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DOE reiterates support for sustained decommissioning of coal-fired power plants

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The Department of Energy (DOE) on Wednesday reiterated its support to replace coal-fired power plants with renewable energy generators and lauded ACEN Corp. for voluntarily retiring its 246-megawatt South Luzon coal-fired power plant.

Japan signs 3 new grant contracts under the GGP scheme

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Japan Ambassador to the Philippines Koshikawa Kazuhiko signed three grant contracts under Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP) at the Japan Information and Culture Center Hall, Embassy of Japan in Pasay City. The total grant amount of USD 237,390 (approximately P13.27 million) will fund the construction of a one-story four-classroom high school building, provision of an ambulance, and provision of a portable chest X-ray machine.

Programs seen reducing road accident deaths by 35%

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The Department of Transportation (DOTr) targets to reduce road accident deaths in the Philippines by 35 percent by 2028 through implementation of various programs under the  Philippine Road Safety Action Plan. 

Laurel reworks rice import system with a mandatory bond

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Agriculture Secretary Francisco Laurel Jr. has overhauled the process by which rice stocks are fortified to ensure uninterrupted supply, saying henceforth rice importers post a mandatory bond equal to 10 percent of any shipment.

DOE all set for greater investor participation in green energy

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The Department of Energy (DOE) is sanguine that geography and reputation will help drive investments in the energy sector, more so now when the Philippines ranked high in the BloombergNEF Climate 2023 report as among the most attractive emerging markets for investments in the power sector.
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Globe makes self-care accessible with regional wellness benefits

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Amid busy daily schedules, Globe is making self-care easier to access with its new Wellness Pillar, turning mobile subscriptions into more than just connectivity.

Isuzu delivers five trucks to eCarga for fleet expansion

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Isuzu Philippines Corp. (IPC) has supplied five commercial vehicles to EEI Carga Digital Logistics Corp. (eCarga), adding delivery capacity as the logistics provider expands its operations to meet growing customer requirements.

Jollibee Group earns Golden Arrow honors again

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Jollibee Foods Corporation, widely known as the Jollibee Group, has once more earned distinction at the 2026 Golden Arrow Awards from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), securing two Golden Arrows for the second year running. This achievement also marks its fifth consecutive year receiving the prestigious recognition, reflecting steady progress in upholding high standards of corporate governance. The honor follows strong performance in the 2025 ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) assessment, where the company improved its overall score compared to the previous year. The Golden Arrow Awards recognize publicly listed Philippine companies that meet rigorous regional governance benchmarks, with the award granted to those achieving a score of at least 75 points across key areas including shareholder rights, stakeholder relations, transparency, board oversight, and sustainability. Group Global President and CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong emphasized that the accolade underscores years of dedicated work across the organization, noting that robust governance remains central to sustainable growth, greater accountability, and lasting value for all stakeholders. As the business continues to expand, the Jollibee Group affirmed its ongoing commitment to refining governance practices that support both strategic goals and the interests of those it serves.

Singapore Air unveils next-gen long-haul cabins; over S$2 B invested for better travel

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Singapore Airlines (SIA) has officially launched its brand-new next-generation long-haul cabin products, crafted around how passengers actually work, dine, relax, and rest in the air to deliver a more comfortable, personal, and intuitive journey. The investment totals more than S$2 billion across all four cabin classes—First, Business, Premium Economy, and Economy—as part of the airline’s upgraded end-to-end travel experience.

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