Sunday, 27 September 2026
7 days ago
UP urges stronger Korea-ASEAN policy cooperation to boost economies
The University of the Philippines used the 13th Korea-ASEAN Community of Policy Exchange International Public Policy Symposium to push for stronger regional policy collaboration, urging governments, research institutions, and universities to deepen partnerships that can support institutional reforms and sustainable economic development across Southeast Asia.
8 Sep 2026
5:35PM
Business groups widen sustainability push across ASEAN
The Global Compact Network Philippines (GCNP) and ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN-BAC) Philippines have formalized a partnership aimed at getting more businesses, including small and medium enterprises (SMEs), involved in the region’s sustainable development agenda.
18 Aug 2026
4:04PM
ASEAN digital finance push shifts from access to outcomes
ASEAN’s next financial inclusion challenge is no longer simply getting more people into the financial system, but ensuring they can use digital services reliably, affordably and safely to improve their financial lives.
17 Aug 2026
11:40AM
ASEAN-wide rules sought to curb illicit tobacco trade
JTI Philippines is calling on Southeast Asian governments to harmonize export rules for high-risk goods as illicit tobacco trade increasingly exploits regulatory gaps between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) markets.
10 Jul 2026
9:38AM
APECO pushes Pacific-facing ports to boost ASEAN resilience
The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) is urging ASEAN port developers and logistics firms to invest in Pacific-facing maritime infrastructure, saying the region needs additional gateways to strengthen supply chain resilience amid growing geopolitical uncertainties and rising pressure on existing ports.
5 May 2026
1:27PM
Toyota, Lexus power ASEAN 2026 mobility push in PH
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP), through Lexus Philippines, is positioning itself at the center of regional diplomacy and sustainability efforts as the official vehicle partner for the ASEAN 2026 summit hosted by the Philippines.
22 Apr 2026
3:48PM
ASEAN push to fix cross-border payments gains urgency
Efforts to streamline cross-border payments in Southeast Asia are gaining urgency as regulators and industry leaders grapple with fragmented systems that continue to slow transactions and raise costs.
15 Apr 2026
9:44AM
PH leads push for stronger ASEAN-private sector ties
Amid rising geopolitical tensions disrupting global markets, ASEAN leaders are intensifying efforts to strengthen regional cooperation and unlock long-term investments to sustain growth.
13 Apr 2026
8:02AM
PH shifts ASEAN energy meetings online amid fuel crisis
CEBU CITY— The remaining ASEAN energy meetings for 2026 will be held virtually, the Department of Energy (DOE) said.
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