Philippines Business News

China’s smart farming technology under study

The Department of Agriculture is studying China’s smart farming technologies as the Philippines looks for ways to modernize production, improve farm productivity and leapfrog technological gaps.

DICT urged to collect P3.9 billion dues from telcos

The Department of Information and Communications Technology needs to collect P3.9 billion in charges, dues and penalties from telcos to help support government programs.

No longer the same NAIA

In just a little less than two years since the San Miguel Corp. led consortium took over the maintenance and operations of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, we can safely say that our country’s premier gateway is on its way to becoming a world-class airport, something that was unthinkable before.

Philippines agri-startups want a taste of Taiwan market

Ten local agri-startups and micro-agripreneurs are pushing to gain a footing in the Taiwanese market and expand international buyers and investors for their products and technologies, the Department of Agriculture said.

Philippines aims to conclude Oman, Singapore tax talks this year

The Philippines is looking to conclude negotiations for double taxation agreements with several countries this year, including Singapore and Oman, the Department of Finance said.

SM Offices, Visa ink expansion lease

SM Offices, the commercial leasing arm of SM Prime Holdings Inc., is supporting global digital payments giant Visa Inc. as it expands its Philippine operations.

The futility of ‘if only’

Two simple words in English, “if only,” might seem harmless at first, but they can quietly keep us from growing and moving forward.

Building Global Trust in the AI Search Era: DigiMentumPR Explores the Future of PR for Technology Brands

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As artificial intelligence reshapes how consumers discover, evaluate and choose products, traditional public relations is entering a new era. At the IEAE Shenzhen International Consumer Electronics Exhibition this month, Desmond Ip former Block (formerly Square) Engineer, Co-founder and COO of DigiMentumPR shared insights into how AI search is changing brand discovery and why technology companies increasingly need to build not only media visibi

Sri Lanka's First Luxury Residential Development in Port City Colombo SEZ: Bay One Residences Colombo Construction Advances as Development Rises Above Ground

Bay One Residences Colombo, Sri Lanka’s first SEZ luxury residential development, continues construction with the superstructure rising above ground at Port City Colombo. Developed by ICC Port City (Pvt) Ltd, the 231-unit waterfront tower targets January 2029 completion, with over 65% residences sold. Sri Lanka, September 12, 2026 /MarketersMEDIA/ -- Bay One Residences Colombo, Sri Lanka's first SEZ luxury residential development, continues to make significant construction progress, with the sup

LetPot Marks 7th Anniversary With Successful Smart Gardening Showcase at IFA Berlin 2026

The smart indoor gardening brand drew significant interest from European consumers and distributors while showcasing its connected growing ecosystem and new multi-level hydroponic system Key Facts: LetPot celebrated its seventh anniversary with its first appearance at IFA Berlin.The company showcased smart hydroponic gardens, automatic watering systems, grow lights and connected plant-care technology.LetPot’s new LPH-Home multi-level hydroponic growing system received positive feedback from Euro

Entrepreneur Nguyen Thi Nga conferred Labor Hero, BRG Group and SeABank awarded First-class Labor Medals

HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 September 2026 - Entrepreneur Nguyen Thi Nga, Chairwoman of BRG Group and Standing Vice Chairwoman of SeABank's Board of Directors, has been conferred the title of Labor Hero in the Renewal Period by General Secretary cum President To Lam, in recognition of her outstanding achievements in labor, creativity and service to the country. BRG Group and SeABank have each received a First-class Labor Medal for their outstanding contributions to the state bu

Green SM officially launches in Palembang, strengthening SUMATRA’s green mobility ecosystem

PALEMBANG, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 September 2026 -Green SM has officially launched its electric taxi service in Palembang, making it the second city in Sumatra, after Bandar Lampung, to welcome the service. The expansion further affirms Green SM's mission of bringing green mobility closer to the people of Indonesia while offering local residents a modern, comfortable, and zero-emission transportation experience. Green SM officially launches all-electric taxi service in Palemban

