By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter THE Department of Agriculture (DA) needs to extend its planning for El Niño to address broader climate resiliency issues, analysts said. “Since the DA is…
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THE INCREASE in storage fees for foreign container cargo needs to be deferred to mid-2024 to mute its inflationary impact, the British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP) said.…
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By John Victor D. Ordoñez, Reporter THE Department of Energy (DoE) should designate energy security as its main focus when it submits the Philippine Energy Plan (PEP) to Congress, according…
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THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said the price increase of goods that it tracks is expected to rise 6% this year, easing from the 10% growth posted in…
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THE GOVERNMENT is on schedule with the timetable of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) upgrade project, the Transportation Secretary said, adding that he expects the winning bidder to take…
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By Abigail Marie P. Yraola, Researcher GROWTH in wholesale prices of general goods eased in November, its weakest pace in five months, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) reported on Friday.…
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THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and e-commerce site Shopee have entered a partnership to feature halal food sellers on the platform. “This initiative aims to support micro, small,…
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THE Foundation for Economic Freedom, Inc. (FEF) is proposing amending the Constitution’s economic provisions to allow 100% foreign ownership of land, utilities, educational institutions, and mass media. “We believe that…
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THE Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said that 2024 could be a better year for business as the government and private sector seek to address ease of doing…
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By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter AGRICULTURAL EXPORT growth will continue to be constrained by limited output and funding to develop the high-value crop sector, farmers said. “Our problem with exports…