A new private sector-led electric bus program is being positioned as both an economic buffer and a climate solution, as the government moves to reduce the country’s exposure to volatile global oil prices.... Read full article
FDIs include investments made by a non-resident direct investor in a resident enterprise, where the investor owns at least 10 percent equity, and investments made by non-resident subsidiaries or associates in their resident direct investor.... Read full article
In its April 2026 Asian Development Outlook (ADO) released Friday, the ADB trimmed its Philippine economic growth forecast to 4.4 percent for 2026 from its earlier projection of 5.3 percent.... Read full article
PhilHealth President and Chief Executive Officer Edwin Mercado assured Filipinos that the state insurer remains ready to cover medical expenses for common summer ailments to help reduce out-of-pocket costs for families.... Read full article
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian said he recently filed Senate Resolution No. 316 seeking a review of the agency’s integrated digital system, as mandated under Republic Act No. 11976 or the Ease of Paying Taxes Act.... Read full article
A senator on Friday urged the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to establish clear benchmarks and a defined review timeline for the implementation of full online classes among higher education institutions (HEIs).... Read full article
In a statement, the PCO said Angara-Mathay is “a seasoned public servant with decades of experience in trade, investment, and international economic engagement.”... Read full article
Participating retail hubs include Duty Free stores at Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminals 1, 2, and 3, Clark, Fiesta Mall, and Luxe Duty Free.... Read full article
Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said the move supports the EV sector through the Electric Vehicle Incentive Strategy (EVIS).... Read full article