Q4 ‘challenging’ unless gov’t acts firmly against corruption
THE fourth quarter will be challenging for businesses unless the government delivers a concrete resolution to the infrastructure corruption scandal, participants at the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) Annual General Membership Meeting said on Monday.
Beneficiary registry for P20 rice launched
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) said it launched a digital registry to track beneficiaries of the government’s P20-per-kilo rice program.
The P20 Benteng Bigas Masterlist...
Risks to emerging Asia due to disruptions to trading system described as ‘unprecedented’
CENTRAL BANKS in emerging Asian markets are becoming more susceptible to supply-side shocks, with the region’s economies facing “unprecedented” risks due to trade uncertainties,...
Innovation Council approves procurement, startup reforms
THE National Innovation Council (NIC) approved reforms aimed at modernizing government procurement and innovation projects and easing barriers for enterprises and startups.
In a statement...
Davao River bridge to be open by December — DPWH
THE Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) said the P3.13-billion Davao River bridge is expected to be ready for use by December.
“We are...
Children in PHL facing elevated risk from climate change — report
CHILDREN in the Philippines face some of the highest risk from climate change, which threatens their health, education, and safety, according to a report...
SGP says talks with Maharlika ongoing
SYNERGY GRID & Development Philippines, Inc. (SGP), which holds 60% of the voting rights in the National Grid Corp. of the Philippines (NGCP), said...
Toledo assumes post as DBM OIC Secretary
THE Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said Rolando U. Toledo assumed office as the department’s officer‑in‑charge (OIC) Secretary.
In statement on Monday, the DBM...
Bangus, galunggong production down, tilapia up in third quarter
BANGUS (milkfish) and galunggong (round scad) production declined on a seasonally adjusted basis in the third quarter, while tilapia output rose, the Philippine Statistics...
Lease deal signed for Clark WTE project site
THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said it signed the lease contract for the Philippines’ first large-scale waste-to-energy (WTE) plant, which is expected...
PHL ASEAN agenda topped by freedom of movement for goods, investment, talent
THE Philippine agenda for its chairmanship of ASEAN will feature enhanced freedom of movement for goods, investment, and talent, Trade Undersecretary Allan B. Gepty...
Pork, onions, carrots subject to MSRP scheme by Dec. 1
THE Department of Agriculture (DA) said it will impose maximum suggested retail prices (MSRP) for pork, onions and carrots by Dec. 1 or earlier...