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Cebu City council seeks halt to CBRT construction due to heritage concerns

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Council resolved to halt the ongoing civil works of the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (CBRT) project at the Cebu Provincial Capitol, citing concerns that the construction poses a visual intrusion on the iconic building. Vice Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia brought forth the motion, urging the Office of the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

BCCP raises concerns over plans to curb meat imports

The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines expressed concerns on the agriculture department’s plan to temporarily suspend the minimum access volume on corn and pork......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 10th, 2024

Is an Inflation Shock Imminent? The Daily Guardian Explores Wall Streets Concerns

Inflation Concerns Rise as Consumer-Price Index Falls Short of Expectations Inflation has been a hot topic of discussion recently, with hopes that the Federal Reserve.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Go pushes reforms to address concerns

The newly created Office of the Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs is spearheading programs and reforms to address investor concerns and streamline processes......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 24th, 2024

Stocks pull back on inflation impact

Investors yesterday pulled the market back closer to the 6,900 territory, pricing in the impact of inflation landing on the higher end of the target band......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Amid bearish sentiment, bargain hunting could lift stocks

The stock market is expected to sustain its bearish sentiment this week, but potential bargain hunting may eventually lift shares out of the doldrums......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Amid bearish sentiment, bargain hunting could lift stocks

The stock market is expected to sustain its bearish sentiment this week, but potential bargain hunting may eventually lift shares out of the doldrums......»»

Category: lifestyleSource:  abscbnRelated NewsApr 7th, 2024

Ombudsman suspends NFA execs amid cheap rice sale probe

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Laurel said that the Department of Agriculture has implemented the Ombudsman's preventive suspension order for the officials allegedly involved in the “improper” sale of rice buffer stocks......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

NFA defends sale of cheap rice; farmers slam ‘mafia’

The National Food Authority yesterday defended the sale of rice to some traders, saying the NFA is allowed to dispose of aging stocks amid the alleged anomalous sale of rice to traders......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 28th, 2024

US, Australia, Japan, Philippines deepen defence ties

Defence chiefs from Australia, Japan, the Philippines and the US have vowed to deepen co-operation amid concerns about China's moves in the South China Sea......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 4th, 2024

US defense secretary meeting with Pacific allies in Hawaii

pentagon - U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin was in Hawaii on Thursday to meet with leaders from Australia, Japan and the Philippines amid increasing concerns about Chinese military aggression in the Pacific.Defense officials said the talks would continue the allies' "historic progress" on cooperation in their defense industries and military activities, including air and missile defense.Bradley Bowma.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

‘AO 20 necessary for food security’

The newly issued administrative order seeking to remove non-tariff barriers on agricultural imports is a necessary measure for food security, the National Economic and Development Authority said yesterday amid concerns raised by stakeholders......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 26th, 2024

SP to probe into DIA conditions amid visitors’ concerns

A DAVAO City Councilor announced an upcoming investigation into the state of the Francisco Bangoy International Airport, also known as Davao International Airport (DIA)......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Media should check construction in protected areas

THE BUILDING of a resort in the midst of the fabled Chocolate Hills of Bohol was first revealed by a social media post to advertise the place, oblivious to the serious concerns it raised. Netizens quickly reacted and triggered widespread criticism that urged the Senate to hold an investigation.Captain's Peak Resort stands amid the expanse of hills stretching into the horizon, a seemingly endless field of mounds,.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Market plunges deeper amid Middle East conflict

The stock market plunged deeper in the red yesterday on concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 15th, 2024

Philippines, US step up alliance as China threat looms

The Biden administration on Friday assured the Philippines anew that the US commitment to the country’s defense is steadfast amid increasing concerns about provocative Chinese actions in disputed areas of the South China Sea......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Biden to Host Japan PM Kishida, Philippines President Marcos

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a White House summit next month amid growing concerns about North Korea's nuclear program, provocative Chinese action in the South China Sea and differences over a Japanese company's plan to buy an iconic American steel company.White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in a sta.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 21st, 2024

Military personnel banned from using TikTok

Military personnel are banned from using TikTok amid concerns over its possible use for espionage by China......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 17th, 2024

Philippines gross int l reserves level settles at 103.4 bln USD in April

MANILA, May 7 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines' gross international reserves (GIR) decreased to 103.4 billion U.S. dollars at the end of April from 104.1 billion dollars at the end of March, the Philippine central bank said Tuesday. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) said the latest GIR level represents a more than adequate external liquidity buffer equivalent to 7.7 months' worth of imports of goods and payments.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated News8 hr. 19 min. ago

PH takes progressive stance at global negotiations to end plastic pollution

PH takes progressive stance at global negotiations to end plastic pollution.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 6th, 2024