Capgemini signs a definitive agreement to sell Capgemini Government Solutions

Media Relations Sam Connatty Tel.: +44 (0) 7811 486517 E-Mail: sam.connatty@capgemini.com Investor Relations: Vincent Biraud Tel.: +33 1 47 54 50 87 E-mail: vincent.biraud@capgemini.com Capgemini signs a definitive agreement to sell Capgemini Government Solutions Paris, September 12, 2026 - Capgemini today announces that it has entered into an agreement with ITC Federal, a US IT solutions and enterprise services provider to federal law enforcement, homeland security and defense agencies, for the

RaserTech.com: From Geothermal Energy to AI GPU Infrastructure

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RaserTech.com is an example of a company that did not simply survive change - it was reshaped by it. Founded in Utah in 2002, Raser Technologies originally operated in the energy and infrastructure space, where projects demanded heavy capital, deep technical expertise, and patience for long return cycles. That background matters, because it shows Raser Technologies was built in a difficult, asset-heavy environment long before it became associated with

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The Avatar returns in the new ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ trailer

MANILA, Philippines — The Avatar universe is entering a new chapter with “Avatar: Seven Havens,” an upcoming animated series from original creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. Set after “The Legend of Korra,” the series follows a young girl Earthbender named Pavi, who discovers she is the new successor Avatar in a world shattered by a devastating disaster. Instead of being seen as a savior, she is feared as humanity’s destroyer. A two-minute t

Princess Astrid of Norway dies at 94, days after brother King Harald’s funeral

OSLO, Norway — Norway’s Princess Astrid, an older sister of the late King Harald, died on Sept 11 at the age of 94, the royal palace said in a statement. Astrid’s brother Harald died last month, aged 89, after more than 35 years on the throne, and the princess made her last public appearance at his funeral on Sept 9. “Throughout her long life, Princess Astrid represented the Royal House in a warm and dutiful manner,” King Haakon VIII said in the statement.

BreathiZen Introduces BreathiZen Spray Multi-Ingredient Dietary Supplement Support Your Respiratory

BreathiZen New dietary supplement combines botanical and enzyme-based ingredients as part of a broader approach to everyday respiratory wellness. Largo, FL, Sept. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BreathiZen has announced the introduction of its multi-ingredient dietary supplement formulated around ingredients traditionally associated with respiratory and general wellness applications. The product is positioned within the dietary supplement category and is designed to complement everyday wellness rou

New Delhi Marks UN Day for South-South Cooperation with Push to Scale Dryland Innovation Across the Global South

NEW DELHI, Sept. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A major international push to accelerate agricultural innovation across the Global South took centre stage in New Delhi today, as the United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation was commemorated amid mounting climate, water and food-security pressures across the world's drylands. Held as part of the Global Drylands Congress 2026, the commemoration focused on how proven solutions can move faster across borders, particularly between countries facing sim

'For Everyone, UAAP': Season 89 opens with tribute to league's everyday pillars

MANILA, Philippines — Far Eastern University put the spotlight on the unsung heroes behind the UAAP, honoring the kuyas, ates, ma’ams, sirs, and countless others who have helped build the league and shape generations of student-athletes over the past 89 seasons on Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. For the second straight season, the UAAP opening ceremony paid tribute to the pillars who have helped sustain the league. This time, the spotlight shifted away from the athletes and co

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Gilas torches Kazakhstan, keeps Asian Games QF bid alive

MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas buried Kazakhstan with an avalanche of threes behind Jerrick Ahanmisi’s hot shooting hands to score a runaway 109-78 decision and book its first win in the 20th Asian Games men’s basketball group stage on Saturday at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan. Scoreless in the Philippines' shock 85-89 loss to Bahrain after playing just a little over two minutes, Ahanmisi this time, made the most of the playing time he got against the Ka

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Global Times: Silk Road Maritime shipping routes span 153 ports, boosting global trade prosperity amid uncertainty

BEIJING, Sept. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Across the rippling Baltic waters, a cargo vessel loaded with Chinese goods glides steadily into Poland's Gdansk Port, docking at Europe's largest deep-water container terminal. For decades, the port has served as a critical hub for trade moving between Europe and Asia. This year, it gained a new role: becoming the first European port to receive an officially named Silk Road Maritime shipping route. The new route was unveiled at the 8th Silk Road Maritime