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Philippine GDP remains one of Asia’s fastest growing in 2Q; growth 5.5%

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The Philippine economy expanded by 5.5 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, the Philippine Statistics Authority reported, reflecting sustained domestic activity across sectors.

Philippines stuns Iran, wins 2025 Women’s Ice Hockey Asia Cup

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It was bound to happen—a rematch a year in the making, and this time, the ending was different. The Philippines and Iran—undefeated and dominant all tournament long—clashed in a high-stakes finale Friday at the 2025 Women’s Ice Hockey Asia Cup in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. 

Philippine debt edges higher, still controlled

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Outstanding Philippine government debt ticked up slightly to P16.684 trillion by end-March 2025, a 0.31 percent month-on-month increase, signaling stability rather than strain.

ADB forecasts strong Philippine growth, ‘Blue Economy” opportunities

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has forecast that the Philippine economy will grow at a robust pace of 6.0 percent in 2025 and 6.1 percent in 2026, driven by strengthened domestic demand and sustained public investment. This growth follows a 5.6 percent expansion in 2024.
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Business, consumer loans power faster credit growth in March

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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