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Del Monte focuses on Asian growth
After divesting from its losing United States (US) operations, Del Monte Pacific Ltd. (DMPL) is now focusing on protecting and growing its Asian operations to drive long-term growth and profitability.
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March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Del Monte focuses on Asian growth
After divesting from its losing United States (US) operations, Del Monte Pacific Ltd. (DMPL) is now focusing on protecting and growing its Asian operations to drive long-term growth and profitability.
2 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
'I'm here to stay'
Eala braces for Miami test after Indian Wells run
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March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
How do we de-risk Philippine agriculture?
Last week, I wrote about my conversation with Dr. Julian Gonsalves, Senior Asia Program Advisor at the International Institute for Rural Reconstruction (IIRR), an international organization focusing on rural development, on the benefits of smallholder farms, who identified the opportunities these farmers, who make up most of Philippine agriculture, have over their bigger counterparts.
3 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Razon buys Colombian oil company
Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc. (Prime Infra), the infrastructure arm of billionaire Enrique K. Razon Jr., has agreed to acquire 100 percent of Colombian oil producer SierraCol Energy Ltd. from Carlyle Group.
2 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ramos shifts focus to IM Davao
Joshua Ramos eyes another podium finish as he steps up to the tougher challenge of the IRONMAN 70.3 Davao set to unwrap on March 22 in Davao City.
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March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Transport groups vow no fare hike
The House of Representatives is holding on to a tenuous promise from transport groups that they won't seek a fare hike, provided the government can deliver immediate relief in the form of either the suspension or reduction of excise taxes on fuel.
3 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
In gratitude and grief: Remembering Edgard Cabangon
There is a particular loneliness in grief when distance stands between sorrow and farewell.
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March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Mayor Isko warns against fuel price abuse; 14,000 Manila drivers to get P5K subsidy
Around 14,000 transport drivers in Manila are set to receive a P5,000 fuel subsidy, as part of the national government's assistance program for sectors affected by the ongoing global oil crisis.
1 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
ICI's job is done – PBBM
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the task of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), a body he formed to investigate the multi-billion flood control anomalies, has already been fulfilled.
1 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Iranian envoy: Ties with PH to become 'even brighter' under new Supreme Leader
Iran's top diplomat in Manila said Thursday, March 12, that Tehran respects the territorial integrity and political independence of its neighboring nations amid fears of nationals from other countries, such as the Philippines, of being dragged into the conflict.
5 min |
March 13, 2026
Manila Bulletin
First Gen launches Batangas solar plant
Lopez-led First Gen Group announced that its first utility project City, Batangas, will address the rising energy demand in the area by providing renewable energy (RE) to its electric cooperative (EC).
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Rice imports surge to 820k MT despite curbs
The country's rice imports in the first two months increased by nearly half year-on-year to more than 800,000 metric tons (MT), exceeding the government's request to minimize importation ahead of potential price adjustments in the Filipino food staple.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Oil shock could delay recovery
American banking giant Citi said the economic recovery of the Philippines, Lexpected in 2026, could be deferred by the ongoing global oil shock caused by the wave of military attacks between Israel and Iran.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
P5,000 fuel subsidy for PUV, tricycle drivers out next week
President Marcos has ordered the immediate distribution of a P5,000 fuel subsidy for public utility vehicle drivers affected by rising oil prices amid ongoing tensions and conflict in the Middle East.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Ballet Philippines sets sail with 'Paglalakbay'
In April 10-12, the culminating presentation of the 56th Season of Ballet Philippines happens at the Theatre at Solaire.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
SM Offices expands into industrial leasing
A side from office leasing, SM Offices, the commercial property arm of SM Prime Holdings Inc. (SM Prime), is now focusing on industrial leasing, offering ready-tomove-in warehouses in Pasig City and Taguig City, as well as build-to-suit developments nationwide.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
MPIC bets on infra to sustain record income amid challenges
Infra and utilities conglomerate Metro Pacific Investments Corp.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PIDS backs water sector overhaul
State-run Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) has backed proposals in Congress to establish a national framework for water resource management, including the creation of a Department of Water Resources (DWR), saying institutional reforms could help address long-standing governance weaknesses in the sector.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Marcos to UN: PH ready to be part of solution
President Marcos has addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) to campaign for the Philippines' bid for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council, stressing that the country \"is ready to be part of the solution\".
4 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Razon is now richest Filipino
Enrique Razon Jr. has become the wealthiest person in the Philippines, according to the 40th Annual Forbes World's Billionaires list, overtaking real estate mogul Manuel Villar following a turbulent year for property valuations.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PBBM courts US investors; medical glove firm eyes PH plant, 2,000 jobs
President Marcos has invited American investors to explore opportunities in the Philippines, saying the country is open for business even as a US-based medical glove manufacturer considers building a facility that could generate about 2,000 jobs for Filipinos.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
PH vows to keep South China Sea 'a sea of peace, stability'
The Philippines will ensure that the South China Sea will remain a sea of peace and stability following China's expression of openness to expedite the conclusion of negotiations for a sea conduct under Manila's chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
RCBC banks on affluent cardholders for growth
Tuchengco-led Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) expects its credit card business to sustain double-digit expansion this year as the lender pivots toward the premium market to capture a larger share of the country's wealthiest spenders.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Remains of OFW hero to be flown to PH from Israel this week - envoy
Philippine authorities in Israel are looking to repatriate the remains of overseas Filipino worker (OFW) Mary Ann Velasquez de Vera this week, a joint House panel on the Middle East conflict learned on Wednesday, March 11.
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March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
P7-M heavy equipment torched in Himamaylan City
Authorities are probing the burning of six heavy equipment worth a total of P7 million in a farm in Hacienda Baling, Barangay Libacao, Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental on Sunday, March 8.
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March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
COA recommends prosecution of Davao City DPWH officials, contractor in road project
The Commission on Audit (COA) has ordered the referral to the Office of the Ombudsman for prosecution, \"if warranted,\" of the officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) in Davao City and the contractor in connection with the disallowed P10.8 million paid for a road project in 2010.
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March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Anti-Political Dynasty Law could displace 5,000 elected officials - Adiong
The House's proposed Anti-Political Dynasty Law could end up displacing over 5,000 officials linked to so-called dynastic families, Lanao del Sur 1st district Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong said in a statement Wednesday afternoon, March 11.
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March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Muntinlupa mayor signs EO creating special task force to monitor prices of fuel, basic goods
Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon signed an executive order creating a special task force to inspect fuel stocks and monitor compliance with price ceiling policies for petroleum products and basic goods.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Manila Bulletin
Retirement
Retirement is a strange word for me.
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