THE PROPOSED tax reform program will retain fiscal incentives for firms registered with the Board of Investments (BoI) as well as economic zone locators stated under the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Act, the Finance department clarified.
Jul 072017
Jul 072017
Pamalican Island has been ranked first in the Top Ten Beaches in the World list of Suitcase magazine. Pamalican Island [via Suitcase Mag] Pamalican, home to top world-class luxury beach resort Amanpulo, outranked the best beaches in Hawaii, Polynesia, Thailand, Brazil, Panama, India, Miami, British Virgin Islands, and Swansea. Suitcase contributor Jaime Rose described the Philippine destination: “Beaches don’t come any more perfect than those on the Pamalican in the Philippines. A private island housing the exclusive Amanpulo hotel, the pristine beach shines like a halo as you land on the island via private plane.” “With each villa leading lazily down to its own stretch of beach, privacy and exclusivity allow you to enjoy this slice of paradise with super luxury trimmings.” Suitcase, a multimedia travel magazine that is re-imagining travel, recommends Pamalican and the listed beaches: “As much as we love cultural city break or adrenaline-filled adventure, there’s no denying that a simple image of a sweeping white-sand beach can render us weak at the knees. It’s as if it calls out to a primordial instinct within our travelling souls, beckoning us to be beside the sea once more.” “Life’s a beach… Read this, then book that flight.” Pamalican Island is found in the Cuyo Islands in the Sulu Sea, between Palawan and Panay, in the north part of the Palawan Province of the Philippines. The island is set in the middle of a 7-square-kilometre coral reef. The post Pamalican Island crowned world’s best beach by Suitcase Mag appeared first on Good Read More …
Jul 072017
Netherlands-based global financial giant ING has projected a positive growth rate for the Philippines under the 6-year term of the Duterte administration. Philippine Stock Exchange [via Business World Online] ING Philippines economist Joey Cuyegkeng in a client briefing said he foresees a 6.5 percent gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate until the year 2022 even if the country is placed on “autopilot.” The senior economist said in a forum that “A 6- to 6.5-percent growth rate is feasible even without any new reforms,” according to an Inquirer report by Doris Dumlao-Abadilla. Cuyegkeng is also reported by Manila Standard as saying the positive GDP rate is driven by investments, higher fiscal spending, and robust domestic demand. The Philippine economy is in a “sweet spot of relatively fast growth and low to moderate inflation” with growth drivers now expanding to include agriculture and industry services. The ING experts also project growth by 8.1 percent for the industrial sector, and 3 percent for the farm sector. The service sector is seen to keep its growth rate at the 6.6 percent. The post Dutch banking giant ING bullish on the PHL economy appeared first on Good News Pilipinas. Related posts: Makati Business Club remains bullish on PH economy PHL posts strongest economic growth in Asia at 7.1% PHL is Asia’s fastest growing economy in 1st Qtr 2016 Japan’s Nomura upgrades PHL economic growth
Jul 072017
Filipino photographer Jophel Ybiosa has been awarded the 1 st Place Category Winner at the 2017 Moscow International Foto Awards (MIFA) for his photograph depicting a popular Manila scene. Jophel Ybiosa [via Facebook] Ybiosa’s entry titled "The Feast of Black Nazarene in Manila" won the Events Professiona category with its black and white depiction of the annual January procession of pilgrims. The Feast of Black Nazarene in Manila [by Jophel Ybiosa via Moscow Foto Awards] The MIFA description of Ybiosa’s winning photograph reads, “Throughout the grand procession, devotees are walking barefoot and trying to touch the image of Black Nazarene with the hope of receiving a blessing or miracle. Participation in the procession can be considered risky because of possible injuries or even casualty brought upon by fatigue, heat and stampede of congested crowd.” The 6-time Philippine Dangal ng Ani awardee was also included in the Best of Show Exhibition of MIFA, the biggest photography competition in Russia and one of the biggest in the world. The cruise photographer also received an Honorable Mention in the Fine Art-Portrait Category for his photograph titled “The Imbalanced Mindset.” The post Jophel Ybiosa awarded 1st place in Moscow Int’l Foto Awards appeared first on Good News Pilipinas. Related posts: 6x Ani awardee Ybiosa honored for multiple int’l photo tilts Pinoy Photogs win Dubai HIPA International awards Teri Malvar 1st Filipino Best Actress in Moscow FilmFest Danny Ocampo honored in Sony Photography Awards
Jul 072017
Chinkee Tan Let us get right to the point. I believe that they are doing something which ordinary people are not doing. They do not only do it once, but they do it consistently. The rich get richer because they are… GOAL-ORIENTED The rich KNOW where they want to go. To them, it is very clear what they want to achieve. Before they execute something, they already know what they want to happen. WISE TO ASK THE WISE And if ever that they are not very sure with the direction towards their financial destination, the are WISE enough to ask FINANCIAL EXPERTS. They are WISE enough to admit that they do not know everything. POSITIVE THINKERS Because of the goals that they’ve set and everything that they have learned from experts, they are able to develop a POSITIVE OUTLOOK. They believe in their own abilities, and they are very determined to do whatever it takes to make their dreams come true. They are not easily discouraged by failures and setbacks. They do not entertain negative people and negative thoughts in their minds. RISK TAKERS Every rich person is rich today because he or she has made a BRAVE STEP OF TAKING RISKS. Even you are super confident and well-learned when it comes to achieving your financial destination, you will not arrive there if you are just always chilling and hanging around. Move! Take action! Do something! Take risks! Maybe you have a Mark Zuckerberg-like idea. Develop it! Do you often Read More …
Jul 062017
International ecommerce merchants thinking about expanding to the USA will find it useful to setup association with a US based centralized returns management system intermediary. They can lower the cost of returns management and improve customer relationship.
Jul 062017
RAPID CREDIT growth in the Philippines is unlikely to trigger a domestic funding crunch, as it comes alongside upbeat economic activity and as banks stand better positioned 20 years after the Asian Financial Crisis, analysts at S&P Global Ratings said.
Jul 062017
CABINET MEMBERS in charge of the economy and infrastructure met with Japanese officials yesterday evening for the second Philippines-Japan Joint Committee on Infrastructure Development and Economic Cooperation, to prepare Japan-funded infrastructure projects ahead of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s visit in November for signing ceremonies.
Jul 062017
THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) will present to investors by next month the master plan for its flagship Clark Green City project.
Jul 062017
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