Ben Arnold de Vera

Asia-Pacific well-positioned to withstand headwinds from Trump 2.0 policies—ADB

Economies across the Asia-Pacific region can withstand headwinds from the policies of the Trump 2.0 administration that are deemed detrimental to global free trade and climate financing, according to a top Asian Development Bank (ADB) official.

JICA urges more high-value agri investments in Philippines

Japan's aid arm is urging more job-generating and value-adding investments in the Philippines' agriculture sector so the domestic vegetable industry can meet the country's food security needs while also tapping into a wealth of business opportunities.

More loans, grants from Japan for Philippine security, infra rollout in 2025—JICA

Japan's aid agency plans to extend additional loans and grants to the Philippines to not only sustain infrastructure development but also strengthen defenses in disputed territories in the West Philippine Sea.

Malayan eyes more golfer's insurance sales from Lazada

Malayan Insurance Co. Inc. is eyeing a boost to sales of its new golfer's insurance product through availability on the popular online shopping platform Lazada.

Asia-Pacific central banks seen cutting interest rates despite weaker currencies

Despite weaker Asia-Pacific currencies, central banks in the region— including the Philippines'—are expected to continue with monetary policy easing to boost domestic consumption, economists said.