Category: The Nation

U.S. Embassy hosts regional workshop on combating cultural property trafficking

MANILA | May 13, 2026 — The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines convened law enforcement officials and cultural heritage specialists from ASEAN member states for the workshop “Combating Cultural Property Trafficking in Southeast Asia” held from May 5 to 8 at the Ayala Museum in Makati City.    Funded by the U.S. Department of State… Read More U.S. Embassy hosts regional workshop on combating cultural property trafficking

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GCash brings cashless convenience, financial inclusion to ASEAN 2026

GCASH, the Philippines’ leading financial technology platform, is proud to support the 48th ASEAN Summit as an official partner, bringing cashless convenience and financial inclusion to the region’s largest leadership gathering. The 48th ASEAN Summit in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, is one of the highest-level meetings of the regional bloc for the year, where heads of… Read More GCash brings cashless convenience, financial inclusion to ASEAN 2026

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BCDA partners with Esyasoft for clean-energy transition

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has formalized a partnership with Esyasoft Technologies Asia to help accelerate the country’s energy transition through cleaner, more reliable, and future-ready power systems that will strengthen energy security and support sustainable infrastructure development. The collaboration will advance environmentally and socially responsible initiatives, while helping deliver quality infrastructure aligned… Read More BCDA partners with Esyasoft for clean-energy transition

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‘Galing USA’ highlights top quality agricultural products and partnerships

MANILA | April 28, 2026 — As part of the celebration of the 80th anniversary of U.S.-Philippine diplomatic ties and the Freedom 250 commemoration of the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, the United States is organizing a series of Galing USA promotions in April and May to showcase the exceptional quality, versatility, and local application of U.S.… Read More ‘Galing USA’ highlights top quality agricultural products and partnerships

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Pisay scholar develops heat-stable capsule film from agricultural waste

By Marifel Faith S. Hammond | April 28, 2026 CEBU CITY, Cebu (PIA) — For 18-year-old Grandis B. Frias, science is not about theories. It is about solving real problems using throw-away materials. A Grade 12 DOST scholar from the Philippine Science High School (commonly Pisay) Main Campus in Quezon City, Frias was among 201 scholars from… Read More Pisay scholar develops heat-stable capsule film from agricultural waste

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PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

STATE deposit insurer Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) reported a remarkable surge in insured deposits maintained in the Philippine banking system for 2025, reinforcing its role as a pillar of financial stability for millions of depositors. By year-end 2025, total insured deposits were posted at P5.2 trillion, or an increase of P1.5 trillion or 40.9%… Read More PDIC: Insured deposits in PH banking system surge to P5.2-T in 2025

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SCJ Volunteers Manila leads multi-sector tree planting drive for climate resilience

IN a unified effort to support environmental protection, disaster resilience, and future community livelihood, Shincheonji Volunteers (SCJ Volunteers) Manila led the multi-sector “Go Green, Grow Together” tree planting drive along the riverside in Barandal, Barangay Sta. Ana, San Mateo, Rizal, mobilizing 85 volunteers from government, civic, and community partners in celebration of Earth Month. A… Read More SCJ Volunteers Manila leads multi-sector tree planting drive for climate resilience

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Bulacan airport cited at OECD forum for global standards alignment

THE New Manila International Airport (NMIA) project in Bulacan was presented recently at the 12th OECD Workshop for Financial Institutions in Paris as a case study on how major infrastructure projects can align with international environmental and social standards. San Miguel Aerocity Inc. (SMAI), the project proponent, was invited to present NMIA before export credit agencies,… Read More Bulacan airport cited at OECD forum for global standards alignment

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CLLEX Package 4 shortens Tarlac–Cabanatuan travel to 20 minutes

By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes | April 1, 2026 CABANATUAN CITY (PIA) — Travel time between Tarlac and Cabanatuan City is expected to drop from one and a half hours to just 20 minutes following the opening of the Central Luzon Link Expressway (CLLEX) Contract Package 4. The newly opened segment stretches from the San Juan… Read More CLLEX Package 4 shortens Tarlac–Cabanatuan travel to 20 minutes

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Fulbright Philippines marks 78 years of educational exchange and bilateral cooperation

MAKATI CITY, March 27, 2026 – The Philippine-American Educational Foundation (PAEF), also known as the Fulbright Commission in the Philippines, celebrated its 78th anniversary on March 24, marking nearly eight decades of strengthening educational exchange and mutual understanding between the Philippines and the United States. The reception, held at SPACE at One Ayala, gathered more… Read More Fulbright Philippines marks 78 years of educational exchange and bilateral cooperation

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