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China proposing its own nuclear power agreement with Manila

China has offered the Philippines an opportunity to capitalize on its technology either to revive the mothballed Bataan Nuclear Power Plant (BNPP) or build a new small modular nuclear reactor (SMR).

January GIR rises to $99.7B

The country’s gross international reserves (GIR), an indicator of capacity to pay for trade and debt obligations, rose to $99.7 billion as of end-January 2023 from the end-December 2022 level of $96.1 billion. 

DOF chief says improved agri sector, energy security to stabilize inflation

The Department of Finance (DOF) believes improved productivity in the agriculture sector and stable energy supply will help tame inflation that pushed past expectations...

DBM urges public to participate in preparation of 2024 budget

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is urging the public to participate in the government's budget preparation process to ensure a responsive allocation and contribute to the achievement of the country's development goals.
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January inflation accelerated to 8.7% on year

The rate of change in the price of consumer goods and services accelerated to 8.7 percent year-on-year in January, its fastest pace since the 9.1 percent recorded in November 2008, on account of higher cost of house rental, utilities, food and transportation.

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The seaside tree hiding the next skincare goldmine

Scientists have found that the humble bitaog tree—also known as Palo Maria, Tamanu Tree, Dangkalan, or Alexandrian laurel—that are common along Philippine coastlines and often overlooked, produces an oil rich in compounds prized by the skincare industry. 

HABI weaves stronger future for Philippine textiles 

Every handwoven Philippine textile tells a story. HABI: The Philippine Textile Council wants to make sure buyers know the difference between an authentic heirloom and an imitation dressed up in tradition.

North America flights lift Philippine tourism growth

Airlines are ramping up flights between North America and the Philippines as robust demand continues to buck a broader slowdown in outbound travel from the US and Canada, reinforcing confidence in one of the country's most valuable tourism markets.

Naomi Johnson sets 400-m record in heat, wins silver in final

Naomi Johnson arrived in Ordos, China, chasing a medal. She left carrying something even heavier, a shiny silver, and a brand-new Philippine record.

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