Tag Archives: Philippines

Japan aids 3B yen for PAG-ASA modernization

The Japan and Philippines creates a stronger relationship after Japan spent more than 3 billion yen or Php 1.77 billion for the improvement of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s (PAG-ASA) meteorological radar stations in vital areas in the country.

PHL rep wins 1st runner up in Miss Teen Universe

Another Philippine beauty proved that once again Filipinas are one of the best looking women across the globe. The lone representative of Asia, Philippine Miss Teen Universe, Clarisse Marie Obia, bested 18 others after winning first place in the recently concluded Miss Teen Universe 2012 in the Hall of the Ruben Dario National Theater in Nicaragua last April 30.

CBP keeps low interest rates

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The Central Bank of the Philippines (CBP) kept the interest rates low after the annual inflation steadied last month giving the bank an opportunity to support the country’s growth.

Filipinos take part in upcoming London Olympic Torch Relay

One US-based, two London-based, and two Philippine-based Filipinos are tasked to join one of the essential and highly-celebrated parts of the upcoming 2012 London Olympics- the torch relay.

Philippines has more women managers than other countries

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MANILA, Philippines—More filipinas are climbing the corporate ladder than in most other countries. Grant Thornton’s International Business Report, there are over 39 percent for 2011 for the highest percentage of women in the boardroom in the Philippines.

PH remains on US list of countries with pirated, fake goods

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According to the US Department of State, the Philippines is still on the United States Trade Representative’s (USTR)watch list”. They believe that Philippines counterfeit goods and pirated products are easily available here.

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