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Government to address price hikes – NEDA

The government is stepping up efforts to address price increases in basic commodities such as rice following a recent survey indicating that Filipinos are dissatisfied with efforts to manage inflation, according to the National Economic and Development Authority......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

E-motorcyles likely included in review of tax breaks – NEDA

The executive order modifying the tariff rates for electric vehicles will be up for review next week, with the possible inclusion of e-motorcycles in the list of vehicles that benefits from tax breaks......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 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

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

Philippine government retains 6.5 to 7.5 pct GDP growth target for 2024

MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Friday expressed optimism that the Philippine government will achieve a gross domestic product growth of 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent in 2024. "This growth will be supported by low and manageable inflation, a labor force with access to more and better jobs, a stronger fiscal position in the form of a lower.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinetimesRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Philippines education to benefit from Cha-cha – NEDA chief

The country’s higher education system will greatly benefit from the easing of economic provisions of the Constitution, allowing the entry of renowned schools in the country, according to Socio-economic Planning Secretary Arsenio Balisacan......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Philippine government retains 6.5 to 7.5 pct GDP growth target for 2024

MANILA, Jan. 26 (Xinhua) -- National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan on Friday expressed optimism that the Philippine government will achieve a gross domestic product growth of 6.5 percent to 7.5 percent in 2024. "This growth will be supported by low and manageable inflation, a labor force with access to more and better jobs, a stronger fiscal position in the form of a lower.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

Government sticks to 6.5-7.5 percent growth target for 2024

Despite global and domestic headwinds, the government is still aiming to attain a 6.5 to 7.5 percent economic growth for this year, according to National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 26th, 2024

What to expect from Sec. Ralph Recto leadership at DOF

Former senator, former NEDA Secretary, congressman, and deputy speaker until this week, and now Secretary of the Department of Finance (DOF), Ralph Recto has a colorful and multiple experience in both the Legislative and Executive branches of the government......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Buying plane not feasible, Lacson says

Buying plane not feasible, Lacson says.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Rights group says PH gov’t does not listen to experts

“They are faking these all, as the Marcos Jr. [administration] has stepped up its policy of wanton repression against the people, violating rights and basic freedoms including our freedom of expression." The post Rights group says PH gov’t does not listen to experts appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsJan 22nd, 2024

Metro Manila Subway project now 40% complete, says DOTr

The Philippines' first-ever underground mass transport system is almost halfway through completion after it recorded an overall project implementation progress rate at 40% as of January 2024......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

I didn t know Bettina was the killer : Kaila Estrada shocked with Can t Buy Me Love finale

Even Kaila Estrada didn't know her "Can't Buy Me Love" character Bettina was such a central figure in the show's closing episodes......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated News20 hr. 17 min. ago

Philippines GDP expands by 5.7 pct in Q1

MANILA, May 9 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' gross domestic product (GDP) expanded 5.7 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2024, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. The latest figure is higher than the 5.5 percent growth in the fourth quarter of 2023, but lower than the 6.4 percent expansion posted in the first quarter of 2023. PSA head Dennis Mapa told a press conference that.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024

Tapales holds firm in top 3 spot of the 122-pound division

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former two-division world champion Marlon “Nightmare” Tapales remains a significant figure in the boxing world’s 122-pound division. This is because Tapales has maintained his position as the No. 3 contender in the World Boxing Council (WBC) for two consecutive months. Tapales is scheduled to have a tune-up fight on May 10.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Xinhua Asia-Pacific news summary at 1600 GMT, April 8

TOKYO -- The number of people hospitalized in Japan due to health damage related to Kobayashi Pharmaceutical's dietary supplement containing red yeast rice, or beni-koji, had risen to 212, local media reported on Monday. The figure was updated as of Sunday, with those who have since been discharged included, national news agency Kyodo reported citing the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. (Japan-Drugmaker-He.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Scramble for 4th spot continues

Far Eastern U tries to close in on the coveted fourth spot while Adamson wants to stay in the thick of the race when they figure in a crucial duel in the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament today at the Smart Araneta Coliseum......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

Lady Tamaraws, Lady Falcons collide in pivotal match

Far Eastern University tries to widen its gap from multiple chasers for the coveted fourth spot, while Adamson wants to stay in the thick of the race when they figure in a crucial duel in the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 8th, 2024

The power of words and reading

My favorite quotation on reading and books is from former US president Barack Obama, who said in a 2017 interview on what books mean to him: “…(reading) reintroduced me to the power of words as a way to figure out who you are and what you think, and what you believe, and what’s important, and to sort through and interpret this swirl of events that is happening around you every minute.”.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Katy Perry flaunts figure ahead of American Idol exit

Pop singer and "American Idol" judge Katy Perry was among the headturners during the red carpet of the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 2nd, 2024