SM SUPERMALLS PINOY FOOD TRIP ON INDEPENDENCE DAY

We all feel that burst of national pride when June 12 is nearing, and what better way to celebrate that day with some of our traditionally loved cuisines? In honor of the 126th Philippine Independence Day, SM Supermalls invites everyone to join in the festivities with different dining options from various restaurants at SM malls.… Read More SM SUPERMALLS PINOY FOOD TRIP ON INDEPENDENCE DAY

New cargo railway is Luzon Corridor flagship project

By Kris Crismundo | May 27, 2024 MANILA – The Luzon Economic Corridor steering committee has identified the cargo railway connecting Subic, Zambales and Batangas province as the flagship project of the new corridor, Special Adviser to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary Frederick Go said Monday. During the Philippine Economic Briefing at the… Read More New cargo railway is Luzon Corridor flagship project

Philippines denounces China’s new coast guard regulations

By Jumalynne Doctolero | May 27, 2024 MANILA, (PIA) — The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) expressed serious concern on Sunday over China’s issuance of new regulations governing its Coast Guard’s law enforcement procedures. The regulations, announced on May 15 and set to take effect on June 15, have raised alarm in Manila due to… Read More Philippines denounces China’s new coast guard regulations

House leaders assure Zambales fisherfolk of help

By Zaldy De Layola and Jose Cielito Reganit | May 24, 2024 MANILA – The House of Representatives on Friday assured help for thousands of Zambales fishers in Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal) and other disputed areas inside Philippine waters. During a hearing of the Committee on National Defense and Security and the Special Committee on… Read More House leaders assure Zambales fisherfolk of help

U.S., Philippines launch ‘Escape Room’ experience for biodiversity education

MANILA, May 23, 2024—In celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) launched the “Biodiversity Crisis Escape Room”—an interactive new attraction at The Mind Museum in Taguig City where children and adults can learn more… Read More U.S., Philippines launch ‘Escape Room’ experience for biodiversity education

Korean firm to put up offshore wind production and ship repair base in Subic

By Baird Maritime | May 21, 2024 PRIVATE equity company Cerberus Capital Management and South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) have entered into an agreement for the lease of the Cerberus-owned Agila Subic Shipyard at the former US Naval Base Subic Bay in the Philippines. HHI, acting on behalf of parent company HD Korea… Read More Korean firm to put up offshore wind production and ship repair base in Subic

Sec. Go bullish over investment prospects In New Clark City

CLARK FREEPORT — Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary Frederick Go is “very optimistic” on the investment possibilities in store for Clark and the New Clark City. A flagship project of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), New Clark City is positioned as a “very attractive” investment hub for… Read More Sec. Go bullish over investment prospects In New Clark City

PCG: ‘Atin Ito’ WPS mission, win for PH

By Priam Nepomuceno | May 15, 2024 MANILA – The aid mission of civilian group ‘Atin Ito Coalition’ is already a victory for the Philippines even without the convoy reaching very close to the Bajo de Masinloc (Scarborough Shoal), a Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) official said on Wednesday. Commodore Jay Tarriela, PCG spokesperson for the West… Read More PCG: ‘Atin Ito’ WPS mission, win for PH

PCG sends 2 more escort vessels for ‘Atin Ito’ convoy to WPS

By Raymond Carl Dela Cruz | May 15, 2024 MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Wednesday dispatched two more vessels to escort the “Atin Ito” convoy to the Bajo de Masinloc to ensure the safety of the Filipino civilian movement. During a press conference hosted by the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) in Quezon City,… Read More PCG sends 2 more escort vessels for ‘Atin Ito’ convoy to WPS