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## [Moody’s gives PH economy a vote of confidence](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/27/moodys-gives-ph-economy-a-vote-of-confidence/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=moodys-gives-ph-economy-a-vote-of-confidence)

_2026-08-27 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Moody’s Ratings has kept the Philippines’ Baa2 investment-grade credit rating with a stable outlook, the Department of Finance (DOF) said in a news release. This indicates that the country remains a relatively reliable place for lenders and investors despite higher global energy costs and a temporary slowdown in government infrastructure spending. A good rating tells \[…\]

## [Allianz PNB Life posts 98% growth, ranks No. 3 in PH](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/27/allianz-pnb-life-posts-98-growth-ranks-no-3-in-ph/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=allianz-pnb-life-posts-98-growth-ranks-no-3-in-ph)

_2026-08-27 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Allianz PNB Life is entering its second decade in the Philippines with strong business momentum, posting a 98% year-on-year increase in new business in the first half of 2026 and ranking third in the country’s life insurance industry. The insurer recorded ₱4.59 billion in consolidated New Business Annual Premium Equivalent (NBAPE) during the first half, \[…\]

## [PH, Korea move to protect music rights in AI era](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/27/ph-korea-forum-calls-for-stronger-music-rights-systems-amid-ai-surge/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ph-korea-forum-calls-for-stronger-music-rights-systems-amid-ai-surge)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Philippines and South Korea are pushing for stronger digital copyright and rights-information systems as the rapid growth of AI-generated music creates new challenges for creators, rights holders and the music industry. The issue took center stage at the 2026 Philippines-Korea Copyright Forum, jointly organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), South \[…\]

## [PH positions Mindanao as hub for AI-driven industries](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/27/ph-positions-mindanao-as-hub-for-ai-driven-industries/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ph-positions-mindanao-as-hub-for-ai-driven-industries)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Taking advantage of growing investor interest in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology-driven industries, the Philippines is positioning Mindanao as a strategic hub for the next wave of industrial development, leveraging the region’s strengths in manufacturing, agribusiness, renewable energy, critical minerals, logistics, digital services, and halal industries. The investment push was…

## [FIRING LINE: EV parking rule good, but what else?](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/27/firing-line-ev-parking-rule-good-but-what-else/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=firing-line-ev-parking-rule-good-but-what-else)

_2026-08-26 · Robert B. Roque, Jr. · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Robert B. Roque, Jr. The Department of Energy (DOE) is about to roll out its circular requiring building owners to set aside at least 5% of parking slots for EV charging stations. It’s a serious step from the DOE to ensure there is one for every 20; and that, my friends, will definitely boost \[…\]

## [5 Swiss lessons on building business in PH](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/5-swiss-lessons-on-building-business-in-ph/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=5-swiss-lessons-on-building-business-in-ph)

_2026-08-26 · Andrea B. Ramos · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Andrea B. Ramos Swiss business leaders who have built companies and careers in the Philippines say succeeding in the country takes more than capital, strategy, and a good business plan. For leaders from Dashlabs.ai, Amihan Solutions, Target Display, Centre Médicale Internationale and The Zuellig Group, some of the most important ingredients are decidedly human: \[…\]

## [Stratbase: PH laws must prevail in steel plant police raids](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/stratbase-ph-laws-must-prevail-in-steel-plant-police-raids/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=stratbase-ph-laws-must-prevail-in-steel-plant-police-raids)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Independent think tank Stratbase Institute on Wednesday condemned what it described as attempts by foreign interests to pressure the Philippine government into halting or weakening enforcement actions against Chinese-linked steel facilities accused of violating Philippine laws. In a statement, Stratbase Institute President and Professor Victor Andres “Dindo” Manhit specifically expressed his…

## [APECO eyes defense-led investments in Pacific seaboard](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/apeco-eyes-defense-led-investments-in-pacific-seaboard/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=apeco-eyes-defense-led-investments-in-pacific-seaboard)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) is positioning its Pacific-facing economic zone as a potential destination for defense-related investments, following Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr.’s call for strategic defense facilities along the country’s eastern seaboard. APECO President and CEO Gil G. Taway IV said the development of defense infrastructure could…

## [ECCP energy forum targets projects, investments](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/eccp-energy-forum-targets-projects-investments/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=eccp-energy-forum-targets-projects-investments)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Philippines’ energy sector is at a turning point, and the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) is bringing stakeholders together once again to keep the conversation moving forward. On 27 August 2026, the ECCP will host the 15th run of its flagship event, the Energy Smart Forum at Dusit Thani Manila, to \[…\]

