US President Donald Trump’s 90-day tariff pause should be used as a period to strengthen the export sector, according to business groups. Foreign Buyers Association of the Philippines president Robert …
Philippines Says to Keep US Treasury Holdings Despite Turmoil
The Philippines won’t cut its holdings of US Treasuries despite turmoil in global financial markets triggered by President Donald Trump’s changing tariff actions.
Duterte Allies Get Boost in Philippines Senatorial Poll After His Arrest
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s allies ranked higher in a survey on preferred senatorial candidates for the May midterm elections conducted after the ex-leader’s arrest last month.
US tariffs on Philippines could affect weapons deal, ambassador says
Imposing tariffs on U.S. imports from the Philippines could affect the U.S. ally’s ability to afford U.S. weapons systems and a long-discussed $5.58 billion plan to acquire F-16 fighter jets, Manila’s …
Why a Multipurpose Loan is a game-changer for SMEs in the Philippines
Financial Challenges Facing SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Philippines often grapple with significant financial challenges, including cash flow gaps, escalating …
Declining global energy prices and Philippines electricity pricing
Among the unintentional results of the ongoing tariff war between the US and China plus other countries is low global energy prices. World oil, gas and coal prices have been declining since late 2024 but prices further dipped this week.
Vitaly charged with theft, vandalism, and more in the Philippines — could face up to 25 years in prison
Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, the YouTube personality who was popularized by brazen prank films and videos, currently faces a string of criminal charges in the Philippines.
Malaysia, India and Philippines to benefit from trade diversion due to US tariffs: Moody’s Ratings
The escalation in Sino-US trade tensions would be detrimental for the global economy and pose significant downside risks to the region’s economic outlook, according to the global rating agency …
Philippines adds speedy warship to maritime arsenal
The Philippines took possession of the first of two corvette-class warships with “advanced weapons and radar systems” on Tuesday as it faces growing pressure from Beijing in the disputed South China Sea.
Ash soars kilometres into air as Philippines’s Kanlaon Volcano erupts
Kanlaon Volcano, one of 24 active volcanoes in the Philippines, has erupted, with social media videos showing a plume of ash rising into the sky.