Philippines

On February 24, Hefei officially released its comprehensive innovation and entrepreneurship service platform — “Create & Enjoy Hefei.” The launch represents an important step in accelerating the city’s “Three Lands and One Hub” development strategy, advancing the upgraded Entrepreneurship Anhui initiative, and building a startup-friendly city. Guided by industrial internet thinking, Hefei is promoting the…

Batangas continues to emerge as one of the country’s most promising growth areas for horizontal residential developments, as property developers respond to sustained end-user demand, improving infrastructure, and the growing appeal of suburban living outside Metro Manila. Industry observations reported by BusinessWorld note that homebuyers remain drawn to horizontal housing in regional markets that offer…

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) recorded 62,723 road crash incidents in Metro Manila from January to November 2024, highlighting ongoing safety challenges in the capital. In response, Xpress has launched its Driver Excellence Program (DXP) while expanding a salaried driver model that provides full Philippine statutory benefits, including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG contributions. The…

Manila, Philippines — Praxismed Technologies Inc. showcased next-generation advancements in electromyography (EMG) at the 36th Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine (PARM) Annual Convention held at The Manila Hotel. In line with the convention theme, “Rehabilitation Horizons: Innovations, Emerging Trends & Future Directions,” Praxismed presented the Natus UltraPro S100 EMG system, the newly launched Natus AVEMG…

Alsons Power Group, through its Maasim-based Sarangani Energy Corporation and Siguil Hydro Power Corporation, has officially turned over its first Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Center in Sarangani, marking a significant step forward in its ongoing commitment to advancing community development through education. Alsons Power Group, through its Maasim-based Sarangani Energy Corporation and Siguil…

On February 11, 2026, at SPACE at One Ayala, leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and aspiring professionals gathered not merely for a conference, but for a recalibration. SpeakersCon 2026 carried a bold theme: “Redefining Authenticity.” In a world increasingly shaped by automation, artificial intelligence, and digital acceleration, the event asked a timely question: What does it mean…

Looking Ahead: Philippines 2026 will take place on February 27, 2026, at the New World Makati Hotel in Metro Manila, and will feature high-level dialogues on economic trends, industry innovations, consumer behavior, and financial shifts shaping the business environment in the Philippines and across the globe. Manila, Philippines – As the world faces escalating geopolitical…

Xpress Super App reports growing driver migration toward hybrid and electric vehicles as operating economics improve and national EV adoption accelerates under EVIDA. The shift is reinforced by expanding infrastructure and institutional alignment, including BYD’s Philippine distribution through AC Mobility, energy transition efforts from Aboitiz Power, and investment support from Cebuana Lhuillier. Xpress says the…

Quezon City, Metro Manila — As interest in anti-aging treatments continues to grow in the Philippines, medical aesthetic professionals are urging patients to move beyond trends and focus on treatments backed by science, safety, and realistic outcomes. With more Filipinos seeking non-surgical solutions to address fine lines, skin laxity, acne scars, and early signs of…

Xpress is scaling hybrid taxis and electric motorcycle taxis at the same time, aligning fleet growth with current charging infrastructure realities. With 60 hybrid taxis now operating, 100 targeted by end-February, and a goal of 500 taxis by year-end, the company is also accelerating electric motorcycle deployment in dense urban corridors. Xpress says hybrids ensure…