## [NNIC, PAL set new performance framework for NAIA operations](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/nnic-pal-set-new-performance-framework-for-naia-operations/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=nnic-pal-set-new-performance-framework-for-naia-operations)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have signed an Airport Use Agreement (AUA) establishing a standardized operating framework for the flag carrier at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). The agreement is the first standardized AUA signed by NNIC with an airline since it took over the management and operation of the country’s \[…\]

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_2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_

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## [5 Richmonde stays for 5 kinds of travelers](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/5-richmonde-stays-for-5-kinds-of-travelers/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=5-richmonde-stays-for-5-kinds-of-travelers)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Travelers today rarely fit into just one category. A family may be looking for a quick city escape, and a professional may need to combine work with a little downtime, while one guest may be staying longer to make the most of a business trip and another may require a stay that accommodates their faith, \[…\]

## [MPower to power Big Ben Group facilities in Bulacan](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/26/mpower-to-power-big-ben-group-facilities-in-bulacan/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=mpower-to-power-big-ben-group-facilities-in-bulacan)

_2026-08-26 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

MPower, the local retail electricity supplier of Manuel V. Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Co. (Meralco), has formalized a partnership with Big Ben Group to provide electricity supply to the company’s manufacturing facilities in Pulilan, Bulacan.\*\* The partnership is expected to support the Big Ben Group’s construction and manufacturing operations while advancing its goals of operational…

## [Ambassador Endo bids farewell to DICT chief](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/25/ambassador-endo-bids-farewell-to-dict-chief/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ambassador-endo-bids-farewell-to-dict-chief)

_2026-08-25 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Japanese Ambassador ENDO Kazuya paid a farewell call on Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Henry Rhoel Aguda on August 20, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic assignment in the Philippines. During the meeting, Ambassador Endo expressed his appreciation for Secretary Aguda’s leadership in strengthening cooperation between Japan and the Philippines in…

## [PNIA backs EO 122, cites boost to PH minerals industry](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/25/pnia-backs-eo-122-cites-boost-to-ph-critical-minerals-industry/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=pnia-backs-eo-122-cites-boost-to-ph-critical-minerals-industry)

_2026-08-25 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) has welcomed Executive Order No. 122, calling it a significant step toward strengthening the Philippines’ critical minerals industry and improving the country’s competitiveness in the global market. Signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on August 21, EO 122 establishes a unified national policy framework for developing the critical \[…\]

## [Toyota, AAP launch free 24/7 roadside assistance for eligible owners](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/25/toyota-aap-launch-free-24-7-roadside-assistance-for-eligible-owners/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=toyota-aap-launch-free-24-7-roadside-assistance-for-eligible-owners)

_2026-08-24 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) is expanding its after-sales support through a new partnership with the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP), providing eligible Toyota owners with free 24/7 Emergency Roadside Assistance (ERS) beginning August 2026. The partnership strengthens Toyota’s commitment to customer safety and mobility beyond the vehicle purchase, giving eligible motorists access to…

## [US backs Palawan center vs. illegal fishing](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/22/us-backs-palawan-center-vs-illegal-fishing/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=us-backs-palawan-center-vs-illegal-fishing)

_2026-08-22 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through the Fish Right Project, has launched a Community Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing Reporting Center in partnership with the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD), strengthening Philippine-led efforts to combat illegal fishing and related maritime activities. The new center will provide coastal communities with a dedicated…

## [France extends aid to help low-income families access nutritious food](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/22/france-extends-aid-to-help-low-income-families-access-nutritious-food/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=france-extends-aid-to-help-low-income-families-access-nutritious-food)

_2026-08-22 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Department of Finance (DOF) and the French development agency, Agence Française de Développement (AFD), have partnered to strengthen food security and improve nutrition among low-income families through a financing facility for the Reducing Food Insecurity and Undernutrition with Electronic Vouchers (REFUEL) Project. Implemented in partnership with the Department of Social Welfare and…

## [45-year-old Pinay runner bags bronze in Timor-Leste](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/22/45-year-old-pinay-runner-bags-bronze-in-timor-leste/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=45-year-old-pinay-runner-bags-bronze-in-timor-leste)

_2026-08-22 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

A 45-year-old Filipina teacher and mother emerged as the Philippines’ lone medalist at the 10th Dili International Marathon, clinching third place in the ASEAN+ Female category after a year of largely self-directed training. Joan E. Pasia, reportedly the lone Filipino entry in the international race, took her place on the awards podium at the Presidential \[…\]

## [Manila tour guides brush up on diplomatic protocol for ASEAN VIPs](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/22/manila-tour-guides-brush-up-on-diplomatic-protocol-for-asean-vips/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=manila-tour-guides-brush-up-on-diplomatic-protocol-for-asean-vips)

