Many of the renewable energy (RE) investors that are now advancing the implementation of their blueprinted projects have been pitching for local sourcing of supply as well as equipment that they can utilize in the construction and overall development of their projects. Energy Secretary Raphael P.M....
The Department of Tourism (DOT) should have used its funding for market study and research for their rebranding campaign prior to the launch of its controversial “Love the Philippines” promotional video. Sen. Nancy Binay pointed this out at she questioned the DOT’s request for...
Investors from Denmark are eyeing to join the tender process for the propounded multi-billion power transmission projects that the government is targeting to offer via its Smart and Green Grid System (SGGS) development platform. According to Denmark Ambassador to the Philippines Franz-Michael...
​The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has condoled with the families of three Filipino fishermen who died after their boat collided with a foreign vessel off Bajo de Masinloc. Before taking any action, DFA said, it will first wait for the conclusion of the investigation launched by the...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said it is determined to redouble its efforts in securing the passage of key structural reforms that are vital for maintaining the country's economic growth. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman issued a statement on Wednesday, Oct. 4, expressing her...
Dr. Alexander Abad, a professor in the Department of Electronics and Computer Engineering (DECE) at the De La Salle University-Manila (DLSU-Manila), made history as he won second place in the Queen Mary United Kingdom (UK) Best PhD in Robotics Award. (Dr. Alexander Co Abad/Photo credit to...
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has emphasized the significance of cyber security in the Philippines, emphasizing its role in addressing evolving threats and safeguarding the nation’s critical information infrastructure. DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy during the...
Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco spearheaded the panel discussions, accompanied by a distinguished lineup that included Congressman Christopher "Toff" de Venecia from Pangasinan's Fourth District, Ronil Villacorta representing the Philippine Financial and Inter-Industry Pride (PFIP),...
​The Philippines and South Korea are tying up to uphold democracy as diplomats of both sides met to discuss more ways to cooperate. During Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Undersecretary Jesus Domingo's meeting with South Korea Deputy Minister for Multilateral and Global Affairs Park...
Sen. Robin Padilla said on Tuesday, Oct. 3 that he is prepared to coordinate with the Department of Tourism (DOT) in relation to a looming Hollywood movie project. Sen. Robin Padilla urges the Department of Tourism (DOT) to encourage foreign filmmakers and producers to shoot on location in the...
A carbon offsetting strategy is being proposed for the fuel usage of the aviation industry, but the policy terrain remains uncertain how the Department of Energy (DOE) and the government in general will be advancing this as part of the country’s overall decarbonization pathway. The energy...
Farmers and rice retailers may soon breathe a sigh of relief after Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Director Gerald Glenn Panganiban said on Tuesday, Oct. 3, that there are now “positive indicators” for the possible lifting of the rice price ceiling. Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) Director Gerald...
