The cashless wave is going strong as mobile wallets payments have become as popular as cash for the first time ever, according to Visa’s latest study …
Australia, Philippines In Firm And Fast Lockstep Against China
“[T]he Philippines now finds itself on the frontline against actions that undermine regional peace, erode regional stability and threaten regional success,” declared Marcos Jr in an impassioned speech …
Owndays Philippines unveils ‘Cases for Change’
A groundbreaking initiative for Philippine animal well-being. Continuing its commitment to social responsibility, Owndays Philippines– a leading Japanese eyewear brand–hosted its 2nd Cases for Change …
Philippines’ mining sector eyes growth with govt’s plans
MANILA, Philippines — Chairman of the Chamber of Mines of the … ensuring a clear regulatory framework. For ease of doing business initiatives, Toledo welcomed the industry’s involvement in efforts …
‘Deadly’ Philippines rain not caused by nature alone: study
Faulty warning systems, poverty and deforestation of mountains in the southern Philippines turned recent unseasonably heavy rains into deadly disasters, scientists said in a report Friday. More than …
In a region under ‘threat,’ Marcos presents to Australia a Philippines on the frontlines
Marcos’ visit was not universally welcomed – Senator Janet Rice, of the minority Australian Greens party, held up a banner decrying human rights abuses in the Philippines, and protesters staged a …
More ‘hot money’ exits Philippines in January
More foreign capital left the Philippines in January, marking the second straight month of net outflow, amid continued economic uncertainties globally. Data released by the Bangko Sentral ng …
Drag queen arrested for performing the Lord’s Prayer in the Philippines
A Filipino drag queen was arrested late Thursday and charged for a second time with three counts of “immoral doctrines, obscene publications and exhibitions and indecent shows” for performing the …
Philippines Super Typhoon Rai death toll surges
At least 375 people are now known to have died after a powerful storm struck the Philippines on Thursday, police say. Super Typhoon Rai – with winds of about 195km/h (120mph) – sent some 400,000 …
IFC investing $500mln to address Philippines development challenges
Investments made by IFC to support climate action in the past years include the subscription to the maiden blue bond issuance of the country’s largest bank …