Gov’t told: Modernize mass transport

Victor Anthony V. Silva 02/27/2017

Cebu’s business leaders called on the government to fasttrack mass transport system projects in Cebu in the wake of yesterday’s transport strike. Glenn Soco, Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) president, said a modernized mass transport…

Gov’t urged: Accelerate infra programs in Cebu

Victor Anthony V. Silva 02/27/2017

PLAN FOR 17 NEW ECOZONES As the Capitol plans to establish new economic zones in 17 potential sites in the countryside, a local business leader is calling for the acceleration of government infrastructure programs in the province…

Cebu traders to tackle biz issues with Digong

Victor Anthony V. Silva 02/26/2017

Around 200 private sector representatives are expected to participate in a dialogue with President Rodrigo Duterte when he comes to Cebu on March 2. Melanie Ng, president of the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), said…

Biz heads hail PNP purge

Victor Anthony V. Silva 02/02/2017

Local business leaders welcomed the move of Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Director General Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa to withdraw his men from the government’s campaign against illegal drugs and instead focus on internal cleansing. The leaders…

Bizmen see cheaper goods, lowered prices of gasoline

Victor Anthony V. Silva 01/17/2017

Business leaders in Cebu welcomed the idea of building an oil refinery in the province, citing its benefits to the local economy. For Virgilio Espeleta, Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) vice president for business development,…

Duterte seen to hasten Asean trade integration

Victor Anthony V. Silva 12/26/2016

Business leaders in Cebu are optimistic about the future of the Asean Economic Community (AEC) under the leadership of President Rodrigo Duterte, who will assume chairmanship of the regional bloc in 2017. Ted Locson Jr., Cebu Chamber…

Biz heads: US study doubtful; net speed in PH ‘frustrating’

Victor Anthony V. Silva 12/22/2016

‘Survey saying PH mobile net speed up does not show net users’ actual experiences’ A recent survey result showing the Philippines overtaking some of its peers in the Asia-Pacific region in terms of mobile internet speed has…

Mentor Me graduate aims to duplicate Thirsty’s success

Dominic D. Yasay 12/14/2016

A LOCAL entrepreneur is aiming to duplicate what Cebuano businessman Bunny Pages’ fruit shake business, Thirsty, has attained. Terence Neil Padrique, 38, is the owner of The Lemon Co., a one-year-old business venture he started in May…

Biz heads see airport improvements to continue despite GM change

Victor Anthony V. Silva 12/12/2016

LOCAL business leaders are optimistic that improvements on the Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) will continue even as the facility’s general manager will be replaced this week. Gordon Alan Joseph, president of the Cebu Business Club (CBC), said…

Traders gear up for Sino investors

Victor Anthony V. Silva 12/01/2016

BUSINESS groups in Cebu are preparing for the possible influx of Chinese investments as Chinese investors are starting to explore investment prospects here. “We are highly encouraged to work closely with possible Chinese investors as they come…

PH posts 7.1% GDP GROWTH: Duterte gov’t lauded; early economic momentum cited

Victor Anthony V. Silva 11/17/2016

Business leaders in Cebu lauded the present administration for the 7.1-percent growth of the Philippine economy during the first three months of President Rodrigo Duterte in office. However, some said this could also be owed to the…

TERROR THREATS IN THE SOUTH?

Ador Vincent S. Mayol, Doris C. Bongcac, Nestle L. Semilla, Victor Anthony V. Silva 11/03/2016

US Embassy alerts Americans of kidnap threats in southern Cebu Cebu officials were caught by surprise by the advisory of the United States Embassy in Manila to its citizens to avoid going to southern Cebu to avoid…

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