The Philippines

Having weathered the recession better than most, the Philippines has renewed confidence in its economy, its government, and itself

Antonio G de Rosas, President and Ceo of Pru Life UK, sees insurance not just as a business, but as a life-long relationship built on trust and a desire to benefit all concerned

Thanks to the PMDC, the future of Philippine mining industry, and its workers, looks bright

Careful work by the central bank has helped the Philippines make progress through stormy waters

According to Amando M. Tetangco Jr., Governor of the Central Bank of the Philippines (BSP), over the past decade the total portfolio of microfinancing activities by the country’s banks has reached PhP 7 billion ($161 million).

The SSS is working hard to extend social security protection to all Filipino workers and their beneficiaries

Highlighting the immense potential of Philippines' power generation to investors

A spectacular investment in leisure and gaming

Petron Corporation’s profits have helped the whole country – but there’s more work to be done

Universal News discusses the Philippines’ economy in general, and insurance sector in particular, with Mr. Emilio S. De Quiros Jr

Philex Mining Corporation profits from a modern approach to the ancient business of digging for gold

In 2010, the Philippine economy grew by over 7%, blessing the country’s burgeoning middle class with increased disposable income.

By adhering to a triple bottom-line policy – financial and operating performance, environmental stewardship and empowerment of communities – Philex Mining Corporation has prospered financially, yet not lost sight of its role as a social and environmental steward.

Social welfare and insurance can help alleviate the worst effects of natural disasters and poverty

Philippine Prudential Life Insurance Company, Inc. (PPLIC) has a long history of developing low-cost products and CSR initiatives which benefit Philippine society.

Big companies spreading the wealth

Already the world’s second largest producer of power from geo-thermal sources, the Philippines is taking renewable energy seriously

DDT Konstract was launched in 1998 with capital of just a few thousand dollars, made up of the Tamayo’s life savings and loans from family.