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The war-driven closure of the Strait of Hormuz is rippling across the global economy with mounting force, as physical fuel prices surge far above crude oil benchmarks, airlines slash tens of thousands of flights, and governments from Manila to Canberra scramble to secure dwindling supplies. Jet fuel markets have decoupled from crude oil futures, with … Read more

Fishers and farmers are putting anticipatory action lessons in place In the northernmost reaches of the Philippines, along its vast coastline, fishers have long enjoyed the bounty of the sea for their sustenance. Mahi Mahi, marlin, mackerel, grouper and octopus: the species abound. While inland, the fertile soil also gives generously, producing fresh fruits and … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday invited American investors to explore opportunities in the Philippines, reaffirming the country’s openness to business and the government’s commitment to improving the investment climate. “We are ready to work with you. The Philippines is open—and I mean that not as a slogan, but as a commitment from my … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the naming and delivery ceremony of the world’s first methanol dual-fueled bulk carrier during significant rites held at what is regarded as the country’s shipbuilding capital at the West Cebu Estate in Balamban, Cebu. “I name this ship Brave Pioneer. May God bless her and all who sail on … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. assured Filipino designers and entrepreneurs on Thursday of continued government support to enhance their global competitiveness as he led the re-opening of the Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls in Pasay City. President Marcos said the newly refreshed Likhang Filipino Exhibition Halls, formerly known as PhilTrade Center, provide local designers, artisans, and … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. capped a productive and successful participation at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in South Korea, emphasizing strengthened regional ties, opportunities for strategic investments, and the Philippines’ key gains from the high-level meetings. President Marcos, accompanied by First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos and the Philippine delegation to the 2025 Asia-Pacific … Read more

The Philippines has launched a new blockchain-based system called Integrity Chain to increase transparency in government spending, especially for flood-control projects. This move follows massive protests by over 130,000 people demanding accountability for widespread corruption in multi-billion-peso infrastructure contracts. The system was developed by local startup BayaniChain Ventures and will be used initially by the … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. wrapped up a five-day State Visit to India on Thursday, returning to Manila with USD 446 million in confirmed investments and up to USD 5.8 billion in potential projects across key sectors such as digital infrastructure, renewable energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and IT-BPM. The agreements are expected to generate over 4,000 … Read more

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday asked China to give advance notice of potential rocket debris falling within Philippine territory from China-launched rockets. President Marcos said the Philippines has no interest in China’s rockets and has offered to retrieve any rocket debris and return them to China. At the Kapihan sa Media forum in … Read more

The Philippines has secured nominations in three key categories at the prestigious 24th Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, the Department of Tourism (DOT) announced. Recognized by Wanderlust, the United Kingdom’s longest-running and largest travel magazine, the Philippines is among the contenders for “Most Desirable Country (Worldwide)”, one of the top honors at this year’s awards. The … Read more