Singapore-based Total Advanced Future Technology Pte. Ltd. (TAFT) is set to invest P3.6 billion in a new manufacturing facility at the Light Industry and Science Park IV (LISP IV), a move expected to accelerate the Philippines’ push to attract high-value, export-oriented industries.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) has approved an amendment to the supplemental agreement of B/E Aerospace B.V. – Philippine Branch, a move seen to improve efficiency and ensure continuity in the firm’s export-oriented operations.
The planned expansion of Tong Hsing Electronics Phils., Inc. in Laguna is set to strengthen the Philippines’ position in the global electronics value chain, according to the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA).
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) remains upbeat on attracting investments despite mounting global uncertainties, positioning the Philippines as a stable hub for firms targeting both Western and fast-growing Asian markets.
Rising global oil prices, fueled in part by Middle East tensions, are increasingly pressuring export-oriented firms. The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is acting to shield its locators by boosting logistics efficiency within ecozones, Director General Tereso Panga said.
Filipino motorists face yet another round of pump price increases this coming Tuesday, underscoring the ongoing volatility of domestic fuel costs driven by compounding international crises. According to Jetti Petroleum president Leo Bellas, gasoline prices are projected to rise between P1 and P1.50 per liter, while diesel prices could jump by P1.75 to P2.25 per liter. This upcoming price hike follows the previous week’s substantial surge of P2.49 per liter for gasoline, P3.84 for diesel, and P5.01 for kerosene, highlighting how rapidly fuel rates are creeping higher almost every single week.
Damage to the agriculture sector from the southwest monsoon (habagat) enhanced by Tropical Cyclones Luis, Maymay, and Neneng has risen to ₱1.79 billion, the Department of Agriculture (DA) reported in its 10 a.m. advisory on August 22.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has launched a stricter, nationwide campaign against counterfeit, unregistered, adulterated, and illegally produced farm inputs, moving to shield farmers from financial and livelihood losses while ensuring fair competition for legitimate industry players.