Day: May 21, 2025

Makati City: The Contact Center Association of the Philippines (CCAP) has expressed strong support for the government’s new Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) law, as this will help in addressing the skills gap in the workforce. In a press conference in Makati City Wednesday, CCAP president Haidee Enriquez lauded the government for recognizing the crucial role of enterprises in ensuring a competitive talent pool, especially for the contact center sector wherein the workforce should be regularly upskilled and reskilled amid fast-paced technologies. According to Philippines News Agency, the EBET law allocates an initial PHP500 million for enterprise-driven upskilling, a shift

Manila: Senator Grace Poe emphasized the importance of fairness and transparency in the implementation of the No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP), stressing that the rights of motorists must be preserved as the policy is reintroduced on major roads in Metro Manila. According to Philippines News Agency, with the Supreme Court’s partial lifting of the temporary restraining order on NCAP, Poe called on the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to review and strengthen their rollout strategies. She highlighted the necessity of partnering with a credible technology provider, installing high-definition cameras, and establishing a clear and

Manila: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. welcomed the international cast and crew of the upcoming romantic comedy film “The Last Resort” at Malaca±ang Palace on Wednesday, celebrating what he described as a moment of pride for the Philippines. The film, which is set in the country, features a high-profile ensemble led by Daisy Ridley and Alden Ehrenreich, who were known for their roles in the Star Wars franchise. According to Philippines News Agency, also present were actors Sam Neill, Beck Bennett, and Dylan Menor, along with celebrated director Donald Petrie (How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days), Academy Award-winning

Manila: Local shares rose on Wednesday after two consecutive days of decline this week, while the peso moved sideways. The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) gained 0.63 percent to 6,375.35, while All Shares increased by 0.47 percent to 3,737.94. According to Philippines News Agency, except for Industrial and Property, which declined by 0.08 percent and 0.60 percent, respectively, all sectors closed in the green. “Philippine shares booked modest growth on Wednesday, gaining 0.63 percent despite a slow start earlier in the session, as investors looked for new catalysts following the earnings season,” said Regina Capital Development Corp. Head of Sales

Manila: The Philippine Commission on Women (PCW) said Wednesday there is an urgent need to dismantle gender barriers across all aspects of the maritime industry. According to Philippines News Agency, PCW Chairperson Ermelita Valdeavilla noted that women have been proving their competence, courage, and leadership in the maritime world as engineers, logisticians, harbor pilots, shipbuilders, and naval officers, to name a few. However, they still encounter significant barriers, such as unconscious bias, lack of appropriate mentorship, limited training access, and outdated stereotypes. Valdeavilla emphasized that the opportunities available for women in the maritime industry are meaningless if gender barriers remain