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ICTSI remains on expansion mode even as risks abound
Ports tycoon Enrique Razon Jr. is keeping an eye out for expansion opportunities in four regions as the billionaire indicated he has no plans of standing idle even in the face of emerging risks......»»
Mandaue drug bust: P476,000 ‘shabu’ seized from HVI
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Authorities seized suspected shabu worth at least P476,000 from a 45-year-old man described as a high-value individual during an anti-illegal drugs operation in Mandaue City early on Wednesday morning, March 27, 2024. The operation took place along Realty Road in the North Reclamation Area in Barangay Subangdaku, Mandaue City, Cebu. The.....»»
Bato dela Rosa admits: ‘I am afraid of going to jail’
MANILA, Philippines — Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa admitted that he is afraid of going to jail, anxious that he may not see his grandchildren if it happens. His remarks came as speculations abound that investigators of the International Criminal Court (ICC) are already in the Philippines. The ICC had launched a probe into the.....»»
Loans to agriculture sector ‘quadrupled’ in 2023
The banking sector’s loan disbursements to the agriculture sector quadrupled last year after the government widened the number of projects considered as compliant with the 25 percent requirement, a member of the central bank’s Monetary Board said......»»
Public sector banks doing better in managing NPAs vis-a-vis their private counterparts: FICCI-IBA survey
New Delhi [India], March 21 (ANI): Public sector banks in India are doing better in comparison to their private sector counterparts in terms of non-performing assets, a survey conducted by industry body FICCI and banking association Indian Banks' Association (IBA) found. A nonperforming asset refers to loans or advances that are on the brink of default. According to the survey, a large majority (77 per cent) of the respon.....»»
Government announces agriculture delegations to better support Primary sector
The coalition Government has announced ministerial delegations to support key areas across the Primary sector to deliver for New Zealand's food and fibre sector, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay announced today."I will be supported in my roles as Minister of Agriculture, Trade, Forestry and Hunting and Fishing, by three Associate Agriculture Ministers, Nicola Grigg (National), Andrew Hoggard (ACT), and Mark Patt.....»»
Private sector collaborates with government for climate action
The private sector has expressed its commitment and readiness to fund sustainability projects to support the country’s climate goals......»»
Lawmaker proposes discounted fuel sales for public transport sector
Lawmaker proposes discounted fuel sales for public transport sector.....»»
Monetary Board approves $2.87B in foreign loans for public sector in Q1 2024
Monetary Board approves $2.87B in foreign loans for public sector in Q1 2024.....»»
DOLE eyes better relations with private sector to increase quality jobs
DOLE eyes better relations with private sector to increase quality jobs.....»»
SM supports agriculture sector through farm-to-store program
The SM Group is ramping up its support for the country’s agriculture sector through a wider farm-to-store program being undertaken by food retail affiliate and community shopping mall chain WalterMart......»»
PM s Prizes for Space to showcase sector s talent
The Government is recognising the innovative and rising talent in New Zealand's growing space sector, with the Prime Minister and Space Minister Judith Collins announcing the new Prime Minister's Prizes for Space today."New Zealand has a growing reputation as a high-value partner for space missions and research. I am excited to announce these prizes which will help foster talent, which plays an important role in.....»»
Indian banking sector continues to improve with better asset quality, high credit growth: Survey
New Delhi [India], March 21 (ANI): The health of the Indian banking sector continues to improve with better asset quality and high credit growth, a survey conducted by industry body FICCI and banking association Indian Banks' Association (IBA) showed. The eighteenth round of the survey was carried out for the period July to December 2023. Those banks that were surveyed together represent about 77 per cent of the banking i.....»»
Philippines private sector sets trade visit to Malaysia
A private sector-led initiative to collaborate with Malaysian agriculture companies is set for this coming April 23 to 24, 2024......»»
DOF mulls mining tax tweaks for royalties, windfall profits
The Department of Finance is pushing for higher rates and fewer tiers in taxing the extractive sector, but the mining industry argued that the proposed structure would make the sector more uncompetitive......»»
El Niño damage to agriculture sector hits P357.4 million
The damage the El Niño phenomenon brought to the agriculture sector in four regions alone – Ilocos, Mimaropa, Western Visayas and Zamboanga peninsula – has already ballooned to P357.4 million, according to the Department of Agriculture......»»
Group lauds government action on nurse shortage
Various public-private programs of the government have addressed the shortage of nurses in the country, according to the Private Sector Advisory Council-Healthcare Sector Group, calling it a “quick win” for the government......»»
PSAC backs government efforts in local talent retention
The jobs sector of the Private Sector Advisory Council expressed support for President Marcos’ efforts aimed at bolstering local talent retention, enhancing vocational training and streamlining business processes in the Philippines......»»
PSAC affirms commitment to public-private collaboration
The Private Sector Advisory Council is ramping up efforts to foster economic growth and poverty reduction through collaboration between governments and the private sector......»»
Philippine agricultural sector grows 1.2 pct in 2023
MANILA, Feb. 2 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine agriculture sector grew by 1.2 percent in 2023, driven by higher poultry and livestock production, increased fruit harvest and record rice output, the Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) said Friday. "Agriculture has contributed positively to the growth of the economy last year. But certainly, we could do more," Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel said......»»