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  • POGO ban may support PHL exit from ‘gray list’ 

    THE RECENT BAN on Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO) would help expedite the country’s exit from a global financial watchdog’s “gray list” of jurisdictions under increased monitoring for money laundering risks, the central bank governor said.

  • DBM submits P6.352-T national budget to House

    DBM submits P6.352-T national budget to House

    THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management (DBM) on Monday submitted to the House of Representatives its proposed P6.352-trillion national budget for 2025, which increases allocations for education by less than 1% and for defense by 6.4%, while more than doubling the budget for transportation.

  • Senate ratifies bicam report on 12% VAT on foreign digital service providers

    THE SENATE on Monday adopted the bicameral conference committee report on a bill imposing a 12% value-added tax (VAT) on digital service providers without a physical presence in the Philippines such as e-commerce giants Amazon, Shein and Taobao. The reconciled version of the bill reinforces the Bureau of Internal Revenue’s…

  • Philippines ranks 4th in Southeast Asia for IPO proceeds in first half

    THE PHILIPPINE STOCK Exchange (PSE) ranked fourth in Southeast Asia for proceeds generated from initial public offerings (IPOs) in the first half of the year, according to a report by multinational professional services network Deloitte. “Despite only having two new listings during the first half of 2024, the Philippines’ capital…

  • SPCG Aims for Carbon Neutrality by 2030 and Partners with INNOPOWER to Trade Renewable Energy Certificates

    Dr. Wandee Kunchorayakong Juljarern, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SPCG Public Company Limited (“SPCG”), has announced the company’s goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. SPCG, a leading pioneer […] The post SPCG Aims for Carbon Neutrality by 2030 and Partners with INNOPOWER to Trade Renewable Energy Certificates appeared…

  • EBRD Boosts North Macedonia’s Green Finance With €3.5 Million Loan To Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje

    The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is intensifying its commitment to green finance by providing new funds to Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje in North Macedonia. The EBRD’s loan […] The post EBRD Boosts North Macedonia’s Green Finance With €3.5 Million Loan To Komercijalna Banka AD Skopje appeared first…

  • U.S. Secretary Of Energy, Granholm Highlights Urgency Of Clean Energy Transition At P-TECC Ministerial In Romania

    During her address at the Partnership for Transatlantic Energy and Climate Cooperation (P-TECC) Ministerial, U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm emphasized the critical importance of advancing clean energy initiatives […] The post U.S. Secretary Of Energy, Granholm Highlights Urgency Of Clean Energy Transition At P-TECC Ministerial In Romania appeared…

  • Development Finance Institutions Play A Crucial Role In Global Energy Investments – Analysis

    In a recent analysis, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has underscored the pivotal role of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) in driving global energy investments, particularly in emerging markets and developing […] The post Development Finance Institutions Play A Crucial Role In Global Energy Investments – Analysis appeared first on SolarQuarter.

  • U.S. DOE Announces $33 Million For Advanced Concentrating Solar-Thermal Projects Across Seven States

    In line with the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $33 million investment in nine projects across seven states. These projects aim […] The post U.S. DOE Announces $33 Million For Advanced Concentrating Solar-Thermal Projects Across Seven States appeared first on SolarQuarter.

  • SONATRACH And TOSYALI Sign MoU To Produce Green Hydrogen For Steel Industry In Algeria

    At SONATRACH’s headquarters, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between SONATRACH and TOSYALI Iron Steel Industry Algeria SPA. The ceremony was attended by Mr. Rachid Hachichi, President & CEO […] The post SONATRACH And TOSYALI Sign MoU To Produce Green Hydrogen For Steel Industry In Algeria appeared first on…

  • High rates seen to weigh on growth

    METROPOLITAN Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) Research trimmed its gross domestic product (GDP) forecast for the Philippines this year as elevated interest rates continue to crimp domestic demand.

  • PHL to resume sugar exports to US

    THE PHILIPPINES will resume exports of raw sugar to the United States amid an increase in domestic production this year, the Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) said in an order.