The Philippines has called for the immediate implementation of the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP) Agenda Work Plan to realize further trade liberalization among the 21-member nations of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual said in...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. said there were three areas of partnership that the government and business sectors could get into to ensure the country's sustainable growth and promote efforts toward climate action. *President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. (RTVM screenshot)* Marcos...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. positively received the recommendation of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Advisory Council (ABAC) to globalize micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), saying they make up the majority of businesses and sources of employment....
CEBU CITY – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will be here on Friday, July 28, for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Council Summit and the inauguration of the National Museum Philippines-Cebu. The Police Regional Office-Central Visayas (PRO-7) will be on full alert to ensure the...
As the country awaits the second State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday, July 24, an advocacy group looked forward to hearing about the government's progress, achievements, and plans for the country. (ALI VICOY / MANILA BULLETIN) The Philippine...
BUSINESS TALK By PCCI CHAIRMAN WILLIAM S. CO In today's interconnected global economy, the Philippines must harness its competitive advantages and maximize its economic potential. Thus, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s approval of the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) is a welcome...
(Courtesy of PBEd) An advocacy group on Friday, July 21, urged President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to prioritize education when he delivers his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) next week. “We always complain about how bad our education system is and how it is affecting our kids...
After an exhilarating two weeks of bringing ideas that drive innovation and digital transformation to life, three teams emerged as winners in Globe Business’ inaugural collaborative innovation series. This event showcased how enterprises can take a leap in their digital journey with Globe....
To address the criticism that, as can be gleaned from the final version of the Maharlika Investment Corporation Law, the goals stated are confused, amorphous and too all-encompassing, I have suggested that through the widespread practice of strategic planning among especially large corporations,...
Leading American business executives have expressed their intention to work with the Philippines in the area of healthcare. President Marcos meets with the members of the Business Executives for National Security (BENS) in Malacañang on July 10, 2023. (RTVM Screenshot) During a meeting with...
That’s right Virginia! A series of whirlwind of developments recently passed us. To some ‘twas tumultuous, to others, it was a much welcome development as well as a paradigm shift. There’s the “Love Philippines” mood video scandal that continues to develop. This controversial news riled...
Transition financing for nuclear tech in PH sought By MYRNA M. VELASCO For nuclear power developments to take off in the country, private sector players are batting for transition financing or loan guarantees on top of the other set of incentives and a firm policy and regulatory frameworks for the...