_2026-08-21 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Twenty-five tour guides in Metro Manila received training in diplomatic and government protocol as the Philippines prepares to host regional leaders and foreign delegations for the 49th ASEAN Summit on November 10–12. The Philippines is the official ASEAN Chair for 2026, leading the regional bloc under the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together.” The country earlier \[…\]

## [GCash adds facial verification, loan scam insurance](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/22/gcash-adds-facial-verification-loan-scam-insurance/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=gcash-adds-facial-verification-loan-scam-insurance)

_2026-08-21 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

GCash is strengthening security for GLoan borrowers with the rollout of facial verification and a new loan scam insurance benefit designed to help protect users against unauthorized borrowing and fraud. Fuse Financing, Inc., the lending arm of GCash, said the facial verification feature adds another layer of identity authentication to GLoan applications, particularly during higher-risk \[…\]

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## [EXCLUSIVE &#124; From soldier of the nation to soldier of God](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/exclusive-interview-from-soldier-of-the-nation-to-soldier-of-god/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=exclusive-interview-from-soldier-of-the-nation-to-soldier-of-god)

_2026-08-21 · Monsi A. Serrano · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Monsi A. Serrano For Henry Maaravi, the path from serving as an IDF combat soldier to guiding Christian pilgrims through the Holy Land was not a departure from his roots. It was, in many ways, a deeper understanding of where he belonged. Born and raised in the Galilee, Maaravi grew up around the Sea \[…\]

## [PH, US, Japan to Host Luzon Corridor Forum](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/ph-us-japan-to-host-luzon-corridor-forum/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ph-us-japan-to-host-luzon-corridor-forum)

_2026-08-21 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The governments of the United States, the Philippines and Japan will co-host the inaugural Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) Investment Forum on Sept. 10-11, 2026, bringing together some 600 investors, industry leaders, project developers, financiers and senior government officials in Manila. The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) said the two-day forum will highlight coordinated efforts \[…\]

## [Purisima honored with Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/purisima-honored-with-japans-order-of-the-rising-sun/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=purisima-honored-with-japans-order-of-the-rising-sun)

_2026-08-21 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Andrea B. Ramos Former Finance and Trade and Industry Secretary Cesar V. Purisima was conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star by His Majesty the Emperor of Japan in recognition of his significant contributions to strengthening Japan-Philippines relations. The conferment ceremony was held at the official residence of Japanese Ambassador \[…\]

## [PH-U.S. alliance built on enduring mutual interests, Colby says](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/ph-u-s-alliance-built-on-enduring-mutual-interests-colby-says/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ph-u-s-alliance-built-on-enduring-mutual-interests-colby-says)

_2026-08-21 · Andrea B. Ramos · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Andrea B. Ramos The Philippines-U.S. alliance can remain enduring across changing political administrations if it continues to be anchored on the mutual interests of both countries, United States Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby said. Speaking at a Fireside Chat organized and moderated by Stratbase Institute President Prof. Victor “Dindo” Manhit, Colby \[…\]

## [Rebuilding after disaster starts with food](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/rebuilding-after-disaster-starts-with-food/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=rebuilding-after-disaster-starts-with-food)

_2026-08-21 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

When disasters strike, recovery does not begin and end with rebuilding homes, roads and livelihoods. For communities already facing food insecurity, restoring access to nutritious food can be just as critical. This is where Rise Against Hunger Philippines (RAHP) sees a growing need as the country enters the months when nearly 70% of tropical cyclones \[…\]

## [LODESTAR: Filipinos in Israel](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/21/lodestar-filipinos-in-israel/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=lodestar-filipinos-in-israel)

_2026-08-20 · Prof. Danton Remoto · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Prof. Danton RemotoPhotos from The Philippine Business and News Aileen S. Mendiola, the ambassador of the Philippines to Israel, sits across from me in the holding area of a restaurant in Tel Aviv. It’s a warm night in August, and peals of laughter could be heard in the other room, where other Filipino journalists \[…\]

## [PH IT-BPM eyes UK growth with AI-enabled, high-value services](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/ph-it-bpm-eyes-uk-growth-with-ai-enabled-high-value-services/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=ph-it-bpm-eyes-uk-growth-with-ai-enabled-high-value-services)

_2026-08-20 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

The Philippines is stepping up efforts to tap the United Kingdom as a growth and diversification market for its information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) industry, with opportunities increasingly centered on higher-value services rather than traditional cost-driven outsourcing. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Philippine Trade and Investment Center in…

## [ASEAN firms diversify amid US trade uncertainty](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/asean-firms-diversify-amid-us-trade-uncertainty/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=asean-firms-diversify-amid-us-trade-uncertainty)

