The Department of Agriculture and National Fisheries Research and Development Institute are bringing snubnose pompano farming to Western Visayas, offering fish farmers a profitable new option.

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has rolled out new operational guidelines requiring thrift, rural, and cooperative banks to secure at least ₱1.0 billion in capital if they adopt digital-heavy business models. Issued under Circular No. 1240 on September 21, 2026, the policy ensures that smaller institutions venturing into the digital space operate safely while protecting everyday depositors from financial risks.

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is pushing for a mix of engineered and nature-based solutions, backed by international know-how, to better tackle flooding across the country.