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Maynilad Plans Major Infrastructure Investment After Joining PSE Index

Maynilad Water Services announced expanded capital spending on water distribution and wastewater treatment projects after its inclusion in the Philippine Stock Exchange Index.

Philippine Senators Urge Court to Lift Order Blocking Metro Manila Wage Increase

More than 20 senators have called on the judiciary to remove a restraining order preventing the implementation of an 85-peso minimum wage increase for workers in Metro Manila.

Enrique Razon Becomes the Philippines' First Peso Trillionaire

Ports and gaming billionaire Enrique Razon topped the latest Forbes ranking of the country's richest individuals, with a net worth of US$21.8 billion driven by the performance of his infrastructure and hospitality businesses.

Lufthansa Technik Begins Construction of Clark Aircraft Maintenance Facility

Lufthansa Technik has broken ground on a new maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at Clark International Airport, reinforcing foreign investment in the Philippines' aviation sector.

Apple Pay Launches in the Philippines

Apple has introduced its contactless payment service in the Philippines, expanding digital payment options and supporting the country's growing shift toward cashless transactions.

Tropical Storm Maymay Leaves Six Dead and Displaces Thousands Across Northern Luzon

Authorities reported six fatalities and widespread displacement as Tropical Storm Maymay and the enhanced southwest monsoon triggered flooding, transport disruptions and infrastructure damage across northern Philippines.

Philippine Inflation Slows to 6.2 Percent but Remains Above Central Bank Target

Consumer price growth eased in July but stayed well above the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas target range, reflecting continued pressure from energy costs and domestic food prices.

Philippine Senate Moves Toward Ratifying Military Training Agreements With Canada and New Zealand

The Senate is preparing to vote on defence agreements that would provide the legal framework for Canadian and New Zealand forces to conduct joint military exercises in the Philippines amid continuing tensions in the South China Sea.

State Auditor Testifies on Confidential Fund Spending in Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial

A former Commission on Audit official told the impeachment court that the Office of the Vice President failed to properly account for millions in confidential funds, supporting allegations raised by House prosecutors over the use of the ...

World Bank Cuts Philippine Growth Forecast After Weaker First-Quarter Expansion

The World Bank lowered its full-year economic growth forecast for the Philippines to 3.7 percent after first-quarter gross domestic product growth slowed to 2.8 percent, citing policy uncertainty and higher global energy prices that have...

United States Seeks Extradition of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy From the Philippines

The United States has formally requested the extradition of Kingdom of Jesus Christ founder Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who faces federal charges, creating a significant judicial and diplomatic test for the Marcos administration.

Supreme Court Allows Impeachment Proceedings Against Vice President Sara Duterte to Continue

The Supreme Court dismissed petitions seeking to invalidate the House of Representatives' impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, allowing the case over the alleged misuse of confidential funds to move forward.

Philippine Space Agency Targets First Domestically Developed Sounding Rocket Launch in 2027

The Philippine Space Agency plans to launch the country's first domestically developed sounding rocket in early 2027, advancing national capabilities in atmospheric research, aerospace engineering and long-term technology development.

Government Expands Digital Infrastructure Drive With Nationwide Connectivity Projects

The Marcos administration is advancing a one point two billion United States dollar digital highway initiative alongside an eight hundred fifty million dollar Smart City program to expand high-speed internet, strengthen 5G coverage and i...

Philippine Economy Faces Mixed Signals Ahead of Second-Quarter Growth Data

The Philippine Statistics Authority maintained first-quarter economic growth at two point eight percent while unemployment rose to four point nine percent in June, as analysts expect the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to deliver a final qua...

Philippines and Canada Aim to Conclude Free Trade Agreement by End of 2026

Philippine trade officials said negotiations with Canada are progressing toward a comprehensive free trade agreement by the end of the year, with the proposed deal expected to support agricultural exports and encourage additional North A...

Japan's Kansai Electric Invests in Philippine Wawa Hydropower Project

Kansai Electric Power Company acquired a strategic stake in Prime Infrastructure Capital's six-hundred-megawatt Wawa pumped storage hydropower project in Rizal, marking the Japanese utility's first overseas investment in pumped storage a...

