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Davao del Norte cacao returns to export market after decade

Davao del Norte has reclaimed its place in the global cacao trade, exporting premium fermented cacao beans for the first time in more than a decade in a breakthrough that could open new opportunities for Philippine farmers in high-value overseas markets.

Philippines pitches flagship mines to capture minerals investments

The Philippines is stepping up efforts to attract global mining investors by showcasing its flagship copper and gold projects, positioning the country to capitalize on soaring demand for critical minerals driven by the energy transition and the realignment of global supply chains.

DTI, DOF back PEZA expansion beyond IT hubs

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Department of Finance (DOF) have approved the lifting of the moratorium under Administrative Order (AO) 18, clearing the way for more office developments to qualify as Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) economic zones and expanding location options for information technology-business process management (IT-BPM) investors.

Crackdown on bad cement gains industry backing

The country's cement makers are backing a tougher regulatory line on substandard products, arguing that stronger enforcement is about more than protecting the market—it's about protecting the buildings and infrastructure that rely on every bag of cement.

DTI courts wedding boom to lift Filipino MSMEs

Love may be priceless, but the business of saying "I do" is proving increasingly valuable for Filipino entrepreneurs.

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Philippines posts notable PISA gains; PCCI seeks policy continuity and stronger system alignment

The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has congratulated the Department of Education (DepEd), under Secretary Sonny Angara, on the country’s marked improvement in the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).

SEC halts Takoyadon owner’s illegal investment scheme; warns of further legal action

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a cease and desist order against Nego Food Solution Corp.—operator of the Takoyadon Japanese restaurant chain—and several individuals for illegally soliciting investments from the public.

Wholesale power rates rise 11.8% in August; Visayas and Mindanao see sharp, costly spikes

Average electricity prices across the Philippines in the Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) climbed 11.8 percent in August, driven by steep cost surges in Visayas and Mindanao even as Luzon rates fell, data from the Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP) showed Wednesday.

Gov’t intensifies El Niño preparations as climate risks grow

The government is intensifying preparations for a potentially severe El Niño, putting agriculture, irrigation, and water management at the center of efforts to limit the impact of prolonged dry conditions.

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