Regulations needed to ensure sustainable salt industry expansion — group
The newly-signed Philippine Salt Industry Development Act needs thorough regulation to ensure a balance between salt production, aquaculture, and environmental sustainability, a group said on Wednesday......»»
Converting ponds to salt farms threatens mangrove restoration, conservationists warn
As the government seeks to revitalize the country's struggling salt industry, conservationists warn that allowing abandoned, undeveloped, and underutilized (AUU) fishponds to be converted into salt farms risks exacerbating the degradation of mangroves......»»
Salt Substitutes Lower Risk of High Blood Pressure by 40% – The Daily Guardian
New Study Finds Salt Substitutes Can Lower the Risk of High Blood Pressure Excessive salt consumption has long been recognized as a major risk factor.....»»
Business groups laud passage of Salt Industry Development Act
Business groups Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) and Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) welcomed the approval of a law that aims to revive the salt industry which is seen to support economic growth and help create jobs......»»
Agoda’s Eco Deals Survey: 4 in 5 Travelers Care About More Sustainable Travel
As Pinoy travelers venture to explore new horizons, they are increasingly mindful of the potential impact of their choices. According to a survey conducted by digital travel platform Agoda, 92% of Filipino travelers care about more sustainable travel. Respondents highlighted that financial incentives, the availability of sustainable travel packages, and clearer guidance on sustainable travel […].....»»
Salt imports decline as local output improves
The country’s salt imports decreased to 84 percent of total requirements last year from 90 percent in 2022 as local production improved, a ranking official of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources said......»»
DTI adopts SRP changes for coffee, salt product variants
DTI adopts SRP changes for coffee, salt product variants.....»»
Calls for sustainable news business model mount after CNN Philippines closure
“As an educational institution that produces media practitioners, we stand with our alumni and with the media industry in calling for a more sustainable and ethical business model for local media instead of the for-profit model that continues to dominate the media industry.".....»»
France: Ensure Muslim Women, Girls Can Play Sports
(Nyon, Switzerland, March 8, 2024) - French basketball authorities should ensure equal access to sport for Muslim women and girls by overturning the discriminatory ban on wearing the hijab, the Sport & Rights Alliance said today. On International Women's Day, The Alliance urges sports officials across the globe to ensure that everyone can play sports free of discrim.....»»
BSP issues guidelines for payment systems
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has released its first Manual of Regulations for Payment Systems (MORPS), a formal compilation of all payment system regulations approved by the Monetary Board as of end-December 2023......»»
China: Religious Regulations Tighten for Uyghurs
(New York) - The Chinese government's revised regulations in the Xinjiang region tighten controls over the religious practices of the predominantly Muslim ethnic Uyghurs, Human Rights Watch said today.The revisions, effective February 1, 2024, focus on "Sinicizing" religions,.....»»
Russian economy on sustainable growth trajectory - Mishustin
The country's GDP expanded above expectations last year Russia has not only withstood the pressure of Western sanctions and outside risks but has also managed to steer its economy toward sustainable growth, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said on Tuesday. Every sector of industry registered positive dev.....»»
Envi group raises concern over Aboitiz coal expansion in Cebu
Envi group raises concern over Aboitiz coal expansion in Cebu.....»»
Why planned power boost to Cebu Island welcomed and needed
MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A business leader in Cebu’s industrial and logistics hub welcomes a firm’s plan to give the island a power boost with its planned expansion and construction of its power facilities. Mark Ynoc, incoming president of the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI), told CDN Digital in a message, why the.....»»
Concepcion: Creating jobs more sustainable than legislated wage hike
A skilled workforce and a vibrant economy that creates jobs are a more sustainable approach to attaining higher wages instead of immediately increasing the minimum wage, according to entrepreneurship advocacy group Go Negosyo......»»
Philippines launches campaign to boost halal industry
MANILA, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines on Tuesday launched a four-year plan to boost the halal industry, hoping to turn the country into a leading halal hub in the Asia-Pacific region by 2028. Philippine Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the Philippine Halal Industry Development Strategic Plan "aspires to establish the Philippines as a customer-focused, collaborative, comprehensive, and comp.....»»
Philippines launches campaign to boost halal industry
MANILA, Jan. 23 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines on Tuesday launched a four-year plan to boost the halal industry, hoping to turn the country into a leading halal hub in the Asia-Pacific region by 2028. Philippine Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual said the Philippine Halal Industry Development Strategic Plan "aspires to establish the Philippines as a customer-focused, collaborative, comprehensive, and comp.....»»
CTTMO heightens 20-sec rule for PUVs
The City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO) in Davao City is intensifying the enforcement of the 20-second rule for public utility vehicles (PUVs) in loading/non-loading areas to alleviate traffic congestion during peak hours. CTTMO Head Dionisio Abude announced that 36 new traffic personnel will be assigned to monitor yellow boxes and ensure that PUVs, particularly jeepneys, do not exceed the 20-second limit in designated areas. Violators will be issued citation tickets for disregarding traffic signs, and those with expired or fake PUV IDs will face penalties. Additionally, the CTTMO is increasing efforts to curb illegally parked cars and urging drivers to keep intersections clear. These measures, along with the enforcement of the new speed limit policy, aim to promote safe and orderly traffic. Abude emphasized the importance of motorists' cooperation in respecting traffic rules and regulations for a disciplined and courteous driving environment......»»
Esports, education come together in 1st Estudyante Esports SummEEt
The summit is one of the initiatives under Dark league Studios' Estudyante Esports Program, which hopes to bring esports to the academe to create a sustainable future for both the industry and the next generation of gamers who wish to pursue a career in the industry......»»
Alfamart accelerates growth with more aggressive expansion
Alfamart, the minimart chain of the SM Group, is embarking on a more aggressive growth as it ramps up store expansion starting this year......»»
Councilor urges social media influencers to observe local laws
The Davao City councilor, Temujin “Tek” Ocampo, has urged social media influencers to familiarize themselves with local ordinances before promoting areas to their followers. Ocampo, who heads the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources, appreciates the promotion of Davao City by social media influencers but emphasizes the importance of understanding local laws before attracting crowds to specific areas. He expressed gratitude for the promotion but highlighted the challenge of controlling the influx of people once a location is featured. Ocampo plans to collaborate with Councilor Al Ryan Alejandre, Chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification, to accredit social media vloggers through the local government unit. He underscored the need for accredited vloggers, recognizing their contributions to the city and addressing any mistakes they might make. This initiative aims to balance recognition for positive actions with corrective measures for any missteps. The concerns arose in November 2023 when a Davao City-based environment group criticized a travel vlogger for promoting recreational activities in a river within the Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. Following a waste dumping incident on January 11, 2024, the group urged Dabawenyos, especially vloggers and influencers, to refrain from visiting protected areas for leisure. They emphasize the importance of understanding and respecting rules and regulations before endorsing specific parts of the city......»»