BillEase, a digital consumer finance platform in the Philippines, has partnered with Maya Business, the country’s largest digital payments processor, to bring …
Country ‘better and cheaper than Thailand’ – but gets a fraction of the tourists
The Philippines is a country that is often overlooked by tourists but it is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, as well as being a much cheaper alternative to Thailand
Filipino brands shine at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards
Two of the Philippines’ most trusted names—Palawan Group of Companies (PGC) and Mang Inasal—earned top honors at the 12th Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards, reinforcing the country’s growing reputation for …
Locked up and re-elected: Philippines’ Rodrigo Duterte wins poll from cell in The Hague
The midterm polls have revitalised the Duterte family’s political fortunes and put his daughter Sara, who is currently vice-president, in the running for a presidential election in 2028 that could …
Philippines to formally submit application to CPTPP
The Philippines is set to formally submit its application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) within the first semester, according to the …
Why NGOs in the Philippines Keep Being Charged With Terrorism
The Philippines has a long and unfortunate history of NGOs under attack. In 2023, it was the most dangerous country for climate activists, accounting for 17 of 197 murdered or “disappeared” worldwide.
How the Philippines Silences Advocacy Groups
The fact that the LCDE works in arcane mountainous regions of the Philippines where rebel groups also operate had periodically been used as a cudgel by security forces looking for a scapegoat. “Maybe …
Philippines Senate race a blow to President Marcos as he feuds with Vice President Duterte
Official results from the Philippines Election Commission shows key allies of detained former President Rodrigo Duterte and two liberal opposition candidates are among top winners in the nation’s …
Webcam captures incandescent lava explosion in the Philippines
Columns of incandescent lava were captured on camera when a “moderately explosive eruption” occurred at the summit crater of Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines. Officials say a greyish plume blew …
Down, but not out: Philippines election gifts Sara Duterte a shot at political survival
A Philippine midterm election may have leaned in President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s favour but the stronger-than-expected showing for estranged vice president and bitter rival Sara Duterte may have given …