The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines is ramping up efforts to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protection, with a focus on well-known marks, geographical indications (GIs), and patents to support both established brands and emerging enterprises.

The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) is moving to expand the planned Casiguran International Seaport, aiming to transform it into a major Pacific-facing gateway for global trade.

Investment approvals by the Board of Investments (BOI) climbed sharply in February, fueled by strong activity in energy and a surge in foreign capital.