France’s Ofi Invest Group and the Philippine National Oil Co. (PNOC) have forged a new cooperation framework to accelerate biomethane development and circular-economy solutions in the Philippines, signaling fresh momentum for the country’s energy transition.

Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. has called for a faster, more disciplined overhaul of how government agencies support farmers and fisherfolk, directing those under the Department of Agriculture to focus on securing stable demand, strengthening market access, and helping agri-fishery enterprises with business-level rigor.

The country’s foreign debt rose slightly in the third quarter of 2025, but levels remained manageable and supportive of overall economic stability, data from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) show.