The global shift toward EVs, automation, and AI-powered production is accelerating the race among Southeast Asian economies to attract investments, modernize factories, and secure a bigger role in …
Japan, Philippines to discuss information sharing pact to ease arms exports
TOKYO, May 28 (Reuters) – Japan and the Philippines said on Thursday they would begin talks on an agreement to share classified information to allow Tokyo to step up transfers of military equipment to …
Pete Hegseth, facing scandal at home, reaffirms U.S. support for the Philippines against China
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed Washington’s “ironclad” commitment to a defense treaty with the Philippines on Friday and pledged to deploy advanced capabilities to its …
Fitch: Philippines Islamic finance market trails region
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ Islamic finance market remains small despite recent regulatory and funding milestones, as the broader Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) industry …
Two suspected American communist insurgents killed in clash in the Philippines
Lyle Prijoles and Kai Dana-Rene Sorem were among 19 killed in a Philippine army firefight with suspected communist insurgents tied to the New People’s Army.
Video Shows Meteor Falling Behind Mayon Volcano in Philippines
Webcam video captured a spectacular sight of a meteor falling behind the Mayon volcano in the Philippines as it was erupting. Scientists say the meteor disintegrated during its plunge through the …
Japan, Philippines to Begin Negotiations on Intelligence Sharing Agreement
A General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) is expected to be high on the agenda when President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visits Japan later this week.
Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains Outlook on Philippines’ Non-Life Insurance Segment at Stable
AM Best has maintained its outlook on the Philippines’ non-life insurance segment at stable, citing in part robust growth prospects for the industry driven by economic expansion and a pipeline of …
Fintech platform Skyro more than doubles loan disbursements in the Philippines in 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 May 2026 – Skyro, a digital-first consumer finance platform, disbursed PHP 15.8 billion (over $280 million) and doubled the number of loans issued in …
Fintech platform Skyro more than doubles loan disbursements in the Philippines in 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 May 2026 – Skyro, a digital-first consumer finance platform, disbursed PHP 15.8 billion (over $280 million) and doubled the number of loans issued in …