Chino S. Leyco

He covers the Department of Finance, the Department of Budget Management and the National Economic and Development Authority.

DOF: 'Passport for goods' enhances visibility of Philippine products abroad

The Department of Finance (DOF) said the full implementation of an international merchandise passport would help Filipino businesses showcase their products globally and make it easier for them to do business in foreign markets.

Flooding forces big banks to temporarily close some branches

Widespread flooding, triggered by Typhoon Carina and exacerbated by the southwest monsoon, led to the closure and shortened operating hours of major financial institutions on Thursday, July 25.

DBM: P11-billion calamity fund still available

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said that almost half of the government's calamity funds are still available to assist people affected by Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon.

DTI oders price freeze in Metro Manila

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has implemented a price freeze on essential commodities in Metro Manila after the state of calamity was declared due to Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon.

Government budget deficit falls below ceiling in first half

The Bureau of the Treasury reported on Wednesday, July 24, that the national government's financing gap fell below ceiling in the first half of the year due to increased revenues.