Around 900 workers lost their jobs following government raids on three steel plants over alleged violations, prompting labor groups to demand wages, medical monitoring and livelihood assistance. Read more »
A record-low peso, rising inflation, and slowing growth raise concerns over the Philippine economy as historical parallels with the Marcos Sr. era resurface. Read more »
Iloilo City has earned a place in the Hall of Fame of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (PCCI) Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards, following another win in the national recognition program. Read more »
Cebu is pursuing a new set of technology and manufacturing ventures that could start creating jobs in 2027, with proposed investments ranging from artificial intelligence security research to electric motorcycle production. Read more »
Environmental advocates and Aeta community leaders are raising concerns over land clearing for a proposed economic security zone in New Clark City. Read more »
The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and Subic EnerZone Corp. have renewed their power distribution partnership for another 25 years, extending their cooperation ahead of the existing contract's expiration in 2028. Read more »
