The Philippines has opened a new channel for regional cooperation on infrastructure financing, private investment and job creation after convening the first dialogue between Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) finance ministers and World Bank Group (WBG) President Ajay Banga.
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has cautioned electronic invoicing service providers against charging excessive fees as businesses prepare for the government’s mandatory electronic invoicing system, with compliance due by December 31, 2026.
Artico Cold Chain, the cold storage brand of AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC), secured two International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications in September 2026, strengthening its commitment to service quality, operational efficiency and environmental responsibility across its Philippine network.