Public transport operators looking to modernize their fleets now have access to a new government-backed financing program aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles across the country. Read more »
Health services for expectant mothers in Eastern Visayas are set for a major upgrade as regional authorities move to strengthen maternal care through a broader prenatal monitoring system. Read more »
According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, Region 7’s total fertility rate fell to 1.7 children per woman, dropping below the replacement level of 2.1 needed to maintain population growth. Read more »
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is considering a possible off-cycle interest rate hike as inflation risks worsen due to rising oil prices, peso weakness, and global supply pressures. Read more »
The Philippines ranks among the most vulnerable economies to a potential food price surge, as global risks from energy costs, fertilizer prices, and climate disruptions continue to rise, according to Nomura Global Markets Research. The country placed 21st out of 110 economies in the index, reflecting high exposure to global food price volatility. Read more »
Many Filipino job seekers face financial and structural barriers in employment, from clearance fees to skills mismatch. Learn how proposed reforms like the Kabalikat sa Hanapbuhay Act aim to ease the burden and improve job access. Read more »
