The British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP) is calling on the Philippine government to expand pork import quotas at preferential tariff rates,...
The Asian Development Bank has approved a USD400-million policy-based loan to drive government reforms aimed at positioning the Philippines as premier investment destination in Asia and the Pacific.
The Philippines is heading into 2026 with economic resilience that continues to impress global observers—but experts warn that sustaining momentum will demand sharper reforms and more agile policymaking.
The Philippines made a confident entrance at the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) World 2025 in Dubai, its first-ever participation in one of the industry’s most influential gatherings.
Philippine exports to the US—supercharged for months by aggressive front-loading—are expected to return to more typical levels soon as tariff pressures ease and the trade environment settles, according to Export Marketing Bureau Director Bianca Sykimte.
The Department of Transportation has approved 12 major rail projects valued at over $30 billion, marking a significant shift after decades of slow progress in the country's transit sector. Undersecretary for Railways Timothy John Batan reported that seven of these major projects are currently under construction, one is finished, and six are slated to open within the next seven years. In a push for environmental sustainability, all 12 networks are designed as fully electric railway systems.
Meralco clarified that customers with pending billing disputes will not have their power cut, and do not need to pay the contested amount while their cases are being reviewed. The announcement follows recent social media concerns over billing issues. The firm also noted that the Energy Regulatory Commission’s nationwide suspension on disconnections for all unpaid bills from May to July 2026 remains in effect. Meralco urged customers to raise questions through official channels, adding that all concerns are being assessed and resolved promptly.
Globe has maintained its top position in the Philippine mobile market, boosted by ongoing investments in network quality, customer experience and new technologies.