Modernizing frontlines of trade: Inside BoC’s digitalization drive
In an era increasingly defined by digital governance, the modernization of border control and customs administration has become a strategic imperative for national development.
The...
Tightening the gates against smuggling
Annually, billions of pesos worth of goods and produce pass through the thousands of ports in the Philippines, making up the country’s trade industry...
After the slowdown, reset, reform and rally
By Bjorn Biel M. Beltran, Special Features and Content Assistant Editor
THE PHILIPPINE economy entered 2026 with a jolt. Gross domestic product grew just 3%...
Reimagining wellness through holistic strategies
As the world progresses, wellness has become a defining priority. No longer confined to medical treatment or crisis response, health is increasingly understood as...
Yearlong path to healthier daily routines
Sedentary routines now define daily life for millions of people, and health authorities warn the pattern carries growing health risks.
Data from the World Health Organization (WHO)...
Celebrating the foundation of a multicultural nation
Over the past few years, Australia has become one of the country’s greatest allies in every facet of nation-building. With a recently developed strategic...
Mateship and bayanihan: PHL and AUS’s resilient partnership
The relationship between the Philippines and Australia stands as one of Asia-Pacific’s enduring bilateral relationships. Spanning eight decades of formal diplomatic engagement, the Philippines-Australia...
Anko, Cotton On, and other Aussie brands Filipinos can’t get enough of
The Philippines and Australia have elevated their decades-long bilateral cooperation into a strategic partnership, demonstrating the two nations’ strong diplomatic and security cooperation, economic...
An ongoing journey towards modernized transport
Transportation may very well be the very engine that keeps any economy running. The sector, after all, is responsible for connecting producers to resources...
Infrastructure meets inclusion: Redefining commuter experiences in 2025
The Philippines has consistently ranked among the countries with the world’s most congested urban corridors. In 2023, Metro Manila recorded some of the highest...
Keeping the lights on for households and industries
Energy is an indispensable part of modern society, acting as the foundation for nearly every aspect of daily life, including economic development, health, communication,...
Advancing the Philippines’ transition to clean energy
The Philippines’ energy transition is gaining tangible momentum as the Department of Energy (DoE) advances policies that are reshaping how power is generated, traded,...