MORE French businesses are looking to invest in the Philippines amid the negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU) and the launch of direct flights between the …
Philippines, France ink deals on transport, IP cooperation
The Philippines and France have signed agreements to advance the two countries’ partnership in transport and intellectual property (IP). Among those signed was a letter of intent by French Minister …
PTT Philippines earmarks P1.5B for capex over next 4 years
The local unit of Thailand’s PTT Public Co., which is focused on oil and gas, intends to spend about P1.5 billion in the next four years to expand its operations in the …
Moody’s: Malaysia among countries that may gain market share as US tariffs shift APAC trade
The sweeping United States (US) tariffs will be credit negative for Asia-Pacific (APAC), but lower-tariff countries such as Malaysia, India, and the Philippines may gain market share through trade …
Tech CEO promised AI but hired workers in the Philippines instead, FBI claims
In a bizarre twist from the usual AI narrative, the FBI alleges that this time human beings were doing the work of AI, and not the other way around. According to a press release f …
‘90-day tariff pause to help recalibrate Philippines export strategy’
US President Donald Trump’s 90-day tariff pause should be used as a period to strengthen the export sector, according to business groups. Foreign Buyers Association of the Philippines president Robert …
Philippines Says to Keep US Treasury Holdings Despite Turmoil
The Philippines won’t cut its holdings of US Treasuries despite turmoil in global financial markets triggered by President Donald Trump’s changing tariff actions.
Duterte Allies Get Boost in Philippines Senatorial Poll After His Arrest
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s allies ranked higher in a survey on preferred senatorial candidates for the May midterm elections conducted after the ex-leader’s arrest last month.
US tariffs on Philippines could affect weapons deal, ambassador says
Imposing tariffs on U.S. imports from the Philippines could affect the U.S. ally’s ability to afford U.S. weapons systems and a long-discussed $5.58 billion plan to acquire F-16 fighter jets, Manila’s …
Why a Multipurpose Loan is a game-changer for SMEs in the Philippines
Financial Challenges Facing SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Philippines often grapple with significant financial challenges, including cash flow gaps, escalating …