The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP) will not be revised this year, despite ongoing efforts to advance energy development and enhance security and reliability. On the sidelines of PhilEnergy Expo 2025, Michael Sinocruz, director of the DOE’s energy...
Former presidential spokesman Harry Roque, who resurfaced in The Hague after leaving the country in 2024 amid a congressional hearing into his alleged links to the illegal offshore gambling operations, assured that their camp has “contingency” plans in place for former president Rodrigo...
Economic pressures and a desire for enhanced personal wellbeing are driving a shift in the Filipino workforce. Employees are increasingly seeking employers who prioritize their needs beyond basic compensation, demanding comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and support for financial...
BACOLOD CITY – The city government has unveiled a proposed urban master plan designed to promote sustainable development and enable this city to become a super city in 25 years. MAYOR Albee Benitez, with Rep. Greg Gasataya (right) and architect and urban design consultant Carlos Arnaiz (left),...
President Marcos' chief economic manager is optimistic that joblessness this year will be even lower than the administration's 2025 goal, following last year's two-decade low unemployment rate. Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Ralph G. Recto confirmed to Manila Bulletin on Friday, Feb. 7, that...
Participants and collaborators of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) gather on the first day of JobStreet Career Con 2025 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay on January 28, 2025, for job fairs and career development discussions. (Photo: DOLE) The Department of Labor and Employment...
The Philippines, which has been clutching on Uncle Sam’s wallet for a lifeline, now stares down a 90-day funding freeze on President Trump’s order - proof that like a long-time lover, even foreign aid can ghost you without warning! Just how deep are these pockets? According to the foreign...
Philippine companies are increasing salaries to respond to a competitive talent market, according to global professional services firm Mercer. In its Total Remuneration Survey conducted this year, Mercer said the average employee salary in the country is set to increase by 5.5 percent in 2025,...
President Marcos has issued Executive Order (EO) No. 72 which adopts an integrated and harmonized process for formulation, approval, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring of master plans for the infrastructure sector. (MB file photo) In his EO, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on...
To help students resume their studies as quickly as possible following disruptions caused by Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, the Department of Education (DepEd), led by Secretary Sonny Angara, has mobilized rapid response efforts in affected areas. (DepEd / MB Visual Content Group) In a statement...
Accountant positions have emerged as the leading job openings nationwide, with over 36,000 vacancies available for qualified applicants, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced on Friday, Oct. 18. Citing data from the Bureau of Local Employment (BLE), DOLE reported a total of 36,018...
A Filipino seafarer taking his oath. (File photo) The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) sought the help of lawmakers to create more legislations that would help fast-track the development of the country’s maritime industry. Luisito Delos Santos, director for Planning and Policy Service of...
