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China, Singapore pursuing wind power project in Laguna

China's leading wind turbine manufacturer Goldwind and Singapore-headquartered The Blue Circle (TBC) are to pursue the development of the 100.8-megawatt Kalayaan 2 wind project in Laguna.

Restore some NFA functions in RTL extension, DA urges Congress

The Department of Agriculture on Monday urged Congress to restore the National Food Authority's function as a rice price stabilizer and increase its fund allocation for programs to enhance rice production and farmers’ incomes as lawmakers’ deliberate on measures seeking to extend the Rice Tariffication Law.

Meralco 1Q income up 11 percent; full-year income seen over P40 billion

The Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) on Monday reported an 11 percent increase in consolidated core net income over three months this year reaching P10.1 billion compared to only P9.05 billion last year.

DOTr urges LGUs quick adoption of mobility programs encouraging pedestrian power

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is urging local government units (LGUs) to step up the adoption of mobility programs with the use of human power to get from one point to the next.

Gov’t budget shortfall narrows in March, widens in 1Q

The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) on Monday reported a narrower budget deficit in March as higher tax collection and dividend remittances from government corporations overshadowed the increase in spending.

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Japan talks unlock Philippine farm export gains 

Philippines is moving to expand agricultural exports to Japan while simultaneously importing advanced logistics and post-harvest technologies that officials say could reshape domestic supply chains, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. said following meetings in Tokyo.

First Gen: New hydro projects to deliver P16B annual income by 2031

First Gen Corp. expects its upcoming hydro power projects to generate roughly P16 billion in net income annually once fully operational by 2031.

Tourism’s GDP share eases as spending slips

The Philippines’ tourism sector posted a more nuanced performance in 2025: employment continued to rise, but its overall economic footprint softened, pointing to a recovery that is steady in participation but uneven in value generation.

DA reforms El Niño Task Force amid threat of prolonged dry spell

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has reactivated its El Niño task force to prepare for a likely moderate-to-strong dry spell hitting in the fourth quarter of 2026 and lasting into early 2027. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized urgent, coordinated steps to shield crops, farmer incomes, food supply, and prices from harm.

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