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Singlife Philippines wins 3 major accolades at Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards 2025
Philippine STAR
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July 11, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Singlife Philippines reaffirmed its leadership in digital insurance innovation, winning three major accolades in the Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards 2025 held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in...
Business : US Dismisses Concerns US Tariff Could Alienate ASEAN Member Countries
Bernama
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July 11, 2025
By Samantha Tan KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The United States (US) has dismissed concerns that its newly announced global tariffs could alienate ASEAN partners, reiterating that the measures are necessary to address long-standing trade...
Philippines’ April FDI hits 3-month high at $610 mn, up 7.1% in Apr
Fibre 2 Fashion
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Net foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into the Philippines rose to $610 million in April 2025, the highest in three months, driven by stronger investments in the manufacturing sector, particularly from Japan. The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas...
Philippines orders removal of gambling ads amid addiction fears
Bangkok Post
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July 11, 2025
PUBLISHED : 11 Jul 2025 at 17:06 The Philippines’ gaming regulator has ordered the immediate dismantling of all gambling billboards and advertisements across the country amid worries over a growing betting addiction in the Southeast Asian nation....
Philippine Senators Express Doubt Over Vice President Sara Duterte Impeachment Case
The Diplomat
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July 10, 2025
The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte could face more delays and hurdles after several senators publicly expressed doubts about it. Duterte is accused of misusing her confidential funds and conspiring to assassinate the...
Filipino-Chinese group accuses US of violating WTO rules
Manila Standard
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July 11, 2025
The Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) on Friday expressed grave concern over the United States’ imposition of additional punitive tariffs on Philippine exports. “Such unilateral measures violate...
Unicorns in Thailand and Startups Eyeing $1B
TechNews180
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July 11, 2025
Thailand has more than 2,000 active startups as of 2025, many of them focused on everyday services — from food delivery and online shopping to healthcare and payments. The National Innovation Agency expects around $1 billion in investment to flow...
Filipino bishops demand online gambling ban
The Catholic Herald Online
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July 11, 2025
MANILA, Philippines – The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has appealed to the Marcos government to ban all forms of online gambling, which bishops called “a deep and widespread moral crisis” plaguing the Christian country....
Philippine President Marcos to visit US
The Peninsula
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July 11, 2025
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos delivers the annual State of the Nation Address at the House of Representatives in Manila on July 22, 2024. (Photo by JAM STA ROSA / AFP) Manila: Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos will visit the United...
AP Business SummaryBrief at 8:55 a.m. EDT
Lancaster Online - Pennsylvania
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July 11, 2025
Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% WASHINGTON (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will keep working toward a new trade framework with the United States despite U.S. President Donald Trump saying he'll raise...
AP Business SummaryBrief at 8:20 a.m. EDT
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% WASHINGTON (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will keep working toward a new trade framework with the United States despite U.S. President Donald Trump saying he'll raise...
US economic data, trade uncertainty weigh on ringgit at close
The Malaysian Star
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July 11, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit ended the week lower against the US dollar on Friday as stronger US economic data fuelled demand for the greenback. This came as lower-than-expected US initial jobless claims released overnight reinforced the narrative of...
JuanHand earns Green Flag recognition from Filipino Fair Loans Advocacy Group (FILFLAG)
Business World
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July 11, 2025
JuanHand, the leading fintech lending platform in the Philippines, has been awarded the Green Flag status by the Filipino Fair Loans Advocacy Group (FILFLAG), one of the largest borrower associations in the country. The Green Flag distinction is...
New PCO chief’s mission: Communicate Marcos’ programs, policies sans politicking
Politiko
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July 11, 2025
New Presidential Communications Office Secretary Dave Gomez on Friday vowed to communicate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s programs and policies sans any politicking. In his message, Gomez – a former Philippine Star reporter-turned-seasoned...
Business News | Tirupati, India, Among Asia's Most Affordable Summer Destinations in 2025: Agoda
Latestly
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July 11, 2025
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], July 11: Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed its list of the most budget-friendly summer destinations in Asia for June to August 2025. From cultural hubs to scenic retreats, these destinations offer travelers the...
Houthi attacks: Anxious parents of Filipino crew react
Gulf News
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Implications for shipping The Philippine government has been under pressure to ensure the safety and swift repatriation of Filipino seafarers. There are calls for closer coordination with shipping companies and international agencies to avoid...
OFWs encouraged to explore agribusiness in the Philippines
Manila Standard
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July 11, 2025
The Department of Agriculture – Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (DA-AMAS), in partnership with the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Office of the Agriculture Counsellor to China, held a two-day agribusiness forum for...
PBA: Chris Ross embraces ‘all business’ mindset as Finals begin
Inquirer
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July 12, 2025
MANILA, Philippines—Chris Ross may be one of the PBA’s more amiable figures, but the San Miguel Beer veteran knows there’s no room for friendliness with a championship on the line. In the Beermen’s Game 7 win over Barangay Ginebra in the...
US, Japan, Philippines unite against China’s maritime bullying in first trilateral talks under Trump
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 11, 2025
Tokyo, [Japan], July 11 (ANI): In a rebuke of Beijing's increasingly aggressive maritime posture, the foreign ministers of Japan, the United States, and the Philippines reaffirmed their commitment to freedom of navigation during a trilateral...
General : ASEAN Foreign, Economic Ministers To Jointly Meet To Address Global Economic Shifts -- Sec-Gen
Bernama
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July 11, 2025
By Nurul Hanis Izmir KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN foreign and economic ministers are expected to convene a joint meeting ahead of the 47th ASEAN Summit in October, as part of efforts to develop a more coordinated regional response to...