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Gov’t launches SRP for rice in provinces

By Sarwell Meniano (PNA) ORMOC CITY, Leyte -- The central government on Friday began enforcing the suggested retail prices (SRP) for rice in cities and provinces nationwide. Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol said the National...

More investments in agri, climate change adaptation pressed

By: PR (PNA) MANILA -- Ifugao Representative Teddy Brawner Baguilat called for increased investments in agriculture development and climate change adaptation and mitigation, as the economy continues to be battered by adverse effects...

Gov’t remains firm in implementing infra projects

By Leslie Gatpolintan (PNA) MANILA -- The government remains committed to implementing the country’s aggressive infrastructure program despite suggestions that it needs to prioritize projects to reduce the rising trade deficit. Socioeconomic Planning Secretary...

Peso gains strength, local shares lethargic

By: Joann Villanueva (PNA) MANILA -- The Philippine peso improved further Thursday due to a general weakness in the US dollar while the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) ended flat. The local currency finished the day...

DTI calls on traders to strictly follow SRPs

By Jennifer Mendoza (PNA) DAVAO CITY -- The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) urged businesses here to strictly follow the suggested retail prices (SRPs) of Noche Buena products, basic items, and prime...

PH still among Asia’s fastest growing economies

By Leslie Gatpolintan/PNA MANILA -- The Philippines remained one of the fastest growing economies in Asia even after posting slightly slower growth at 6.1 percent in the third quarter, due to weaker agriculture...
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