THE HOLY month of Ramadan for Muslims ended last week. During its final days, I was fortunate to attend two iftar invitations …
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Opinion
Fuel price surge compels PH higher ed to embrace online, hybrid classes
by Contributorby ContributorTHE PREDICTED fuel price increase in the coming days will not only affect motorists, but its impact will cascade throughout the economy, …
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THE FIRST quarter of 2026 is not yet over, yet the Philippine halal industry has already secured another important win in sustaining …
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Opinion
The Philippines as preferred venue of historic global Halal events
by Contributorby ContributorFOR DECADES, the Philippines has quietly positioned itself as a serious player in the global Halal economy — an unexpected trajectory for …
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Opinion
Economic history matters: Untold stories of Philippine–China trade relations
by Contributorby ContributorWhenever Philippine–China relations turn tense, familiar calls resurface urging the Philippines to distance itself economically from China and look elsewhere for trade …
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Opinion
How can the PH Halal industry maximize its economic partnership with UAE?
by Contributorby ContributorON JAN. 15, 2026, the Philippines and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Considered as a …
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EVERY December 30, the Philippines commemorates the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal—the country’s de facto national hero. I use the term de …