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Friday, Jul 31, 2026
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Philippine Basketball Association Completes Preparations for Championship Series
The Philippine Basketball Association has finalised arrangements for its upcoming conference finals, with organisers expecting strong fan interest and economic activity around the event.
Philippines Upgrades Disaster Preparedness Ahead of Typhoon Season
Disaster management agencies have deployed enhanced weather monitoring systems and strengthened evacuation infrastructure to improve readiness for approaching tropical storms.
Government Partners With Logistics Firms to Stabilise Food Prices
The Department of Agriculture has signed supply agreements with private logistics providers to improve food distribution and reduce seasonal price volatility.
Police Intensify Crackdown on Online Scam Syndicates
Philippine police carried out coordinated operations against suspected online scam compounds, rescuing trafficked foreign nationals and increasing enforcement against organised cybercrime.
Philippines Targets High-Value Visitors From East Asia
The Department of Tourism has launched new marketing campaigns in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan to attract more premium leisure and business travellers.
Philippines Strengthens Cybersecurity Across Government Systems
The Department of Information and Communications Technology has upgraded cybersecurity measures across government digital platforms to improve protection against sophisticated cyber threats.
Government Expands Reintegration Support for Overseas Filipino Workers
The Department of Migrant Workers has introduced enhanced financial literacy and entrepreneurship programmes to help returning overseas Filipinos build sustainable livelihoods.
PhilHealth Expands Support for Children With Developmental Disabilities
PhilHealth has doubled benefit packages and increased the number of covered therapy sessions for children with developmental disabilities, strengthening financial support for affected families.
Public Hospital Zero-Balance Billing Reaches Nearly Three Million Patients
The Department of Health said almost three million low-income patients have received fully subsidised treatment through the government's zero-balance billing programme.
Ombudsman Prepares Charges in Flood Control Investigation
The Office of the Ombudsman is preparing plunder, graft and money laundering charges against multiple individuals linked to alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
National Irrigation Projects Expand to Support Food Security
The National Irrigation Administration completed 89 irrigation projects and is advancing hundreds more to strengthen agricultural production and improve climate resilience.
Philippines Reaffirms Maritime Position Amid Regional Diplomatic Talks
The Department of Foreign Affairs said it remains ready to discuss overlapping maritime claims with neighbouring countries while continuing to uphold the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
Foreign Investors Remain Net Sellers of Philippine Equities
The Philippine Stock Exchange reported year-to-date foreign equity outflows of US$171.7 million as global investors adjusted portfolios in response to changing interest rate expectations.
Philippines Maintains Economic Growth Outlook
The National Economic and Development Authority said domestic consumption and infrastructure spending should continue supporting economic growth despite inflationary pressures and higher global oil prices.
Government Expands Farm-to-Market Road Network
The administration said it has completed more than 3,200 kilometres of farm-to-market roads and rehabilitated key bridges under its Build Better More infrastructure programme.
Think Tank Calls for Stronger Domestic Industrial Policy
The IBON Foundation urged the Philippines to strengthen domestic manufacturing, arguing that excessive reliance on foreign investment has increased the economy's exposure to external shocks.
Financial Regulators Prepare AI and Cybersecurity Forum in Manila
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas and other financial regulators are preparing for the World Financial Innovation Series conference, with discussions focused on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and protection against deepfake threats.
Philippine Digital Bank Deposits Rise 44% on Strong Fintech Adoption
Deposits at the country's six leading digital banks climbed 44% to ₱138.5 billion, reflecting continued growth in digital banking services and financial inclusion.
Vice President Sara Duterte Rejects Marcos Administration's Progress Report
Vice President Sara Duterte criticised President Marcos' State of the Nation Address, dismissing the administration's reported achievements and highlighting an increasingly public political divide.
Philippines Unveils ₱60 Billion Incentive Package for Electric Vehicle Industry
The Marcos administration has allocated ₱60 billion in incentives to attract electric vehicle manufacturers and suppliers as part of its long-term transport electrification strategy.
Government Moves to Remove System Loss Charges From Electricity Bills
The Department of Energy has begun consultations on proposals to prevent electricity distributors from passing transmission and distribution system loss charges on to consumers.
Court Suspends Metro Manila Minimum Wage Increase
The Court of Appeals issued a temporary restraining order halting implementation of Metro Manila's latest minimum wage increase while it considers petitions filed by business groups.
Philippines, United States and Japan Complete Joint South China Sea Exercises
The armed forces of the Philippines, the United States and Japan concluded five days of joint naval and air exercises, reaffirming support for freedom of navigation and a rules-based maritime order.
Philippines Submits Extended Continental Shelf Claim to United Nations
The Philippines formally presented its claim for an extended continental shelf west of Palawan to a United Nations commission, reaffirming its position under the 2016 arbitral ruling and international maritime law.
President Marcos Pledges Anti-Corruption Drive and Economic Reforms in State of the Nation Address
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. used his fifth State of the Nation Address to promise accountability over an alleged flood control scandal while proposing power sector reforms and higher personal income tax thresholds.
