Japanese firms urged the Philippine government to speed up the process of approving ecozone proclamation to be able to provide ready to occupy factory sites in light of the increasing number of Japanese firms expanding in the country. Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Tereso O. Panga, who...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has appointed journalist and two-time National Book Award recipient Jose Torres Jr. as the new director general of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA). (Photo courtesy of PCO and PIA) Torres will replace resigned PIA chief Mon Cualoping, whose...
By Heidi Binghay Melodramatic Tempo, 72” x 38” Her latest collection of abstract paintings shows her signature bold, bright colors on every square centimeter of the canvas. Her works have been described as vibrant and exuberant, evoking feelings of happiness and cheer. It’s no surprise....
The Philippine Army (PA) and the United States National Guard Bureau have coordinated to enhance the two units’ reserve force and humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) capabilities. (Photo by Philippine Army) Col. Xerxes Trinidad, PA spokesperson, said this was revealed during the...
Around 70 local and foreign franchising players and experts will meet in the country to share emerging strategies and business trends to help ensure continued growth of the industry amid continuing global economic challenges, the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA). announced that a powerhouse...
MEETING OF MINDS The delegates from the University for Administration and Finance of Ludwigsburg Germany paid a courtesy visit to Benilde chancellor Benhur Delegates from the University for Administration and Finance of Ludwigsburg, Germany visited the Philippines to learn more about local public...
BONSAI BEAUTY The biggest bonsai exhibit is set to happen this June 10 Get ready for the grandest bonsai exhibition in Asia, presented by SM Mall of Asia (MOA) and the Philippine Bonsai Society, which will open on June 10 at the Music Hall of SM Mall of Asia. This year’s event is extra special as...
LONG-STANDING RELATIONS Ambassador Jana Šedivá delivers her opening remarks The Embassy of the Czech Republic launched the book on Czech-Philippine cultural and diplomatic relations, the first of its kind about the rich cultural and historical heritage shared between the Czech Republic and the...
LUNCH CONVERSATIONS Amb. Veron goes home for lunch whenever he can–and for good reason Whenever possible and barring any work engagements, Ambassador Luc Veron of the European Union’s delegation (EU) to the Philippines likes to go home for lunch and eat with his wife, Mme. Nicole Weismann. They...
HELLO, HUNK Wi Ha Jun at the press conference in Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, a day before his fan meet One of South Korea’s most sought-after actors, Wi Ha Jun, is in the Philippines for the first-ever meet-and-greet held at the New Frontier Theater, organized by local fashion label Bench....
Cebu-based national bowler Alexis Sy made her trip back to Manila worthwhile earlier this today, May 20, outclassing top Malaysian bowler Siti Safiyah 279-216 to bag the women's open crown of the Philippine International Open Tenpin Bowling Championships. *Alexis Sy (center) proudly shows off her...
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. told the new graduates of the Philippine Military Academy (PMA) to live up to the tenets of honor and excellence, and cultivate the ability to recover amid existing challenges and threats to the country's security and safety. *President Ferdinand...
