To further strengthen bilateral relations between the Philippines and Israel, state-run Land Bank of the Philippines and the Israel Embassy agreed to explore more areas of collaboration to advance economic development in the country.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday ordered the removal of excise taxes on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene, a move aimed at easing household expenses while maintaining support for domestic producers.
Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan said the Philippine economy is unlikely to slip into contraction this year despite mounting pressures from a fuel crisis, although growth is expected to fall short of earlier government targets.
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is planning to extend the South Luzon Expressway Toll Road 4 (TR4) up to Matnog, Sorsogon by next year.