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Philippines flooding and land subsidence crisis

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Latest: Metro Manila and Central Luzon face sinking land and worsening floods

The Philippines is facing an escalating flood crisis in Metro Manila and Central Luzon, driven by a combination of environmental, geological, and political factors. Initial investigations focused on the potential link b

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Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue VAT updates

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Latest: Philippines removes VAT on electricity system loss charges

The Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued new circulars regarding Value-Added Tax (VAT) applications in different sectors. In September 2026, the BIR announced that qualified export-oriented enterprises

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Manila International Book Fair 2026

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Latest: Manila International Book Fair draws 235,000 visitors

The 2026 Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City concluded with an estimated turnout of approximately 235,000 visitors. Held from September 9 to 13 under the theme ‘Get Lit: Readi

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