Manila, Philippines – The ASEAN Energy Business Forum (AEBF) 2026, organized by the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), hosted by the Department of Energy (DOE) of the Philippines, and co-organized by Leverage International (Consultants) Inc., will bring together policymakers, business leaders, investors, researchers, financial institutions, and key energy stakeholders from across ASEAN and beyond to advance regional cooperation […]
PH, Spain Move to Strengthen Social Security Access for Filipinos Abroad
Filipinos in Spain will gain stronger protection and easier access to social security benefits as the Philippines and Spain move to strengthen their longstanding partnership and restore SSS services in Madrid. Philippine Ambassador to Spain Philippe J. Lhuillier recently met with Social Security System (SSS) President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Joseph M. De Claro […]
World Council Excellence Awards Ministry Inc. Honors PR1ME Z Leaders with Multiple Distinctions
PR1ME Z Entrepreneurs Inc. marks another significant milestone as two of its leaders receive multiple recognitions from the World Council Excellence Awards Ministry Inc. President & CEO Zack Lopez was recognized as Asia Pacific Entrepreneur and received the Dangal ng Bayan Negosyante distinction. Vice President Mhai Bantados was likewise honored as a Women of the […]
Cebuana Lhuillier Wins Best Employee Engagement Program at 2026 People Insight Awards
A growing workforce brings new opportunities, but it also creates a challenge: how can an organization ensure that employees across different roles and locations remain connected to one another and to the company? For Cebuana Lhuillier, the answer has been to make connection, participation, recognition, and well-being part of everyday work—not simply activities that happen […]
APAME 2026 Examines AI, Research Integrity, and the Future of Peer Review
Top medical editors and researchers gathered in Manila to discuss how scholarly publishing can preserve trust in an increasingly AI-enabled research environment. The Asia Pacific Association of Medical Editors (APAME) 2026 Conference and the 7th Philippine Association of Medical Journal Editors (PAMJE) Conference brought together medical editors, researchers, reviewers, publishers, librarians, and health professionals at the Henry Sy Sr. […]
To accelerate the 3-Million-Home Program, the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs’ BSKDN promotes central-regional synergy and easier access for low-income households.
Jakarta, Indonesia August 20, 2026 – The Agency for Domestic Policy Strategy (BSKDN) of the Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs held an Actual Discussion Forum titled “Implementation Strategy of the 3 Million Houses Program in Regions” on Thursday (20/8/2026) at Hotel Horison Ultima Menteng, Jakarta. The forum, conducted in a hybrid format (in-person and online via Zoom Meeting […]
Carziqo Introduces ER-BX “EarnRide+Boost” Model for Intelligent Urban Mobility
MANILA, Philippines — Autonomous mobility technology company Carziqo has introduced the ER-BX, a new vehicle model developed under its “EarnRide+Boost” concept, as the company expands its technology-driven approach to urban transportation and intelligent fleet operations. The ER-BX is designed to support high-frequency mobility services in densely populated cities, combining autonomous driving technologies, real-time fleet monitoring, and AI-assisted […]
A ₱76 Spin to ₱53.9 Million: Casino Plus Reports Latest Multi-Million Payout Following Billion-Peso Milestones
MANILA, Philippines, 10 AUGUST 2026 — Casino Plus, one of the country’s leading responsible digital entertainment platforms licensed by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has confirmed its latest major jackpot payout: ₱53,913,617 won on the slot title Bao Zhu Zhao Fu. The verified jackpot was won on August 7, 2026, when a Casino […]
The Hidden Cost of Disconnected Business Systems
MANILA, Philippines — Many businesses unknowingly lose opportunities because customer information, marketing activities, booking systems, and internal processes are spread across multiple disconnected platforms. While each application may perform its individual function well, the lack of integration often results in slower response times, duplicated work, inconsistent reporting, and fragmented customer experiences. Emerge believes business leaders […]
Smart Manufacturing s Electronics Evolution: Philippines PMAX and EMAX 2026 Set to Drive Industry 4.0 Transformation in Manila
MANILA, Philippines — As the Philippine industrial ecosystem undergoes a rapid technological transformation, two of the nation’s premier industrial trade exhibitions are joining forces to accelerate the region’s manufacturing capabilities. The 2nd Edition of the Philippines Manufacturing Automation Expo (PMAX) 2026 and the Philippines Electronics Manufacturing Expo (EMAX) 2026 will co-locate from September 23 to […]