The Philippines is launching its largest commercial delegation in the history of the China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO), taking center stage as this year’s official “Country of Honor.” …
VinFast signs up 13 new dealers in the Philippines
The Vietnamese automaker aims to have 60 sales outlets in place by the end of the year.
EU trade chief to visit Manila to finalise Philippines trade deal
Manila and Brussels have already completed six rounds of talks aimed at reducing trade barriers across a broad range of sectors. The agreement would represent another step in Brussels’ efforts to …
A Muslim region in the southern Philippines votes in its first elections
A predominantly Muslim region in the southern Philippines held its first parliamentary elections on Monday, seen as a crucial step in …
Philippines to import higher percentage broken rice amid global uptick
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines may face stiffer competition for broken rice imports, as higher demand from China and other importers are causing global supply to tighten. In a report, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) said local rice importers may turn to higher-percentage broken rice amid a government policy barring the entry of five percent imported rice.
Philippines set for historic vote in Bangsamoro after decades of conflict
The Bangsamoro region in the southern Philippines is holding its first elections on Monday, after a five decade-long armed struggle that claimed over 120,000 lives. The vote is the result of a 2014 …
A fire on a passenger ferry in the Philippines leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Rescuers struggled on Thursday to get into a passenger ferry that had caught fire and burned overnight off the western Philippines, leaving five people dead and 86 missing, …
Philippine alternative lending market value to hit $2.34b in 2029
The market reported a CAGR of 14.1% between 2020 to 2025. The Philippines’ alternative lending market recorded a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.1% between 2020 to 2025, according to data …
Migrating abroad soon? Do these 5 financial steps before leaving the Philippines
Metrobank emphasizes that for Filipinos permanently settling abroad, retirement planning should begin as soon as you become financially stable. While migration may bring better career opportunities …
China-Philippines tensions simmer after Beijing rebukes Manila over Seoul clash
China and the Philippines have been locked in years of tension over their competing claims in the South China Sea, with friction intensifying in recent months.