Senate Impeachment Court Hears Key Audit Testimony in Sara Duterte Confidential Funds Case

The Philippine Senate continued the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte by hearing testimony from state auditors examining the use of confidential funds by the Office of the Vice President and the Department of Education, as...

President Marcos Pushes Priority Reform Agenda Through Legislative-Executive Council

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. convened congressional leaders at Malacañang to accelerate the passage of twenty-four priority measures, including an Anti-Political Dynasty bill and tax amnesty legislation, before the Twentieth Congress c...

China Honors Coast Guard Personnel Killed in 2025 Scarborough Shoal Collision

Chinese authorities have officially recognized two coast guard personnel as martyrs following their deaths in a 2025 collision with a Philippine vessel near Scarborough Shoal, marking a rare public commemoration that adds a new dimension...

Government Suspends Work and Classes Across Much of Luzon as Tropical Storm Maymay Triggers Deadly Flooding

The Philippine government suspended classes and government operations across Metro Manila and twenty-two provinces after Tropical Storm Maymay and the enhanced Southwest Monsoon brought severe flooding and landslides across northern and ...

Lightning Strike Kills Yala FC Player During Match in Southern Thailand

Safwan Awae, 24, died after lightning struck the pitch during the Golok FA Cup in Narathiwat; 12 other players, including a Malaysian, were injured.

Department of Health Warns of Rising Measles Cases in Ho Chi Minh City

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health declared a localized measles outbreak and expanded vaccination efforts as pediatric hospitalizations continued to increase.

Vice President Sara Duterte Visits Detained Political Allies in Quezon City

Vice President Sara Duterte visited several detained political allies at the New Quezon City Jail Male Dormitory while her Senate impeachment trial continues.

Malacañang Rejects Rumors of Senator Ronald dela Rosa's Arrest

The Palace dismissed reports that Senator Ronald dela Rosa had been arrested, describing the claims as misinformation linked to the political debate surrounding Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment proceedings.

Google Reports Brands Are Increasing Advertising Through Philippine YouTube Creators

Google Philippines said more major consumer brands are shifting marketing budgets toward local YouTube creators after research found that 81 percent of Filipino viewers rely on creator-led content when making purchasing decisions.

Bureau of Internal Revenue Introduces Mandatory Ethics Training for Tax Officials

The Bureau of Internal Revenue launched a compulsory anti-corruption and ethics program for all personnel as part of efforts to strengthen institutional integrity and improve public trust.

Common Ground and Megaworld Open New Technology-Focused Coworking Hub in Taguig

Common Ground and Megaworld Real Estate Investment Trust launched a new Digital Park coworking facility in McKinley Hill, targeting technology startups seeking flexible office space outside Bonifacio Global City.

Federation of Philippine Industries Supports Power Sector Reform to Reduce Electricity Costs

The Federation of Philippine Industries endorsed proposed amendments to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, urging lawmakers to address high electricity costs affecting businesses and households.

Education and Interior Departments Launch Nationwide Early Childhood Development Framework

The Department of Education and the Department of the Interior and Local Government signed implementing guidelines aimed at improving and standardizing early childhood education across the Philippines.

Department of Energy Awards Mindanao Oil and Gas Survey Contract to UK-Based Metatek

The Department of Energy selected Metatek to conduct a one-year airborne geophysical survey of sedimentary basins in Mindanao as part of efforts to identify new domestic oil and gas resources.

Philippines and United States Reaffirm Defense Cooperation

Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Antonio Nafarrete and the new head of the Joint United States Military Assistance Group-Philippines, Colonel Daniel Oh, pledged to deepen military interoperability and strengthen Phi...

Apple Pay Launches in the Philippines

Visa and Mastercard confirmed the official rollout of Apple Pay, allowing eligible cardholders to make secure contactless mobile payments and supporting the country's expanding digital payments ecosystem.

Philippine Stock Market Slips Ahead of Key Economic Growth Data

The Philippine Stock Exchange index fell 0.16 percent as investors adopted a cautious stance before the release of second-quarter gross domestic product figures.

Philippines and Canada Remain on Track to Sign Free Trade Agreement in 2026

The Department of Trade and Industry said negotiations continue to progress toward signing a comprehensive free trade agreement by the end of the year, expanding market opportunities for Philippine exports.