The Philippines may soon see a stronger, more tech-driven Armed Forces as House Deputy Majority Leader and Camarines Sur Rep. Luigi Villafuerte pushed for the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) or military-grade drones to bolster defense and disaster response. Read more »
The Social Security System (SSS) has launched its first-ever multi-year pension increase, marking a historic milestone in its 68-year history. Read more »
The Philippine government’s debt-to-GDP ratio has risen to 63.1 percent as of the second quarter of 2025, reaching its highest level in two decades. Read more »
A measure to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on goods and services from 12% to 10% has been filed in the House of Representatives, with the goal of providing relief to Filipino consumers facing rising prices. Read more »
The government has officially launched the Digital National ID for senior citizens nationwide, a move aimed at improving accessibility to benefits and privileges for millions of elderly Filipinos. Read more »
Filipinos and eligible foreign travelers can now skip long airport queues by paying their travel tax online through the eGovPH Super App or the eTravel platform. Read more »
