JAKARTA – Indonesian Public Works and Public Housing Minister Basuki Hadimuljono said he is optimistic ASEAN will become an epicenter of growth, as envisioned by Indonesia, which chairs the ASEAN regional group this year. Hadimuljono said the just concluded ASEAN Summit was not merely a ceremonial event. “We believe it will create more concrete actions, and ASEAN will be an epicenter of growth,” he said in a statement. The…
The vibrant colors of Pride Month weren’t just a visual spectacle this year in the Philippines. They served as a powerful symbol of community, partnership, and support for a special group often overlooked–the Golden Gays, the elderly members of the LGBTQIA+ community. At the heart of this heartwarming story is Lalamove Philippines, an online delivery…
The Philippines and the Federated States of Micronesia are looking at strengthening their cooperation in various areas such as in the maritime sector, peace and security, people-to-people, and government-to-government partnerships. During a meeting in Malacanang Friday with Federated States of Micronesia President Wesley W. Simina, President Marcos said, “(f)or all of us with the things…
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), under the leadership of Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr., welcomed Cagayan Provincial Governor Edgar Aglipay for a courtesy visit, reaffirming a shared commitment to harness science, technology, and innovation (STI) as key drivers of inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth in the province. The meeting also brought together DOST…
By Kris Crismundo MANILA – ProPak Philippines, the annual international trade expo for the packaging industry, will hold its fifth edition at the World Trade Center in Pasay City on February 12 to 14, 2025. This year’s expo will bring together some 250 exhibitors from over 30 countries. The will showcase their packaging technologies and innovation…
MAY PLAN B KA NA BA? Life insurance provides families with financial security amid challenging economic times according to BDO Unibank SVP and chief investment officer Frederico Rafael “Fritz” D. Ocampo and BDO Life President and CEO Renato Vergel de Dios during a recent online seminar, “Life Insurance: Plan B against Economic Uncertainty” hosted by…
More than two decades of hard work overseas—and a lifelong habit of disciplined saving—came full circle for Benedicto Marra, 62, an overseas Filipino worker based in Saudi Arabia, after he emerged as the grand draw winner of 1 Million BDO Rewards Points under BDO Unibank’s Save Your Way to a Million Rewards Holiday Raffle Promo. A mechanic and heavy…
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 02, in collaboration with Isabela State University (ISU) and the Business Intelligence and Research and Development Center (BIRDC), officially launched Phase 2 of the training program “SETUP Adoptor’s Digital Literacy Skills and Consultancy Towards the Development of SMARTER MSMEs for a Smarter Cagayan Valley.” The three-day training…
The Department of Health (DOH) has reminded the public to monitor the air quality index (AQI) in their areas and avoid the ill effects of pollution. On Monday, haze was reported in certain areas of Quezon City and Rizal province caused by fire incidents. The common indicators for AQI are Particulate Matter 10 micrometers (PM…
27 April 2026 – The Department of Science and Technology – Technology Application and Promotion Institute (DOST-TAPI) officially opened this year’s National Invention Contest and Exhibits (NICE), an annual platform that promotes and showcases Filipino innovations from across the country. One of the highlights of the event was the Stakeholders’ Recognition for International Inventors, which…
