The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) started the week on firmer footing after the government reported higher international reserves, while US and China agreed to more trade talks. The main index added 29.34 points or 0.46 percent to close at 6,406.13 on the back of advances by Conglomerates...
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) will launch an environmental damage assessment after a Chinese vessel ran aground near Pag-asa (Thitu) Island in the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG), West Philippine Sea (WPS) over the weekend. PCG spokesperson for WPS Commodore Jay Tarriela said the vessel, a...
The Philippines showcased its rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit during its National Day celebration at Expo 2025 Osaka, with the Department of Tourism (DOT) leading efforts to elevate the country’s global profile through a vibrant display of tradition and modernity. DOT Secretary...
The Philippine Coast Guard has deployed three ships to patrol the West Philippine Sea in the Ilocos region following the recent recovery of billions worth of floating shabu in the area. Coast Guard District North Western Luzon chief Capt. Mark Larsen Mariano said they have deployed two high-speed...
Lieutenant General Roy Galido, commanding general of the Philippine Army (PA), achieved a rare feat after obtaining an honorary badge from the Naval Special Operations Command (NAVSOCOM) in a symbolic display of inter-service unity. Galido visited the headquarters of the NAVSOCOM at the Naval Base...
The country’s rice inventory jumped by 14 percent to over two million metric tons (MT) in May, aligning with the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure food sufficiency and stabilize prices. In its latest report, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said rice stocks stood at 2.37 million...
The Department of Education (DepEd) officially launched Brigada Eskwela 2025 on Monday, June 9, calling on communities nationwide to come together in preparing schools for the upcoming academic year. As volunteers gear up to clean, repair, and ready classrooms, a teachers’ group urged the...
The Philippines’ motorcycle industry remains on an upward trajectory, with sales surging past 700,000 by the end of May, as demand for greater mobility and an affordable mode of transportation continues to sweep the nation. The latest figures from the Federation of Asian Motorcycle Industries...
The Philippine stock market is expected to continue moving sideways this week after benign inflation failed to spur a rally, although some investors will take cues from data to be released by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, including foreign direct investment and balance of payment numbers....
The Philippine Stock Exchange reported that a number of accounts opened with its trading participants jumped by 50.1 percent to 2.86 million last year from 1.91 million in 2023, due to a 62.0 percent surge in online accounts to 2.47 million from 1.53 million. “This 50 percent jump in number of...
Local fisherfolk in Palawan were alarmed when a Chinese vessel ran aground near Pag-asa (Thitu) Island in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) on Saturday, June 7, amid inclement weather. According to the military, local fishermen spotted the vessel around 3 p.m. at about two nautical miles from the...
More than 50 Filipinos living and working in China were featured in the #MadeItInChina online series spearheaded by the Philippine Embassy in Beijing in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Philippines-China diplomatic relations. Book featuring Filipinos who made it in China (Photo courtesy of...
