With the heat index continuing to rise in the Philippines, Filipinos have had no choice but to turn to electric fans and air conditioners to cool down. Beating the heat, however, comes with a heavy price. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)...
Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC), the operator of the country's sovereign wealth fund, has partnered with the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to explore investment opportunities for its properties, including Clark Freeport and Special Economic Zone. BCDA President and Chief...
The Maharlika Investment Corp. (MIC) unveiled its new company logo that aims to symbolize dedication to building a prosperous future for the Philippines. Inspired by the majestic Philippine Eagle, the state-run firm governing the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) said the logo embodies strength and...
Six human trafficking victims have been repatriated to the Philippines after working in cryptoscam hubs in Myanmar with little or no salary and subjected to physical and psychological abuse. Immigration Commissioner Norman Tansingco said the six victims -- two males and six females and whose...
BAGUIO CITY – The Department of Tourism reported that 1.6 million tourists visited the Cordillera region in 2023, up 31.55 percent compared to 2022 with 1.2 million. TOURISM stakeholders in the Cordillera region attend the Cordillera Regional Tourism Investment Forum 2024 in Baguio City....
As an integral part of the inaugural dialogue on the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) underpinned by the Japanese and Philippine governments, the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) has signed a preliminary deal with three Philippine conglomerates for the development of projects...
Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin (Ellson Quismorio/ MANILA BULLETIN) House Deputy Majority Leader and Iloilo 1st district Rep. Janette Garin says the investment environment in the Philippines needs to improve further in order to compete...
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Noel Pabalate) House Senior Deputy Speaker and Pampanga 3rd district Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. says President Marcos' investment missions abroad are now starting to produce positive results. “The...
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in property investment trends in the Philippines, particularly from traditional houses or lots to condominiums. This transition is driven by several factors, making condominiums an attractive option for those seeking passive income or preparing for...
State-run Social Security System (SSS) is encouraging overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Singapore to avail of the Voluntary Provident Fund Program or the Worker’s Investment and Savings Program (WISP) Plus. During the First SSS Kapihan sa Singapore, SSS President and Chief Executive Officer...
Erickson Y. Manzano, president and CEO, Landco Pacific Corporation; Arch. Ernesto Zabarte, director of architecture, Broadway Malyan; Former Chief justice Hon. Artemio Panganiban, lead independent director of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation; Marycris Panganiban, chief finance officer, Landco;...
House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker’s office) House Speaker Martin Romualdez can't help but feel bullish about the Philippines' prospects for foreign investments following the country’s hosting of the two-day World Economic Forum (WEF)...
