Category: NATIONAL
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BDO powers ₱1 trillion in sustainable projects, cements Role in nation-building
BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) continues to champion sustainable finance by supporting initiatives that promote inclusive growth, environmental stewardship, and long-term economic resilience. Since launching its Sustainable Finance Program in 2010, BDO has funded P1.04 trillion in sustainable projects across energy, infrastructure, water, transportation, and community development sectors. “Championing sustainable infrastructure is more than financing. It is about laying the…
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DOST Region 1 takes part in the Negosyo Learning Series 2025 in La Union
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region I proudly took part in the Negosyo Learning Series 2025, a capacity-building initiative by the City Government of San Fernando, La Union, held at the La Union Trade Center. Representing DOST Region I were Science Research Specialist II Justin Madrid and Carla Joyce B. Cajala who were…
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Santos Itinalagang Chairman at Director for Media Affairs ng PAPI
MAYNILA — Ipinagmamalaki ng Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI) ang opisyal na pagtatalaga kay Nelson S. Santos bilang bagong Chairman at Director for Media Affairs ng samahan. Si G. Santos ay hindi na bago sa PAPI at sa larangan ng pamamahayag. Siya ay nagsilbing Pangulo ng PAPI sa loob ng tatlong termino mula…
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TESDA awards outstanding TVET programs
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has conferred honors to exemplary technical vocational education and training (TVET) programs in the country through the agency’s System for TVET Accreditation and Recognition (STAR) Awards Program. The recognition was awarded during the 7th National Quality TVET Forum held on July 8 at the Hilton Manila Hotel,…
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Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR) Visits BauerTek Pharmaceutical Technologies
ch, development, and manufacturing facility of BauerTek located in Guiguinto, Bulacan. The collaboration between DA-BAR and BauerTek stands as proof that the Philippines’ agricultural wealth is yielding advancements in science, technology, and the national economy. BauerTek is renowned for producing natural-based supplements that help combat various illnesses such as cancer. The raw materials used by…
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SETUP-Assisted MSMEs Undergo Regional Evaluation in Region 1
To recognize the outstanding achievements of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Region 1, the Department of Science and Technology Region 1 (DOST Region 1) conducted an on-site evaluation for the Calendar Year 2025 Search for the SETUP 4.0 Awards for MSMEs and the SETUP Praise Awards from July 7 to 10, 2025. The…
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Associate Justice Villanueva Affirms Support for New PAPI Leadership
MANILA — In a strong show of confidence and commitment to the future of Philippine journalism, Supreme Court Associate Justice Raul B. Villanueva has expressed his full support for the newly installed leadership of the Publishers Association of the Philippines, Inc. (PAPI), headed by President Rebecca Madeja-Velásquez and Chairman/Director for Media Affairs Nelson S. Santos.…
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From checkups to childbirth: Renovated health centers uplift Visayas communities
BDO Foundation continues rural health mission Several primary care facilities in the provinces of Antique and Cebu received renovation support from BDO Foundation through the recommendation of BDO and BDO Network Bank branches. As part of its long-standing program, the foundation continues its mission to support public health workers and local government units in providing optimal patient care within an environment…
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BDO shortens offer period for fourth ASEAN Sustainability Bond issue
BDO Unibank, Inc. (“BDO” or the “Bank”) disclosed that it has shortened the offer period for its fourth Peso-denominated ASEAN Sustainability Bonds issue. Originally set to run from July 9 to 22, 2025, the Bank decided to close the offer period early, on July 14, 2025, following strong demand from both retail and institutional investors. The…
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Pia Wurtzbach Taps into BDO’s New Universal Teller Machine
It was love at first tap for Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach when she discovered the BDO Universal Teller Machine (UTM). “Honestly, BDO continues to surprise me, even after all these years,” says the global personality hailed for her modeling career, lifestyle choices, and meaningful advocacies. Pia made public her pick of BDO as her personal bank soon…