Passengers arrive at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal on May 5, 2025. Last July, several groups called for the cancellation of the privatization contract of the NAIA with San Miguel Corporation, saying the deal was pushing up airport fees. JONATHAN CELLONA/ABS-CBN NEWS PHOTO

Groups ask Supreme Court to void NAIA concession deal

SEVERAL groups on Tuesday, August 12, urged the Supreme Court to declare the concession contract for the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) between the...
Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Rogelio Quevedo said integrating children’s rights and business principles into the companies’ corporate sustainability strategies will help eliminate “exploitative practices, promote family-friendly policies, and foster environments where children can thrive.” PHOTOS BY SEC/GMA NETWORK

SEC, UNICEF urge firms to prioritize child rights in corporate practices

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) have urged companies in the Philippines to integrate children’s rights into their...
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas reports a decline in the bad loans held by the Philippine banking system. PHOTO COURTESY OF GMA NETWORK

Bad loans slip to 3-month low, but banks remain cautious

BAD loans in the Philippine banking system fell to a three-month low in June this year, helped by the central bank’s ongoing interest rate...
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PH awaits final US tariff polices on semiconductors

TALKS about the exemptions of some Philippine products from United States tariff continue, but specifics cannot be disclosed yet since these are under a...
TIU LAUREL. JORDEENE B. LAGARE PHOTO

Philippines, Canada vow to deepen partnership in agri sector

THE Philippines and Canada have renewed their commitment to enhance their agricultural cooperation. This comes almost a week after Canada recognized greater opportunities to improve...
The “European Poultry – From Our Farms to Your Table” booth successfully showcased premium, certified poultry from the EU at WOFEX (World Food Expo) Manila 2025, held from August 6–9. The four-day event brought together industry leaders, trade partners, and consumers for engaging discussions, product insights, and new business connections.

European Poultry Showcases Unmatched Quality and Safety in the Philippines

European Poultry – Quality and Safety at Its Best. A New EU Campaign in the Philippines Flavourful, versatile, and produced under the highest standards...
The facility’s relocation and expansion will boost operational efficiency and improve service delivery in Eastern Visayas and Northern Mindanao.

DHL Express Boosts Services for Visayas and Mindanao with Expanded Cebu Gateway

Manila, Philippines, 12 August 2025: DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has relocated its Cebu Gateway in the Philippines to a...
Palawan Group of Companies executives raise a toast to 40 years of shared success, trust, and service excellence.

Palawan Group Toasts to 40 Years of Empowering Filipinos with Trusted Allies

In a heartfelt celebration of enduring partnerships that help empower four decades of trusted service, the Palawan Group of Companies hosted its highly anticipated...

MORE Power joins coffee and bamboo growth for a greener Iloilo

MORE Electric and Power Corporation’s (MORE Power) eco-warriors joined Iloilo’s top leaders in planting over 2,000 bamboo and coffee saplings at the Maasin Watershed...
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has yet to act on a separate recommendation from the Department of Agriculture to gradually restore the tariff on imported rice to 35 percent from the current 15 percent. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

No plans to raise rice tariffs – Finance chief

FINANCE Secretary Ralph Recto said there were no plans to raise the tariff on imported rice, as the Marcos administration walks a fine line...