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Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, March 31
JAKARTA -- The authorities of Indonesia's Batam Island officially started on Sunday the operation of direct shipment from Batuampar Port to China's Guangzhou and Shenzhen to boost trade between the two countries. The direct shipping service was initiated by Persero Batam and the Batam Concession Agency in collaboration with SITC International Holdings, a Hong Kong-based shipping logistics company. (Indonesia-Chi.....»»
NAIA sale to pay debts
Amid the excitement over the successful privatization of NAIA’s rehab and operation, Finance Secretary Ralph Recto mused about the future of NAIA beyond the 15-year San Miguel concession period......»»
NAIA deal signing set in Malacañang on Monday
Diversified conglomerate San Miguel Corp. will get the blessing of no less than President Marcos in its takeover of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport as the Chief Executive is expected to witness the signing of the concession on Monday......»»
Meralco fails anew to secure new supply deal
Manila Electric Co. has declared another failed bidding for a 260-megawatt interim power supply agreement after failing to attract interested companies......»»
Mayor Baste not keen on running for national post
DAVAO City Mayor Sebastian “Baste” Duterte is not interested in running for any higher posts in the upcoming 2025 elections......»»
BDO readies SMC financial war chest for NAIA
The country’s largest bank is preparing the financing package that will fund the P122.3-billion rehabilitation of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), with San Miguel Corp. (SMC) just weeks away from signing the concession for the project on March 18......»»
Maynilad pipelines P4 billion for upgrade of 22 pumping stations, reservoirs
Maynilad Water Services will spend about P4 billion to rehabilitate 22 pumping stations and reservoirs to boost the water supply and pressure in the West Zone concession area......»»
More investors interested in NAIA funding, says Ang
More potential investors, including those who unsuccessfully bid, have expressed interest in participating in the 15-year contract to operate and upgrade the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, the project’s winning proponent said......»»
“Biyahe ni Drew” features E. Samar farmers’ products
While Drew Arellano was going around the different beach locations and savouring local foods, he noticed the San Miguel Farmers Association’s (SMFA’s) squash noodles and crackers and got interested on them......»»
Comelec: More time to bid for OVCS
Interested parties have more time to submit bids for the online voting and counting system to be used in the May 2025 elections, according to the Commission on Elections......»»
Manila Water explores Pangasinan supply deal
The consortium of Manila Water Co. Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary, Manila Water Philippine Ventures continue to explore water supply partnerships with the Provincial Government of Pangasinan as it looks to revive the recently terminated concession agreement between the two......»»
Quick takes from around the market
JG Summit confirmed a report that it is interested in expanding its solar investments “outside of the conglomerate’s span” through its renewable energy subsidiary, Merbau Corp......»»
Be still
Be still.....»»
Pertussis cases still rising in Philippines– DOH
Pertussis cases are still on an upward trend after data showed more than 1,500 infections were recorded as of April 13, the Department of He.....»»
P23.4 billion COVID-19 allowance claims still unpaid
At least P23.4 billion is still needed to pay the allowance of health workers who served during the COVID pandemic, according to the Department of Health......»»
Bea Alonzo still Dominic Roque s phone wallpaper 2 months after wedding called off
Actor Dominic Roque still has a photo of his ex-fiancee and fellow actress Bea Alonzo as the wallpaper of his phone, two months since the pair called off their engagement......»»
Senate’s Osaa still in Davao City
THE Senate’s Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms (Osaa) is still in Davao City as the search against the “fugitive from justice” founder of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KJC), Pastor Apollo Quiboloy continues......»»
Carreon-Lagoc: “Speak it still once again.”
Carreon-Lagoc: “Speak it still once again.”.....»»
Market still not conducive for IPO
PNB Holdings Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Philippine National Bank, is ready to conduct an initial public offering, according to Carlu Fernandez, Philippine Airlines’ general counsel, but market conditions are still not conducive to an IPO at this time......»»
Prince is still Cebu’s half-marathon king
Prince is still Cebu’s half-marathon king.....»»