Tag: Philippines

Browse our exclusive articles!

UN sees Philippines racing ahead regionally

The Philippine economy is poised for a faster growth run in the next two years, cementing its place among Southeast Asia’s top performers, according to the United Nations’ World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report released January 8.

Philippines seal first Middle East FTA

The Philippines is set to clinch its first free trade agreement with a Middle Eastern nation, with the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the United Arab Emirates next week, a move expected to widen Manila’s commercial footprint in the Gulf.

Taiwan, Philippines to deepen trade ties in 2026

Taiwan is poised to expand its economic footprint and people-to-people links with the Philippines in 2026, building on a year of growing momentum in trade, investment, and community engagement between the two sides.

Philippines climbs global Government AI ranking

The Philippines jumped seven places to 49th in the latest Government AI Readiness Index, cementing its position in the top quantile of 195 countries...

Pinoys floor Singapore, march toward SEA Games gold

The Philippine National Men’s Floorball team passed its first real acid test at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games—and did so with authority—outlasting regional rival Singapore, 6–4, to all but book a ticket to the gold-medal match.

Popular

Business, consumer loans power faster credit growth in March

Bank lending and domestic liquidity both accelerated in March 2026, signaling stronger economic activity as businesses borrowed more for expansion and households continued spending.

SM Hotels Sweep Multiple Honors at Global Awards

Two of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation’s (SMHCC) flagship properties captured multiple accolades at the Haute Grandeur Global Awards 2026, cementing the group’s reputation as a leader in regional hospitality.

DOE, French firm push hydrogen power in PH

The Department of Energy (DOE) and French firm Hydrogène de France Energy are optimistic about using hydrogen for cleaner energy generation in the Philippines.

House impeaches VP Duterte anew

Vice President Sara Duterte was impeached anew by the House of Representatives on Monday, after 255 lawmakers endorsed the complaint resolution that will be transmitted to the Senate for trial. The total was more than double the minimum requirement of 106 votes and 40 higher than the 215 votes that backed a largely similar complaint last year, which was later stopped by the Supreme Court from proceeding to a Senate trial. During Monday’s vote, 26 lawmakers voted against the impeachment resolution, while nine abstained. Duterte was impeached over allegations of unexplained wealth, betrayal of public trust, graft, and misuse of confidential funds. The vote came shortly after a change in leadership in the Senate.

Subscribe

spot_imgspot_img