U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday, July 22, announced a new 19% tariff on Philippine goods following a White House meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Trump, calling the meeting a “beautiful visit,” said the Philippines would grant zero tariffs to select US goods. Read more »
The Land Transportation Office (LTO), together with the Department of Transportation (DOTr), has launched a new digital platform aimed at dramatically shortening the time motorists wait for license plates and registration documents. Read more »
The Baguio City government is set to launch a new digital tool that empowers residents to report potential hazards in their surroundings—marking a step toward a more community-driven approach to disaster preparedness. Read more »
Top officials are renewing calls for an updated and comprehensive flood management plan for Metro Manila, as heavy rains and urban flooding continue to disrupt daily life for millions of residents. Read more »
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is seeking a specialized bilateral trade deal with the United States, aiming to craft an agreement that only the Philippines and the U.S. can truly take advantage of. Read more »
U.S. vessel facilities in Palawan aim to aid West Philippine Sea operations and strengthen maritime readiness. Read more »
