GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has called on the member economies of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) to push for growth, inclusivity, and sustainability as the region navigates mounting global challenges. Speaking at the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting Session 1 here on...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — Leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) on Friday, Oct. 31, called for stronger cooperation and renewed commitment to free trade and economic resilience as they opened their two-day summit. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, host of this year’s forum,...
GYEONGJU, South Korea — President Marcos has arrived at the Hwabaek International Convention Center here for the start of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. The President arrived at the venue at 9:30 a.m. (South Korean time) on Friday, Oct. 31, and was...
Volatility in the peso-dollar market will persist as long as no concrete actions are taken to address the political uncertainties that have seeped into the financial markets. This uncertainty will eventually impact the country’s potential for economic growth. Yes Virginia, our dear local currency...
The night was filled with excitement as the Michelin Guide officially unveiled its first-ever Philippine edition, the Michelin Guide Manila and Environs and Cebu 2026, on Oct. 30 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Newport World Resorts. The historic event gathered culinary VIPs, diplomats, members...
BUSAN, South Korea — President Marcos announced the expansion of Philippine government services for overseas Filipinos, starting with the opening of a Social Security System (SSS) office in Seoul and the planned establishment of a new consulate in Busan next year. Speaking before members of the...
Ride-hailing giant Grab Philippines has opened a pioneering livelihood hub aimed at harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to elevate the skillset of its drivers and merchants in an increasingly digital work environment. The company unveiled on Thursday, Oct. 30, the Grab Asenso Center—the first...
President Marcos has signed into law the Lifelong Learning Development Framework (LLDF) that seeks to promote continuous learning opportunities for Filipinos to create an inclusive, skilled, and productive nation. Marcos signed Republic Act No. 12313 on Oct. 23. Under RA 12313, the LLDF establishes...
Members of the House "Young Guns" bloc couldn 't help but recall the gains made by the vaunted quad-committee (quad-comm) during the previous 19th Congress following President Marcos ' recent signing of the Anti-POGO Act. Pogo stands for Philippine offshore gaming operators--an industry...
Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso has signed an executive order suspending work in all city government offices and classes at all levels, both public and private, on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in observance of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day (Undas). The directive, issued through Executive...
President Marcos’ decision to permanently ban Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs) through a legislative measure will give the country’s law enforcement agencies full legal muscle to eradicate all clandestine networks attempting to continue the criminal enterprise underground. Police...
A taxpayer challenged before the Supreme Court (SC) the legality, constitutionality, and scope of authority of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI). John Barry T. Tayam, who is also a teacher, told the SC that he filed his petition due to his substantial interest in the manner by...
