International investors on artificial intelligence (AI) have flocked over the Philippines following President Marcos’ chief economic manager’s statement on the country’s strategic advantages, which make it an ideal partner in the future economy. During the four-day World Economic Forum...
Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin (Facebook) Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin has underscored the need for a clear division of functions between the Department of Health (DOH) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it will build 99 cold storage facilities starting this year to extend the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and high-value crops, ensuring supply and price stability. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. siad the facilities will...
FOR MONDAY To combat rampant smuggling, the government will soon implement a new digital trade protection system designed to significantly reduce illicit trade. Department of Finance-led (DOF) committee on pre-border technical verification and cross-border electronic invoicing (CPTVCEI)...
FOR MONDAY Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Cristina Roque emphasized the Philippines' commitment to innovating its trade financing and digital development during the 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF). Speaking before the Innovative Trade Financing Forum, Roque said the Marcos...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said the close relationship of President Marcos with Middle Eastern leaders and the presence of Filipinos in the region contributed to the release of the 17 Filipino seafarers held hostage by Houthi rebels in Yemen. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr....
The Philippines’ rice industry has been making significant strides since the enactment of the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) in 2019, driven by sustained collaboration of the government, farmers, and local authorities, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA). In a statement, the DA said...
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is now monitoring how the United States of America's (USA) freeze order on foreign aid will affect the Philippines, Malacañang said. US President Donald Trump (file) The Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said this after US President Donald Trump...
The Philippines has completed its fifth Rotation and Reprovisioning (RORE) mission at Ayungin Shoal without recording any incidents amid ongoing diplomatic efforts with China, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said. FIle photo In a statement on Friday evening, Jan. 24, the DFA thanked men and...
The Department of Justice (DOJ) Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla's pronouncement on the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) investigation of Duterte’s war on drugs gives thousands of drug war victims in the previous administration hope that real justice could finally come, Sen. Risa Hontiveros...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) is currently assessing the rising prices of pork in local markets to determine whether profiteering within the value chain is a contributing factor. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel noted that pork appears to be dealing with the same issue that led to high prices...
Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel is optimistic that the planned rollout of affordable rice, with prices ranging from P29 to P45 per kilo, in groceries and convenience stores starting Feb. 15 will help influence the market “to be more reasonable.” Laurel told...
