiatives in Mindanao, including the 428-kilometer Mindanao Transport Connectivity Improvement Project and the long-delayed Mindanao Railway Project, through public-private partnerships (PPP).

Broad coalition seals pact for cleaner builds

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A rare alliance of government, church, business and local executives has formalized a transparency push aimed at tightening oversight of billions of pesos in public works.

PCCI seeks fast lane for infrastructure delivery

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The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is pushing for a “green lane” system for public works contractors, aiming to speed up infrastructure delivery and rebuild confidence in government spending.

Former Public Works chief leaves Petron board

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After more than a decade of service, former Public Works Secretary Jose P. de Jesus is stepping down from the board of Petron Corporation, the country’s largest oil company. His resignation, effective end of January 2026, was for “personal reasons,” and Petron has yet to name a replacement.

CARS incentives finally shift into gear 

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Government incentives under the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) Program could finally begin flowing this year, with funding initially sourced from declared savings of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
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UNIQLO expands Philippine footprint with bigger stores

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UNIQLO is expanding its Philippine retail network with three new stores and three larger locations for Fall/Winter 2026, extending its reach into Mindanao, major transport hubs, and fast-growing residential markets.

DOT faces P6B tourism infrastructure gap

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The Department of Tourism is facing a P6.02-billion funding gap for 28 infrastructure projects after the Department of Public Works and Highways shifted responsibility for financing new and continuing tourism projects to the DOT, but the proposed funding was not included in the 2027 national budget.

₱5.52-T Green Lane pipeline stuck in pre-development

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Green Lane investments worth a total P5.52 trillion remain stuck in pre-development, exposing the gap between faster government approvals and actual project execution, while 10 renewable energy projects worth P137.47 billion have already been dropped after their service contracts were surrendered.

Philips shifts home security toward smart living 

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Philips is repositioning home security as a lifestyle upgrade, focusing less on fear of break-ins and more on giving households control over who can enter their homes and access their valuables.

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