The Philippines and Israel are looking to forge a free trade agreement (FTA) aimed at deepening economic ties and removing trade barriers between the two nations. Read more »
According to recent reports, the combination of lower energy demand and increased hydropower generation has led to a noticeable dip in wholesale electricity prices. Read more »
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues to boost micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Region 2 through its second Regional MSME Summit. Read more »
Starting July 2025, banks in the Philippines began implementing a uniform 20% final withholding tax (FWT) on all interest income from bank deposits. Read more »
In a sweet step forward for the agriculture sector, Abuyog, Leyte is set to welcome a PHP6-million jackfruit processing center dedicated to the world’s sweetest jackfruit—the Eastern Visayas Integrated Agricultural Research Center (EVIARC) variety. Read more »
The P20 rice program rolled out in Guimaras this week aims to make affordable rice accessible to more Filipino households. Read more »
