The Philippines on Wednesday reported 1,383 new coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infections, bringing the total tally to 412,097, as 17 laboratories failed to submit data on time. This marks the …
Philippines: BSP forecast to keep monetary policy unchanged – UOB
The central bank of the Philippines (BSP) is predicted to keep the reference rate unchanged at its meeting on Thursday, suggested UOB Group’s Economist Lee Sue Ann. Key Quotes T …
WHO supports DOH and subnational areas in the Philippines for COVID-19 response
Despite having the second largest number of infections in Southeast Asia, the pandemic situation in the Philippines has provided an opportunity for all stakeholders to strategically plan and innovate …
DOH: Gov’t can buy Moderna vaccines sans US firm’s clinical trials in Philippines
The Philippines can still buy COVID-19 vaccines from American biotechnology company Moderna even if the US manufacturer does not conduct clinical trials in the Philippines, the Department of Health …
HSBC to rationalize Philippines branch network
British banking giant HSBC is rationalizing its network in the Philippines by shutting down or relocating major branches in the country over the next three months amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Death toll from Philippines typhoon continues to rise
Typhoon Vamco only hit Luzon for a few hours but it left a trail of destruction and suffering. Our goal is to create a safe and engaging place for users to connect over interests and passions. In …
US committed to give Philippines access to COVID-19 vaccines
The United States has committed to give the Philippines access to COVID-19 vaccines once they become available after an American biotechnology firm Moderna reported positive results from its …
Pinduoduo-like platform in the Philippines bags $1m in seed round
Resellee, a social commerce platform based in the Philippines, announced that it has secured US$1 million in a seed round from MinTech Enterprises and Hofan Capital. The social commerce app allows …
Deadly deluge in Philippines after Typhoon Vamco
A child sits on a steel pipe in Marikina following the passage of Typhoon Vamco, in Metro Manila, Philippines. The death toll from the deadliest cyclone to hit the Philippines this …
Expats in UAE join hands to help kabayans affected by typhoons in the Philippines
Filipina expat in UAE, Em Serrano, is selling her make-up kit and skincare products to buy relief goods, food, medicine and other personal needs for her kababayans affected by typhoons in the …