US Says It Has Carried Out Heavy Strikes on Iran After Attempted Attacks on Its Forces
US Central Command said dozens of Iranian targets were hit after missiles were fired towards US forces in Jordan, while Iranian media reported civilian deaths on Qeshm island.
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Cebu Pacific Carries 14.5 Million Passengers in Strong First Half
Cebu Pacific transported 14.5 million passengers during the first half of the year, with steady growth supported by robust domestic travel demand and expanded regional operations.
Customs Agency Targets October Rollout of New Electronic Processing System
The Bureau of Customs continued preparations for an upgraded electronic processing platform intended to improve trade facilitation and reduce congestion at Philippine ports.
Philippines Opens First Commercial Seaweed Bioreactor Facility
The Department of Agriculture launched the country's first commercial seaweed bioreactor to produce higher-value marine products and strengthen export opportunities for coastal communities.
Philippine Senate Marks 70 Years of Diplomatic Relations With Japan
The Senate adopted a resolution commemorating seven decades of diplomatic ties with Japan and highlighting cooperation in infrastructure, economic development and maritime security.
Defense Chief Reaffirms Philippines' Defensive Military Posture
Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said the country's military modernization and maritime patrols are defensive in nature and fully consistent with international law.
Philippines Moves to Strengthen Branding of Agricultural Exports
The Department of Agriculture and the Intellectual Property Office signed an agreement to enhance intellectual property protection and promote the global competitiveness of Philippine agricultural and fishery products.
Rare Whale Sighting Highlights Healthy Marine Habitat Off Mindoro
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources reported the sighting of about 50 melon-headed whales off Occidental Mindoro, pointing to improving marine ecosystem conditions.
Philippines Collects 38 Million Kilograms of Waste Through National Cleanup Campaign
The Department of the Interior and Local Government said more than 26,000 barangays participated in a nationwide campaign that collected over 38 million kilograms of solid waste.
Senate Seeks Greater Support for Small Businesses
Senator Bam Aquino urged lawmakers to increase funding and assistance for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, which account for the overwhelming majority of businesses in the Philippines.
Government Expands Support for Families Living on the Streets
The Department of Social Welfare and Development accelerated the nationwide rollout of the Pag-abot Program to provide housing, livelihood assistance and social services for vulnerable families.
Education Department Expands School Infrastructure Partnerships
The Department of Education launched a digital Adopt-A-School platform and advanced public-private partnership initiatives with the Asian Development Bank to accelerate classroom construction and address infrastructure shortages.
ASEAN Regional Forum Calls for Global Nuclear Disarmament
The ASEAN Regional Forum issued a declaration urging renewed international efforts toward eliminating nuclear weapons while reaffirming support for multilateral diplomacy and regional maritime stability.
Board of Investments Launches New Strategic Investment Incentives
The Board of Investments began implementing the first phase of the Strategic Investment Priority Plan, offering incentives for sectors including advanced technology, modern agriculture and electric vehicle infrastructure.
Philippines Welcomes 2.9 Million Foreign Visitors in First Half of 2026
The Department of Tourism reported 2.9 million international arrivals in the first six months of the year, supported by relaxed visa policies and strong visitor numbers from the United States and South Korea.
Philippines Strengthens Fisheries Infrastructure With Modernized Pangasinan Fish Hub
President Marcos and Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. inspected an upgraded fish hub in Pangasinan designed to improve cold-chain logistics, reduce post-harvest losses and strengthen food security in northern Luzon.
Justice Department Tightens Focus on Major Drug Syndicates
The Department of Justice revised the rules governing its anti-drug task force to prioritize prosecutions targeting large-scale drug manufacturing and organized criminal networks.
Philippines Lowers Economic Growth Forecast Amid Global Uncertainty
The Development Budget Coordination Committee cut the country's growth forecast to 3.5%–4.5%, citing inflation, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty in global trade.
President Marcos Pushes Tax Relief and Social Security Expansion in State of the Nation Address
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called on Congress to approve income tax exemptions for middle-income earners and expand social security coverage as key priorities during his fifth State of the Nation Address.
US Aircraft Carrier Group Deploys to Western Pacific Amid South China Sea Tensions
The USS George Washington carrier strike group transited the Luzon Strait following recent confrontations between Chinese vessels and Philippine Coast Guard ships near Scarborough Shoal, highlighting Washington's defense commitments to M...
Philippines Submits Extended Continental Shelf Claim to United Nations
The Philippines has filed a partial submission on its extended continental shelf in the West Philippine Sea with the United Nations Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf, reaffirming its maritime claims under the UN Conventio...
Over 24 Hours in the Air: Qantas Airbus Completes Record-Breaking Test Flight
A modified Airbus A350-1000ULR traveled over 23,000 kilometers from Melbourne to Toulouse, drawing millions of real-time viewers.
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Philippines Opens ASEAN Championship With Defeat to Myanmar
The Philippine men's national football team lost 4-1 to Myanmar in its opening match of the ASEAN Hyundai Cup, with Jarvey Gayoso scoring the hosts' only goal.
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