The Philippines has broken into the top 50 of the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII), securing the 50th spot and climbing three notches from last year’s ranking. Read more »
SM Prime Holdings, Inc., through SM Supermalls, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and ARISE Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies officially staged the inaugural SM Sustainability Expo (SUSTEX 2025) at the SMX Convention Center Aura, Taguig. Read more »
Public health advocates are urging the Philippines to reconsider its reliance on the “quit or die” mindset in tobacco control, stressing that millions of smokers remain at risk as global quit rates remain low. Read more »
Three emerging companies from the Philippines have been recognized in Forbes Asia’s “100 to Watch” list for 2025, an annual compilation that celebrates promising startups and small enterprises across the Asia-Pacific. Read more »
In a landmark partnership to promote sustainable innovation, SM Prime, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and ARISE Philippines are joining forces to launch the first-ever Sustainability Expo (SUSTEX), happening on August 29–30, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center Aura, Taguig City. Read more »
Plans are being discussed for the Philippines to host more U.S. missile systems and defense equipment as part of ongoing military cooperation between Manila and Washington. Read more »