_2026-08-20 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

ASEAN businesses are responding to rising trade uncertainty by strengthening regional supply chains, cutting logistics and customs costs, and expanding into markets beyond the United States, according to a new report by the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA). The report, “Private Sector Insights on Navigating US Trade Policy: Findings from ASEAN \[…\]

## [2GO Bolsters Mindanao’s Economic Connectivity](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/2go-bolsters-mindanaos-economic-connectivity/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=2go-bolsters-mindanaos-economic-connectivity)

_2026-08-20 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Logistics and transportation are emerging as critical links in Mindanao’s drive for more inclusive and sustainable economic growth, with stronger connections needed to move products, people and investment opportunities across the region and the rest of the country. This was underscored by 2GO Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer William Howell during the 35th \[…\]

## [Meralco foundation brings relief to Habagat-hit areas](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/meralco-foundation-brings-relief-to-habagat-hit-areas/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=meralco-foundation-brings-relief-to-habagat-hit-areas)

_2026-08-20 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

One Meralco Foundation (OMF), the social development arm of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), has mobilized relief operations for communities affected by heavy southwest monsoon (Habagat) rains and flooding across parts of Bulacan, Cavite, and Rizal. Working with Meralco business centers, Meralco PowerGen Corporation (MGEN), local government units, and disaster-response partners, OMF has reached…

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## [Israeli journalist to Filipino media: See facts for yourself](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/israeli-journalist-to-filipino-media-see-the-facts-for-yourself/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=israeli-journalist-to-filipino-media-see-the-facts-for-yourself)

_2026-08-20 · Monsi A. Serrano · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Monsi A. Serrano Israeli lawyer, journalist, and diplomatic correspondent Tal Schneider has urged Filipino journalists covering the Israel-Gaza conflict to go beyond competing narratives from afar, listen to different voices and, when possible, see conditions on the ground for themselves. Schneider, political correspondent of The Times of Israel, made the remarks in an exclusive \[…\]

## [Globe charts responsible AI at scale](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/globe-charts-responsible-ai-at-scale/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=globe-charts-responsible-ai-at-scale)

_2026-08-19 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to enterprise-wide deployment, companies are confronting a more complex challenge: how to scale AI without compromising security, governance, interoperability and trust. For Globe, the answer lies in building the infrastructure and controls needed to support AI adoption before deploying increasingly autonomous systems across the organization.…

## [FIRING LINE &#124; Why garbage, not rains, causes floods](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/20/firing-line-why-garbage-not-rains-causes-floods/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=firing-line-why-garbage-not-rains-causes-floods)

_2026-08-19 · Robert B. Roque, Jr. · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Robert B. Roque, Jr. I came across a TikTok video last Sunday posted by MC Mobile. I cannot verify its source, or even whether it was original content, but as of my last check it had 73,000 views — and for once, the viral satisfaction was more than watching somebody fall. The roughly three-minute, \[…\]

## [Endo wraps up PH posting with pledge to OFWs](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/19/amb-endo-reaffirms-japans-support-for-ofws-in-call-on-dmw-chief/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=amb-endo-reaffirms-japans-support-for-ofws-in-call-on-dmw-chief)

_2026-08-19 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Outgoing Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Kazuya Endo and Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac reaffirmed the strong and longstanding partnership between Japan and the Philippines, with particular focus on the welfare and protection of Filipino workers in Japan. Ambassador Endo paid a farewell call on Secretary Cacdac on August 17, \[…\]

## [How Conrad Manila’s front-desk officer makes time for art](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/19/how-conrad-manilas-front-desk-officer-makes-time-for-art/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=how-conrad-manilas-front-desk-officer-makes-time-for-art)

_2026-08-19 · Andrea B. Ramos · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

By Andrea B. Ramos Behind his persona as front office manager at Conrad Manila, Spencer Ozo finds the time to pursue his passion of making art now showcased in “Intimate Reflections,” the 42nd edition of Conrad Manila’s “Of Art and Wine” on Gallery C. Curated by Nestor Jardin, Ozo started his artistic journey on his \[…\]

## [Tim Ho Wan takes full control of North America business](https://thephilbiznews.com/2026/08/19/tim-ho-wan-takes-full-control-of-north-america-business/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=tim-ho-wan-takes-full-control-of-north-america-business)

_2026-08-19 · The Philippine Business and News · THEPHILBIZNEWS_

Tim Ho Wan, the Hong Kong dim sum brand wholly owned by Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), is taking full ownership and operational control of its North American business under a new agreement with long-time Japanese partner WDI Corporation. The realignment will see Tim Ho Wan acquire WDI’s 30% interest in the joint venture operating the \[…\]

