Philippines
Philippines moves to shore up investor sentiment hit by corruption scandal
It plans for reforms that cover the tax bureau, to minimise discretion by personnel and prevent ‘abusive audits’, among others
Micro-digital income is reshaping work patterns across Asean
More than a technological fad, this trend marks a shift in work culture and could reshape the labour market in Singapore and beyond
The Philippines waives visas for Chinese visitors to boost tourism
The visa-free privilege for Chinese nationals entering the Philippines for tourism or business will be effective Friday
Eliminating corruption in the Philippines is an uphill climb
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr will need to show resolve in his fight against it
Philippine central bank signals no rate cuts for now as inflation picks up
Inflation accelerates to 1.8% in December, its fastest pace in nine months
Inside the Philippines’ stacked agenda to steer Asean’s trillion-dollar economy
Trade and Industry Department Undersecretary Allan Gepty speaks to BT on Manila’s priorities as chair of the bloc
Philippines’ Marcos signs 2026 budget bill, vows prudent spending
Economic growth slowed last year partly due to the flood-control corruption scandal
Government funds spent on luxury bags, cars: the US$2 billion scandal that paralysed the Philippines
Authorities have frozen about US$220 million in assets belonging to government officials and contractors so far
Digital banks in South-east Asia face profit pressure as rates slump and credit risks rise
Preserving deposits and embedding products within ecosystems could prove vital, say market watchers
Philippine tycoon Villar to sell troubled water utility amid scrutiny
The deal involves the entire portfolio of PrimeWater
