KANANASKIS, Alberta (AP) — Six of the Group of Seven leaders discussed Russia 's war in Ukraine and the Israel-Iran conflict but failed to reach major agreements on those and many other top issues — closing a summit that was forced to try and show how the wealthy nations ' club might...
Two-and-a-half-year-old Salmon Group Ltd, a Manila-based financial technology (fintech) firm, has raised $88 million to expand its efforts in delivering modern financial solutions and improving credit access across Southeast Asia. The funding includes a $60 million drawdown from a three-year, $150...
Flag carrier Philippine Airlines (PAL) has relaunched its cargo service to stay in tune with the latest developments in the cargo industry, amid the impending threat of tariff policies that could disrupt global trade. During a media launch on Monday, June 16, the Lucio Tan-led airline unveiled the...
Aside from strengthening governance to build investors’ confidence in developing countries like the Philippines, the Washington-based World Bank Group (WBG), the world’s largest development bank, said these economies should also increase job opportunities for women as local branches of foreign...
Century Properties Group, Inc. (CPG) has doubled its annual dividend policy to 20 percent of the previous year’s earnings, from 10 percent, as it sees faster growth amid optimism over the prospects of the Philippine real estate sector. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, the firm...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has prepared its deployable response groups (DRGs) across its 16 districts nationwide to enhance its disaster response capabilities this typhoon season. Commander Michael John Encina, deputy spokesperson of the PCG, said the DRGs are composed of coast guard...
The Qantas Group is closing its intra-Asia airline, Jetstar Asia, to strengthen its core businesses in Australia and New Zealand amid growing challenges. In a statement, Vanessa Hudson, Qantas Group chief executive officer, said the closure of Jetstar Asia would free up about $500 million in...
The Philippine Army (PA) is not resting on its laurels as it will not downsize its troop presence in Basilan even after the province was declared free from the threat and influence of the extremist Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). Lt. Gen. Roy Galido, PA commanding general, said he wants to maintain the...
Anna Chua-Norbert of DDB Group Philippines has been awarded "Vision Leader" at the Campaign Asia-Pacific 's Women Leading Change Awards (WLCA) 2025, marking a historic first for a Filipina to receive this honor. This recognition also highlights her trailblazing work in integrating culture,...
Once a haven of the notorious Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), the province of Basilan in Mindanao was officially declared free from the influence and presence of the extremist group on Monday, June 9. Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) Secretary Carlito Galvez...
The provincial government on Monday, June 9, formally declared Basilan free from the presence and threat of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG). The official declaration ceremony was held at the Basilan Government Center in Santa Clara, Lamitan City, and was attended by national and local leaders, peace...
The SM Group has cemented its status as a regional powerhouse, amassing an impressive 42 award points at the prestigious Asia Pacific Stevies that propelled the conglomerate to win the coveted title of "Most Honored Organization of the Year," with SM Supermalls leading the charge by clinching 12...
