Tag: Philippine Economy
Japan Backs BARMM Fisheries with $4.79M Grant for Sustainable Aquaculture
The Government of Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to the local agriculture sector by funding a $4.79 million fisheries project in the Bangsamoro Autonomous...
Enrile: Impact of US Tariff War on PH, Global Economy Still Uncertain
CHIEF Presidential Legal Counsel Juan Ponce Enrile expressed uncertainty over the economic effects of the ongoing tariff war involving the United States, Canada, Mexico,...
Overseas Filipinos’ Remittances Grow by 3.2% in July 2024, Total Reaches $3.43 Billion
Remittances from Overseas Filipinos (OFs) increased by 3.2% in July 2024, reaching $3.43 billion, up from $3.32 billion in July 2023.
The growth in...
Rice Prices Stay High Despite Tariff Cuts, Experts Warn of Continuing Hikes
DAGUPAN CITY - The price of local and imported rice in the market across the country has remained high despite the tariff reductions implemented...
Salceda Urges Focus on Corn Prices as Inflation Eases in August
Albay 2nd District Representative Joey Salceda has called on the economic managers of the Marcos Jr. administration to prioritize stabilizing the price of corn,...
12 Onion Traders Accused of Involvement in Cartel Linked to 2022 Onion Crisis – PCC
The Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has filed complaints against 12 traders and importers allegedly involved in cartel-like activities related to the 2022 onion crisis.
According...
Ph Debt Surpasses P15 Trillion Amidst Rising Government Spending
The Philippines' sovereign debt reached a new record high of P15.689 trillion as of July 30, 2024, according to data released by the Bureau...
Moody’s Maintains Philippines’ Investment-Grade Credit Rating
Moody’s Investors Service has upheld the Philippines' investment-grade credit rating at “Baa2” with a “stable” outlook, citing key economic reforms, fiscal consolidation efforts, and...
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Pacquiao Links Teen Pregnancy to ‘Sexual Immorality,’ Urges Fear of God
MANILA, Philippines — Senate candidate Manny Pacquiao has attributed...
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Philippines Removed from Global Dirty Money Watchlist
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Businessman Shot Dead by Riding-in-Tandem Gunmen in Koronadal
Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a businessman...
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Doc Willie Ong Officially Withdraws from 2025 Senate Race
MANILA – Senatorial candidate Doc Willie Ong has formally...