President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivered his fifth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on July 27, 2026, at the House of Representatives in Quezon City. During his 2026 SONA, President Marcos Jr. emphasized the administration's aggressive infrastructure initiatives, focusing on the rehabilitation and reopening of vital bridges, namely: the San Juanico B...

Since the rebranding of Antrak Philippines to FLS Group Philippines, Inc. in December 2024, the company has been involved in major projects for the country and is geared to accomplish more in the months ahead. This year, The FLS Group partnered with partnered with Miescor (Meralco Industrial Engineering Corporation) who was the EPC for the Meralco PowerGe...

MANILA, Philippines – The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (GPCCI) welcomed the emphasis placed on regulatory efficiency, energy sector reform — including the proposed amendment to the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) — and an expanding network of free trade agreements in President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s State of the N...

PNIA: Philippine nickel industry offers ASEAN a diversified, dependable partner amid evolving critical minerals supply chainsPNIA: Philippine nickel industry offers ASEAN a diversified, dependable partner amid evolving critical minerals supply chains

Atty. Job Adrian M. Ambrosio was the Keynote Speaker during the May 2026 Philippine Mining & Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting. He is the President and CEO of Philippine Mining Development Corporation (PMDC). PMDC is a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC), under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DEN...

Philippine Mining and Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting welcomed Engr. Larry M. Heradez as the newly-appointed Director of the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB). Engr. Heradez is a graduate of Mapua University, and has a career in MGB that spans for more than 30 years. In the past, he served as regional director of the Mines and Geosc...

On March 31, 2026, the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) has appointed Philippine Mining and Exploration Association (PMEA) President, Joey Nelson R. Ayson as International Representative in the Philippines for the remainder of 2026. This is a continuation of his appointment to the role since May 2025.

The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) hosted the Conference on German Sustainable Energy Solutions – Industrial Efficiency & Clean Tech at Makati Diamond Residences on 24 March 2026. The conference is part of the business mission focused on German sustainable energy solutions, carried out under the German Energy Solutions Init...

MAKATI CITY, PHILIPPINES — The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) and its member companies laud the recent decision of the Supreme Court in G.R. No. 262969, which dismissed the Petition for a Writ of Kalikasan filed against Hinatuan Mining Corporation (HMC). This landmark ruling marks a definitive shift in the regulatory landscape, effective...

OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. has sold 31% or around 6,684 ounces of its annual gold doré production to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in 2025, exceeding the minimum 25% commitment under its  gold buying agreement with the central bank. The higher-than-committed delivery reinforces the Philippines’ reserve buffer and supports national economic ...

On March 27, 2026, the 13th Annual PMEA Invitational Golf Tournament was held at the Mount Malarayat Golf & Country Club. The summer's heat was not an obstacle for this year’s players in displaying their skill, precision and perseverance for the sport.

OceanaGold (Philippines), Inc. has significantly increased its contribution to the national treasury, remitting PHP 2.14 billion in additional government share (AGS) for fiscal year 2025 and formally turning it over to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through Secretary Juan Miguel “Mitch” Cuna, in accordance with the terms of its...

One of the main events of 2025 was the Philippines-Australia Business Council’s (PABC) 50th Anniversary. Established in July 1975, PABC commemorated this special occasion in a grand celebration that was held at Manila Polo Club in Makati last November 12. This milestone event marks five decades of excellence, collaboration, and growth through active en...

“Speaking to the media at the Australian Embassy’s Annual Journalists’ Reception, Australia’s Ambassador to the Philippines, His Excellency Marc Innes-Brown, honored Filipino journalists for connecting people and illuminating the truth. He emphasized that fearless reporting and quality journalism are essential for upholding democracy and strengthening tie...

For a wonderful start of the year, Philippine Mining and Exploration Association Monthly Membership Meeting focused on sustainable industrial solutions and advanced exploration technology, featuring speakers Michael Maglipon (President) from GFRP Philippines and Joven Brett Pacyaya (Asst. Manager, Geology) from Cordillera Exploration Co., Inc. The meeting...

In a recent report by Philippine Nuclear Research Institute of the Department of Science and technology (DOST-PNRI), radiation-processed plastic waste can now be used as construction materials. Plastic waste accumulation is a global problem and the Philippines is particularly identified as the top source of ocean plastic pollution in the world accordin...