No tropical cyclones expected in PH for next five days – Pagasa

John Eric Mendoza 01/19/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The country is safe from tropical cyclone threats in the next few days, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). No typhoons are expected to enter the Philippine area of…

‘Go Negosyo’ bullish on propsects of MSMEs in 2024

01/19/2024

Manila, Philippines — Joey Concepcion, the founder of Go Negosyo, expressed optimism for the Philippines’ micro small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in 2024. The non-profit group is gearing up for its first event of the year, 3M…

PH, China agree to ease tensions in WPS during bilateral talks

Donna Z. Pazzibugan 01/19/2024

The Philippines and China agreed to prevent tensions from rising in the West Philippine Sea, especially at the Philippine-occupied Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, during their recent talks on the maritime dispute. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)…

DTI allows manufacturers to downsize certain goods to offset rising costs

Alden M. Monzon, Melvin Gascon 01/18/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced on Wednesday that manufacturers of essential goods can maintain profitability amid rising production costs by reducing product sizes or weights, instead of increasing prices. Trade Assistant…

Comelec: Charter change push at risk if state funds used for signatures

Dona Pazzibungan, Jeanette Andrade 01/15/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chair George Garcia stated that the current “people’s initiative” to amend the Constitution might be invalidated if it’s confirmed that government funds were used to gather petition signatures. Garcia referred to…

Human rights group urges PH to stop red-tagging 

Krixia Subingsubing 01/15/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Before the controversial antiterror law takes effect on January 15, Human Rights Watch (HRW) is urging the Philippine government to stop the harmful practice of red-tagging leftist activists and critics. In their 2024 World Report,…

U.S. to send trade mission to PH in March 

Jeanatte Andrade 01/15/2024

The White House announced that a trade and investment mission led by US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo will visit the Philippines in March. The mission’s delegation, according to White House National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson statement…

PH reaffirms commitment to ‘One China’ policy after Taiwan elections

Tina G. Santos 01/15/2024

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Sunday reiterated the country’s commitment to the “One China” policy, following the election of pro-independence leader Lai Ching-Te as Taiwan’s new president. The DFA’s statement aligns with US President Joe…

Cloudy skies, isolated rain showers expected in many parts of PH today – Pagasa

Gilbert Gaviola 01/14/2024

MANILA, Philippines – Sunday’s weather forecast nationwide predicts cloudy skies, isolated rain showers, and possible thunderstorms. The conditions are influenced by the shear line, northwest monsoon, or “amihan,” particularly impacting the central and eastern parts of the…

BSP likely to continue prolonged tight monetary policy – think tank

Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral 01/13/2024

MANILA, Philippines  — The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is expected to continue its tight monetary policy for an extended period, according to GlobalSource Partners. The think tank suggests that the economy has not yet fully absorbed…

PH ranks 3rd safest in Southeast Asia, Gallup survey says 

John Eric Mendoza 01/13/2024

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is the third safest country in Southeast Asia, based on a Gallup survey as reported by the Philippine National Police (PNP). In the 2023 Gallup Law and Order Index, the Philippines scored…

Finance chief Recto unveils ambitious target: P4.3T revenue this year

Ian Nicolas P. Cigaral 01/13/2024

Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, newly in his Cabinet role, aims to generate P4.3 trillion in revenue this year. The focus is on enhancing social services, generating jobs, and sustaining economic recovery despite the ongoing pandemic impact. The…

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