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Biden pledges to defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea - Philippines
US president describes defence commitment to the Philippines and Japan as ironclad as Beijing accuses Manila of violating Chinese sovereignty Joe Biden has pledged to defend the Philippines from any attack in the South China Sea, as he hosted the first joint summit with Manila and Tokyo amid growing tensions with Beijing. The United States defence commitments to Japan and to the Philippines are ironclad, the US president.....»»
MDC, Takenaka form joint venture firm
“This is a wonderful opportunity for our teams to integrate best practices into our developments. The MDC-Takenaka partnership will become an avenue to advance more innovative and sustainable solutions that will benefit the communities that we serve, especially at this time when the Philippines is primed for exponential economic growth.”.....»»
The Art of Time Management for Small Business Owners
Time is a small business owner’s most valuable resource as for many, time is their best capital. With countless tasks to juggle and limited hours in the day, mastering the art of time management is essential for maximizing productivity and achieving business success. So how can small business owners effectively prioritize their time and tasks […].....»»
Biz Bureau surpasses 43-K permit renewals
The Davao City Business Bureau has achieved a significant milestone by processing over 43,000 business permit renewals as of January 29, 2024, surpassing last year's numbers. Maribel Paguican, the Head of the Business Bureau, revealed this accomplishment in a radio interview on January 30, 2024. She highlighted the bureau's performance, stating that they had already exceeded the previous year's figures by 270 renewals. Despite the positive outcome, Paguican acknowledged that they are still short of reaching the 46,000 permits issued the previous year. With approximately 2,890 renewals remaining, including 291 applicants considering retirement, the bureau anticipates around 2,599 renewal applicants. Paguican emphasized the upcoming retirement deadline on January 31, urging business owners to comply to avoid penalties ranging from P1,000 to P5,000. She also advised on the required documentation for retirement, emphasizing the importance of submitting the necessary paperwork to facilitate the process......»»
How a Proper Store Layout Can Boost Your Sales
Imagine walking into a store and feeling instantly overwhelmed. Products are haphazardly stacked, aisles are congested, and finding what you need feels like the first expedition to the North Pole. This chaotic layout might create a visual headache, but it also creates a missed opportunity for the business owner. A well-organized store layout, however, is […].....»»
West Philippine Sea dispute discussed at joint peace and order meeting
China’s activities seen to “jeopardize” the security of the country’s borders were among the key security issues discussed yesterday during the first ever joint national peace and order council and regional peace and order council meeting at Malacañang......»»
Xinhua world news summary at 0700 GMT, April 22
MANILA -- More than 16,700 Philippine and U.S. troops started their largest-ever annual joint military drills on Monday amid criticisms that the drills threaten regional peace and stability. According to the Philippine military, the 19-day exercises, dubbed "Balikatan 2024," will involve around 5,000 Philippine and 11,000 U.S. troops, making it the largest iteration of the Philippines-U.S. joint drills conducted.....»»
Philippines, US launch annual joint military drills
Manila, Philippines - Thousands of Filipino and American troops will kick off joint military exercises in the Philippines on Monday, as Beijing's growing assertiveness in the region raises fears of a conflict.The annual drills - dubbed Balikatan, or 'shoulder to shoulder' in Tagalog - will be concentrated in the northern and western parts of the archipelago nation, near the potential flashpoints of the South Chi.....»»
US, allies plan show of force in South China Sea
Japan, Australia, and the Philippines have joined with Washington for a joint military drill in waters claimed by Beijing The US and three of its allies have announced a joint military exercise in disputed waters of the South China Sea, potentially ratcheting up tensions with Beijing as they seek to demonstrate their.....»»
Philippine women group condemns joint Philippine, U.S. military drills
MANILA, March 31 (Xinhua) -- A progressive women's group in the Philippines, GABRIELA, on Sunday strongly condemned the annual joint military exercise between the Philippines and the United States scheduled next month. GABRIELA Secretary-General Clarice Palce demanded the expulsion of all U.S. troops from the Philippines and the immediate termination of military agreements such as the Visiting Forces Agreement a.....»»
Philippines, US hold another joint activity in West Philippine Sea
Naval forces of the Philippines and the United States Indo-Pacific Command completed another joint activity in the West Philippine Sea yesterday, in what officials stressed was a show of commitment of both nations to boost regional security and stability......»»
Disney, Fox, Warner Bros Discovery to create joint sports streaming platform
Fox Corp, Walt Disney’s ESPN and Warner Bros Discovery said on Tuesday they would launch a sports streaming service later this autumn to capture younger viewers who would not be tuned in to television. The media companies will form a joint venture to create a new service from their broad portfolio of professional and collegiate.....»»
SM Prime, GUNN Co. Ltd. ties waste-to-energy partnership
SM Prime has entered a joint venture with GUUN Co. Ltd (GUUN), with SM Prime holding 70% of the equity of the Philippine joint venture company. GUUN Co. Ltd is headquartered in Yokohama City, Japan, and operates material recovery and recycling facilities, along with environmental solution services. Invited by the government of Cebu in 2014,.....»»
FACT CHECK | Constitutionality, not ‘noble intentions’, basis for allowing joint ventures in West Philippine Sea – Supreme Court
In her column published on manilatimes.net on Dec. 23, 2023, Anna Malindog-Uy proposed, among others, possible joint ventures in the utilization of the resources in the South China Sea to pave the way for a non-confrontational resolution of maritime and territorial claims involving the Philippines and China. The article consistently used the term South China […].....»»
Manila LGU extends deadline for applications for business permits and licenses, payment of taxes and fees
Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna announced that the city government has extended the deadline for the filing of applications of business permits and licenses as well as the payment of taxes and fees. This, according to Lacuna, is meant to give business owners and the taxpayers of Manila more time to settle their dues. The mayor […].....»»
Putting woes drop Pagdanganan to joint 35th after 74
Bianca Pagdanganan lost her momentum as she lost her putting touch, faltering with a 74 after a 68 and dropping from joint second to a share of 35th halfway through the Mizuho Americans Open, now led by Atthaya Thitikul in New Jersey Friday (Saturday Manila time)......»»
House panel exposes irregularities in Dermalog joint venture
The House Committee on Transportation, chaired by Antipolo City 2nd District Rep. Romeo Acop, has accused Dermalog, the foreign IT provider for the Land Transportation Office, of deceiving the government and its joint venture partners in the P3.14 billion Land Transportation Management System project......»»
Late mishap drops Saso to joint 3rd with 66
Yuka Saso faltered at the finish, missing out on a share of the clubhouse lead and slipping to joint third with an eagle-boosted 66, trailing Canadian Maude-Aimee Leblanc by two at the start of the FIR Hills Seri Pak Championship.....»»
Hayco: PSC-PRISAA grassroots program earns SCUAA support in Mindanao
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), headed by Commissioner Edward Hayco, was welcomed with a resounding support in a recent joint orientation activity held in Cagayan de Oro City. Hayco, along with PSC consultant and grassroots coordinator Elbert “Bong Atilano, conducted a joint orientation activity at the Pilgrim Christian College in Cagayan.....»»
Bruce joint 19th in LET-Kenya tourney
The Philippines’ Samantha Bruce stumbled in the final push for the title in the Magical Kenya Ladies Open and landed at joint 19th when the smoke cleared Sunday in Vipingo Ridge, Kenya......»»