China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) focuses on tech, green energy & institutional opening. As the Philippines chairs ASEAN in 2026, cooperation in AI, clean energy & smart infrastructure offers a path to shared growth. Explore the potential.
Iloilo City starts 2026 with twin international awards: the Asean Clean Tourist City and UNEP Role Model City for ecosystem restoration. Discover how the city achieved this.
Jerrold Pete Mangliwan to lead Team Philippines as flag bearer at the ASEAN Para Games in Thailand. The 216-strong delegation aims to improve on its 2023 medal haul.
BDO Unibank launches a P5 billion peso-denominated sustainability bond offer with a 5.7125% annual coupon. The offer period runs from January 7 to 19, 2026. Read more for details.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. announces full security preparations for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Public cooperation is key to ensuring safety.
BDO Unibank launches its fifth peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bond offer, with a minimum size of P5 billion and a 5.7125% coupon rate. Invest from January 7-19, 2026.
PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. confirms security measures for ASEAN ministerial meetings in Cebu this January. Police to secure delegates while managing Sinulog Festival crowds.
DOT 7 projects over 300,000 visitors in Cebu this January, fueled by Sinulog 2026, extended holidays, and the ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover the full story and travel insights.
BDO Unibank is the only Philippine bank ranked among Southeast Asia's 10 most valuable banking brands, with its brand value surging 48% to $3.7 billion. Discover how it reinforces its leadership.
Mayor Jonas 'Jonkie' Ouano mandates immediate repair of non-functioning streetlights on Mandaue's major bridges to ensure motorist safety and prepare for the upcoming ASEAN Summit. Read about the city's urgent infrastructure push.
Cebu's domestic tourism soared with 102,124 visitors this Christmas, showcasing resilience and readiness for the upcoming 45th ASEAN Tourism Forum. Discover how local travel drives recovery.
BPI announces a P5 billion peso bond offering to fund sustainable social projects. Learn about the terms, timeline, and impact of this green financing initiative.
Mandaue City Mayor Jonkie Ouano directs DPWH to urgently fix broken streetlights on major bridges, citing safety and upcoming ASEAN delegate traffic. Action promised next week.
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim highlights ASEAN's role in strengthening regional stability in 2025. The bloc now passes leadership to the Philippines for 2026. Read the full story.
Filinvest Land Inc. has fully paid its P5 billion fixed-rate bonds, demonstrating financial discipline. Funds were used for key projects in Quezon City and Ortigas. Learn more about their strategic growth.
Police in Central Visayas arrest 353 suspects and confiscate P13.2 million worth of shabu in a major pre-holiday crackdown. Read the full report on the operations.
The Cebu City Police Office has launched a new command center to boost security monitoring and response ahead of major 2026 events like Sinulog and the ASEAN Summit. Read more.
The Senate Economic Planning Office warns of tightening fiscal space and calls for structural reforms to protect the Philippines' long-term economic growth. Learn the key recommendations.
LANDBANK receives historic Special Recognition at DOE's Sustainable Energy Awards 2025 for driving the Philippines' renewable energy transition. Read about its ₱176B loans and new 2026 bonds.
BSP Deputy Governor Abenoja outlines plans for deeper money markets and tokenized payments at the ASEAN+3 forum in Hong Kong, aiming to strengthen financial stability and regional integration. Learn more about the Philippines' 2026 co-chair role.
Lapu-Lapu City opts out of Sinulog 2026 to concentrate resources on hosting ASEAN 2026 events in January. Tourism chief explains the strategic decision.
Cebu FC secured their first point in the 2025-2026 ASEAN Club Championship with a 1-1 draw against Selangor FC. Read the match recap and see the updated Group A standings.
Team Pilipinas-Davao clinched the 2025 Asean Schools Games basketball crown in Brunei, sweeping all matches. Read how their teamwork and values led to victory!
Police in Central Visayas deploy personnel for Simbang Gabi masses starting Dec 16, 2025, and raise alert status through 2026 for Christmas, Sinulog, and the ASEAN Summit. Read about the security plans.
Cebu City Council greenlights a P13.4 billion budget for 2026, prioritizing streamlined spending and manpower rationalization. Key allocations and amendments detailed.
BDO Unibank secures $500 million from a five-year offshore bond sale, oversubscribed by more than 3 times. Funds will support lending and corporate growth. Read the details.
The US-ASEAN Business Council is leading a push for practical Extended Producer Responsibility systems to transform packaging waste management across Southeast Asia. Learn how this collaborative effort aims to build a sustainable future.
Tourism stakeholders in the BIMP-EAGA region are prioritizing cruise tourism development, capitalizing on the area's vast island networks to boost travel and connectivity.
The Philippines boys basketball team captured their first-ever ASEAN Schools Games championship with a thrilling 90-86 overtime victory against Malaysia. Read about this historic win for Davao-led squad!
BDO Unibank successfully priced USD500 million in five-year senior notes, attracting USD1.6 billion in orders. Learn how this supports the bank's lending strategy in the Philippines.