The U.S. Department of State has pledged at least P3 billion or $60 million in foreign assistance to support energy, maritime, and economic growth programs in the Philippines. Read more »
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues to boost micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Region 2 through its second Regional MSME Summit. Read more »
Despite a slight decline, inflation remains the most urgent national concern for Filipinos, with 62% of respondents in Pulse Asia’s June 2025 Ulat ng Bayan survey citing it as their top worry. Read more »
Nearly two weeks after assuming office on June 30, Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo is receiving national attention for launching a sweeping anti-corruption campaign. Within hours of her oath?taking, she signed Executive Order No.?001, establishing a zero?tolerance policy against graft and misconduct across all city government departments. Read more »
The Philippine labor market continued to show signs of resilience as unemployment dipped in May 2025, with more Filipinos finding jobs across key sectors and subsectors. Read more »
Senator Bong Go has introduced the Rural Employment Assistance Program (REAP) bill in the Senate, designed to institutionalize TUPAD and bring sustainable job opportunities to the countryside. Read more »
