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The agreement promises digital payment tools, merchant incentives and financial literacy training for tourism-accredited small businesses nationwide.
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The Anti-Red Tape Authority urged local governments to cut duplicate requirements before digitizing permits, while Davao business leaders proposed AI-driven tracking of applications.
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The statements allege summary killings, evidence planting and fabricated "nanlaban" reports during the anti-drug campaign, according to a redacted court filing.
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Cebu Pacific places second runner-up in UN Women gender-inclusive workplace awards
The budget carrier was the only Philippine airline among the honorees at the 2026 Philippines Women's Empowerment Principles Awards, according to Mindanao Times.
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A Mindanao Times commentary argues that the country's ASEAN chairmanship is a chance to ensure artificial intelligence widens, rather than narrows, economic opportunity for ordinary Filipinos.
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