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DENR, LGUs told to focus on climate change mitigation

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources must come up with plans to enhance local efforts to mitigate climate change, according to President Marcos, who had described the problem as “the most pressing existential challenge of our time.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

‘Philippines needs more distributed, adaptable power generation’

Manila-based climate and energy policy group Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities has underscored the immediate need for increased distribution and adaptable power generation   in the country in light of the recent blackouts in Panay.....»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Of PPP codes and elevator rides

Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio “Arsi” Balisacan, a marathoner, can run long distances, say a 42-kilometer marathon for hours on end. He has done it many times, in the Philippines and beyond......»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Of PPP codes and elevator rides

Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Arsenio “Arsi” Balisacan, a marathoner, can run long distances, say a 42-kilometer marathon for hours on end. He has done it many times, in the Philippines and beyond......»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

185 infrastructure projects to take off after PPP rules signing

An estimated P9.14 trillion worth of 185 flagship projects under the administration of President Marcos may soon commence, following the signing of the implementing rules and regulations of Republic Act 11966 or the Public-Private Partnership Code, lawmakers said......»»

Category: CCCCCCSource:  mindanaotimesRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

PPP Code to spur more infrastructure projects

An estimated P9.14 trillion worth of 185 flagship projects under the Marcos administration may soon commence following the signing of the implementing rules and regulations of the Public-Private Partnership Code, according to lawmakers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

NEDA welcomes award of NAIA PPP

The award of the contract for the P170.6-billion project to rehabilitate the Ninoy Aquino International Airport highlights the emphasis of the Marcos administration in providing world-class air transportation infrastructure to achieve the government’s economic transformation agenda, according to the National Economic and Development Authority......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Bataan-Cavite bridge O& M eyed for PPP

The government is looking at the operations and maintenance (O&M) of the Bataan-Cavite Interlink Bridge as a potential public-private partnership project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

DOTr: Government, PPP projects to solve Metro traffic

The Department of Transportation has committed to solve the traffic congestion in Metro Manila through public-private partnerships after the region was ranked as the worst metro in the world in a mobility index......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

‘Summer MMFF 2024’ hindi matutuloy, pag-arangkada ng PPP pag-aaralan pa

WALANG Summer Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) ngayong taon. ‘Yan ang inanunsyo ng Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA), ang organizer ng nasabing event, sa kabila ng patuloy na record-breaking streak ng 49th MMFF na umani na ng mahigit P1 billion sa takilya. Ayon sa MMDA Chairman at concurrent MMFF ExeComm Chairman na si Don Artes,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 11th, 2024

Taiwan’s indispensability in preparing for future pandemics

The three years of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in a terrible loss of life and exacerbated health inequalities. The global economy slumped and, worldwide, people’s lives were affected. This experience demonstrated that the present global health governance framework is not effective in responding to threats to global health......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 18th, 2024

BSP steps up consumer protection program

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is adopting a framework which will assess any business conduct or practices that may cause harm to financial consumers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

No nonsense

The Ease of Doing Business has been defined as “the level of simplicity and efficiency with which businesses can operate within an economy.” It encompasses various aspects, including the economic landscape, finance, and legal framework......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 1st, 2024

Water under the bridge

Last year, Razon-led Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. and Lopez-owned First Gen Corp. said they were in discussions to develop a gas aggregation framework using the latter’s liquified natural gas (LNG) terminal in Batangas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

BSP to issue new guidelines for MSBs

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is finalizing a new regulatory framework for money service businesses to ensure that risks remain manageable amid the evolving industry......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

RCBC strengthens sustainable advocacy

Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. has amended its sustainable finance framework, aligning its principles with global standards to promote responsible financing and protect natural resources......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Solon pushes creation of Dept of Water Resource Management

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A lawmaker is pushing for the establishment of a national framework for water resource management that is spelled out in the proposed Department of Water Resources Management (DWRM) as a long-term solution to water shortage in the country. Agri Partylist Representative Wilber Lee said that the DWRM will bring together 32.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

NEDA: Further reforms needed in telco industry

The National Economic and Development Authority is pushing for the passage of an open access framework bill and key reforms in the country’s franchising and licensing regime to further promote competition in the telco sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Philippines urged to prioritize health over trade at global tobacco control talks

Delegates from around the world gather in Panama this week for the 10th Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

Basic Energy, Renova sign MOU for construction of 50MW Mabini Wind Energy Project

I reported last week on Basic Energy and its progress toward signing a memorandum of understanding with Renova Inc. to set the framework for signing an eventual Joint Development and Shareholders Agreement for the construction of the 50MW Mabini Wind Energy Project......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 5th, 2024