Continuing policy reforms in tax and business
By Raymond A. Abrea
Aside from the economic climate or the various fiscal and non-fiscal incentives that the country offers, another reason to invest in the Philippines is...
Taxing exams and ensaymada: The lesson of a lifetime
By Adrian A. Mabalay
The resignation last week of Vice-President Sara Duterte as Education Secretary, a critical Cabinet position, left a void that cannot remain vacant for long...
De Lima’s acquittal does not show the PHL justice system works, it proves the...
By Oscar P. Lagman, Jr.
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, Jr. told reporters last Thursday that former Senator Leila de Lima’s acquittal in her last drug trafficking case showed that...
Marcos Jr.’s economic performance in his first 2 years
By Bienvenido S. Oplas, Jr.
June 30 marked end of the second year of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s administration. How did the Philippine economy perform, and are Filipinos...
Monetary easing and the inflationary pressure from rice supply shortfall
By Raul V. Fabella
There was a small item of news in the Business Section of a broadsheet entitled: “Wanted: ‘sooner than later’ Bangko Sentral rate cuts.” The...
Maharlika 2: This time, PhilHealth members are the victims
By Filomeno S. Sta. Ana III
Remember Maharlika?
I refer to the Maharlika Wealth Fund or Maharlika Investment Fund, now formalized in Republic Act No. 11954. It, especially its original version,...
A step back to move the business forward
By Pauline Fermin
“Slow down to speed up,” my physical therapist admonished me once, as I injured myself by walking fast and not listening to my body.
This...
Advocating for safe motherhood
By Teodoro B. Padilla
In 2021, 2,478 Filipino women died due to complications from pregnancy or childbirth, according to the United Nations Population Fund. Moreover, 14% of pregnant...
Philippine education: Creating something out of nothing?
By Diwa C. Guinigundo
Conversation is essential when it is about cheap and reliable power, connectivity, and infrastructure, and always the flavor of any day, good governance. But...
The cost of climate change is higher than you think
By Mihir Sharma
IT ISN’T HARD to understand that global warming is already changing how we live. In India’s capital, New Delhi, this summer has been so hot — above 40° Celsius (104° Fahrenheit) even at night — that people are gasping, the tap water is scalding, and the walls of their homes emit heat like radiators.
Sustainable Fashion: How Philippine brands are leading the change
By Ron F. Jabal
The global fashion industry is seeing a significant shift towards sustainability. More brands are increasingly adopting sustainable fashion through eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental...
Misunderstanding an armed attack
By Jemy Gatdula
On June 17, China Coast Guard personnel violently interfered with members of the Philippine Navy who were on a resupply mission to the BRP...