Resumption of FTA talks seen to spur higher EU investments
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority expects investments from European companies to increase with the resumption of the Philippines – European Union free trade agreement negotiations......»»
PHLPost to bring Guinness pope stamps on roadshow
he Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) is planning to bring the Guinness World Records’ largest collection of Pope Stamp Exhibit to the Visayas and Mindanao to spur interest in philately......»»
Government urged to lift ecozone ban in Metro Manila
The government may consider lifting the moratorium on the establishment of economic zones based in Metro Manila in order to spur more economic activity and growth for the entire country, a local official said......»»
DTI wants FTA with South Korea ratified by mid-year
The Department of Trade and Industry wants the free trade agreement between the Philippines and South Korea to be ratified by the middle of this year......»»
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......»»
NZ-EU FTA gains Royal Assent for 1 May entry to force
The European Union Free Trade Agreement Legislation Amendment Bill received Royal Assent today, completing the process for New Zealand's ratification of its free trade agreement with the European Union. "I am pleased to announce that today, in a small ceremony at the Beehive, New Zealand notified the European Union of our ratification of the New Zealand European Union Free Trade Agreement (NZ-EUFTA)......»»
Millennials banked on to spur HMO recovery
The Generation Y, colloquially known as the millennials, is expected to help prop up the health maintenance organization sector into recovery as health protection tops their priority list......»»
High ratings spur House to work harder – Speaker
Speaker Martin Romualdez yesterday expressed his gratitude to the Filipino people for the high trust and performance ratings he received, as shown in a recent survey conducted by the OCTA Research group......»»
Recto floats FTA with US executives
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto has floated the potential of a free trade agreement with the United States as he seeks more economic and investment opportunities with the world’s biggest economy......»»
Philippine embassy in Saudi opens talks on solar power
The Philippine embassy in Saudi Arabia opened a dialogue with company FAS Energy on solar power potential investments......»»
Capitol to resume sale of cheap rice at P29 per kilo
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu Provincial Government is set to resume selling cheap rice to the “poorest of the poor” residents of the province. However, it will now be priced at P29 per kilo instead of the previous P25. Governor Gwen Garcia announced the resumption during a press conference on Friday, May 17. She.....»»
Nagel unloads 36 points as Buildrite beats Sparko in AEBC Corporate Cup
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Socrates Nagel poured a game-high 36 points as Buildrite beats Sparko, 85-76, in the resumption of the Architects and Engineers Basketball Club (AEBC) 7th Corporate Cup 2024 on Friday evening, May 10, at the University of San Carlos (USC) Main Campus gymnasium. Aside from tallying the game-high score, Nagel also tallied.....»»
Senate targets passage of 20 Marcos’ priority bills in May
“Four of the 20 measures are nearing enactment into law already. The rest are for bicameral committee approval, for second and final reading approval, or awaiting committee approval,” Zubiri said in a statement issued ahead of the resumption of sessions on Monday. .....»»
Santo Tomas, NU pick up big wins
Santo Tomas booked the first Final Four ticket while National U zeroed in on its own desired spot as the two contenders drubbed their respective foes in the resumption of the UAAP women’s volleyball tournament yesterday at the Mall of Asia Arena......»»
‘Manila Clasico’ on Easter Sunday
Ginebra aims for “resurrection” as it crosses swords with fierce rival Magnolia in today’s Easter Sunday “Manila Clasico” highlighting the PBA Philippine Cup’s resumption of play......»»
Chan questions resumption of vessel dismantling works in Punta Engaño
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu – The cease and desist order (CDO) that Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard Chan issued against the dismantling of a ship that got stuck on the shores of Sitio Jansen in Barangay Punta Engano has not been lifted. Chan issued the clarification following reports that cutting works to dismantle the ship has resumed......»»
Manila-based shipping firm eyes resumption of Davao-Lupon ferry services
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews/February 20) – A Metro Manila-based shipbuilding company is eyeing to resume the Davao City – Lupon, Davao Oriental ferry boat operation in October, a City Council official said Tuesday. Councilor Conrado Baluran, Committee of Transportation and Communications chair, said that shipping firm Pinoy Catamaran proposed the possibility of servicing the stalled ferry […].....»»
Staglets go for 3-0 card
Three teams headed by San Sebastian College seek to stay on top as they face separate foes in today’s resumption of NCAA Season 99 junior basketball at the Filoil EcoOil Centre......»»
TIMELINE: Why skywalks in Cebu City need to be dismantled, relocated
CEBU CITY, Philippines – The resumption of dismantling the skywalks in Cebu City for relocation to the South Road Properties (SRP) on February 13 sparked a lot of online discussions. In response, CDN Digital created a timeline outlining the different stages of the skywalk dismantling process, including its execution. The timeline gathers information from reports by.....»»
Comelec: Voter registration resumes February 12
With the resumption of the voter registration on Feb. 12, the Commission on Elections yesterday warned voters against multiple registrations......»»
Strong Group eyes 4-0 record in Dubai
Strong Group Athletics tries to zero in on a group sweep when it tackles Beirut Sports Club in the resumption of its campaign in the 33rd Dubai International Basketball Championship today at the Al Nasr Club......»»