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DepEd objects to foreign control of schools via Cha-cha, cites national security risk

The Department of Education on Monday drew the line at allowing foreign “entities” to own schools in the Philippines as proposed in two Charter change resolutions, saying that the entry of 100% foreign-operated schools in basic education will pose a threat to students’ sense of nationality and the country’s security......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Philippines diploma mill rep may attract low-tier foreign universities, expert warns

The Philippines' reputation for having so-called “diploma mills” makes it vulnerable to the entry of substandard foreign universities if proposals to open up higher education to foreign ownership push through, an education expert warned during a Senate hearing on Charter change......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 22nd, 2024

Consented foreign divorce

Can a foreign divorce by mutual consent between the Filipina spouse and her foreign spouse be recognized in this jurisdiction?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 15th, 2024

Why attract foreign investors?

Do we really need to revise our Constitution to attract foreign investors? It will help. We have provisions in our current Constitution that deliver the message that foreign investors are not welcome......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 7th, 2024

No classes in Cebu province due to extreme heat

CEBU CITY, Philippines — All classes in Cebu province are suspended beginning Friday, April 5 until further notice as the summer heat became risky for teachers and students to go out. Governor Gwendolyn Garcia on Friday issued a memorandum, directing local governments under the province’s jurisdiction to cancel all classes until further notice. READ MORE:.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 5th, 2024

Insurance penetration rate slips further to 1.6 percent

The insurance industry saw its net income rise to P48 billion last year, but its contribution to the overall economy slipped further for the second straight year to only 1.6 percent......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024

Further improvement in Philippines external position seen

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) sees a further improvement in the country’s external payments position this year due to a likely higher balance of payments (BOP) surplus and a narrower current account (CA) deficit......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 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

Strong GDP expansion gives BSP room to further hike rates

he impressive economic growth posted by the Philippines in 2023 will give the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas more space to further raise interest rates in case of shocks, according to economists......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

BSP: Inflation likely eased further in January

Headline inflation likely slowed further for the fourth straight month in January, ranging between 2.8 and 3.6 percent, after easing to a 22-month low of 3.9 percent in December, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Saudi Arabia opens its first liquor store in over 70 years as kingdom further liberalizes

Saudi Arabia opens its first liquor store in over 70 years as kingdom further liberalizes.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Trade gap expected to widen further

The Philippines’ trade deficit is expected to widen further this year amid weaker exports and stronger imports, according to Dutch financial giant ING......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Bitcoins Sell The Fact Pullback Came From Exchanges: Kaiko

Title: Analysts Predict Further Price Drop for Cryptocurrencies; Investors Brace for Potential Losses As the cryptocurrency market faces ongoing volatility, analysts are predicting a further.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Baguio chills further at 12.8°C

Baguio City locals and weekend visitors used thick clothing and blankets to parry off shivers after the highland vacation capital’s chill further dived early Sunday morning......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Global Failures on Healthcare Funding

(Washington) - New data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that many governments around the world did not meet public healthcare spending benchmarks amid the Covid-19 pandemic, Human Rights Watch said today. The new information indicates possible violations of countries' obligations to the human right to health.WHO's Global Health Expenditure Database.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Jollibee eyes P8 billion share sale this year

Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to push through this year with its P8-billion fundraising through the issuance of preferred shares, proceeds of which will be used to refinance financial obligations and support expansion in the coming years......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Jollibee eyes P8 billion share sale this year

Asian food conglomerate Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to push through this year with its P8-billion fundraising through the issuance of preferred shares, proceeds of which will be used to refinance financial obligations and support expansion in the coming years......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

BIR attempts ‘friendly’ tack

February is not just the love month, it also marks the start of a yearlong campaign for the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to encourage the public to pay their tax obligations. After all, collecting P3.05 trillion is no easy task......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 23rd, 2024

Government debt payments rise to record P1.6 trillion

The country’s debt service registered a record P1.6 trillion last year, exceeding the program, as the government aggressively moved to cut mounting obligations......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024

COBI urges water district to comply with contractual obligations

Cagayan de Oro Bulk Water Inc. has emphasized the importance of having a cooperative partnership with the Cagayan de Oro City Water District......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 11th, 2024