February, 2026

• 15 February

  Why Haraya Residences is strategically positioned along the C5 corridor

  

  METRO Manila is constantly evolving, and at the heart of its next phase of urban growth is one defining artery: C5.  Once regarded simply as an alternative to EDSA, C5 has transformed into a powerful growth corridor—anchoring major infrastructure projects, thriving business districts, and master-planned communities.  Rising at the center of this transformation is Haraya Residences, a modern vertical gated …

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• 15 February

  Sweden and PH launch grant to elevate public transport standards

  

  THE Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Government of Sweden, through its development finance institution Swedfund, signed a grant agreement to strengthen the country’s public transport system.  The initiative will establish national bus standards designed to improve safety, quality, and inclusivity in urban public transport across the Philippines. Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez highlighted the importance of the partnership, saying: “Today’s …

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• 15 February

  PBBM: P9.6-B allotted for construction of 4K classrooms nationwide

  

  PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced the allocation of about P9.6 billion for the construction of 4,000 classrooms nationwide to address the shortage of learning spaces. Marcos announced the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) between the Department of Education (DepEd) and local government units (LGUs) to formalize a partnership to accelerate classroom construction and address the backlog. The …

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• 15 February

  Aboitiz, Yuchengco get PCC clearance for Tarlac economic zone expansion

  

  THE Aboitiz and Yuchengco groups have secured clearance from the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) to move forward with the expansion of their economic zone venture in Tarlac. Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. said the clearance enables the two parties to formalize definitive agreements for TARI Estate, their joint venture covering a 184-hectare (ha) property owned by HI subsidiary Tarlac Terra Ventures …

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• 15 February

  ALPHA DDSI awarded special citation from DENR

  

  THE Alpha Distinct Development Solutions, Inc.  is honored to receive the Special Citation for Waste Diverters from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) under the 2026 EPR Recognition Program: Celebrating Achievements and Milestones. This recognition affirms our commitment to waste diversion, circular economy initiatives, and sustainable solutions that support the Zero Waste to Nature vision of the Philippines. …

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• 15 February

  Phl banks’ NPLs fall to lowest in 5 years

  

  The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of Philippine banks improved to 3.08 percent in December 2025, down from 3.32 percent in November, marking the lowest level since August 2020, based on Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas data. Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation chief economist Michael Ricafort said the decline in NPLs amid rising bank loans is partly due to a total 200-basis-point reduction …

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• 15 February

  Remolona sees economic rebound in 2H 2026

  

  Confidence in the Philippine economy is showing signs of recovery, BSP Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said Wednesday, projecting a growth rebound in the second half of 2026. Citing the central bank’s survey of supply chain managers, Remolona noted that the confidence index has risen above 50 percent, signaling improving sentiment. He also pointed to declining yields on Bureau of the …

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• 15 February

  DBP wins ACES Awards for agri, reforestation programs

  

  The Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has been recognized internationally for promoting agricultural growth and reforestation efforts, DBP President Michael O. de Jesus said. DBP was named Top Community-Centric Company at the 2025 Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability (ACES) Awards for its Agri-Puhunan at Pantawid Program (APPP), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, and for a 100-hectare reforestation …

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• 15 February

  QC nano-entrepreneurs get financial literacy boost

  

  More than 200 nano-entrepreneurs in Quezon City joined “Ayusin ang Pera, Palaguin ang Negosyo,” a financial literacy and entrepreneurship session organized by the Quezon City Small Business Cooperatives Development and Promotions Office (QC-SBCDPO) in partnership with the BDO Foundation at the Amoranto Sports Complex. The session was facilitated by personal finance coach Chinkee Tan, who shared practical lessons on managing …

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• 15 February

  DEFTAC Ph Jiu-jitsu clinches awards

  

  MAKE 2025 as another banner year for DEFTAC Philippines Jiu-jitsu programs. The organization’s programs paid off handsomely as it clinched at least five awards on a year to remember in a sport where combined skills and sheer determination really matter. Alvin Aguilar, founder and head coach of DEFTAC Ribeiro Jiu-jitsu Philippines from 1996 up to present, happily announced on his …

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