The outstanding debt of the Philippine government rose to P16.92 trillion at the end of May 2025, up nearly 1 percent from April, according to the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr). Despite the increase, the agency described the debt level as “manageable,” citing steady market confidence and prudent borrowing strategies.
Outstanding Philippine government debt ticked up slightly to P16.684 trillion by end-March 2025, a 0.31 percent month-on-month increase, signaling stability rather than strain.
Converge ICT Solutions Inc. has secured a historic triple distinction at the 2026 HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Awards, cementing its reputation as a leading Philippine employer. The fiber broadband and tech provider took home top honours across three categories: Best Companies to Work for in Asia, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Sustainable Workplace.
Ayala Corp. chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel has called on Philippine businesses to look beyond competition and work together on national priorities, arguing that long-term corporate success depends on a healthier, better-educated and more inclusive society.