Newsletter: Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels Invites all Philippines Resorts to Evaluate Movable Underwater Hotel Partnership

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Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels, LLC, recently invited resorts and relevant authorities in the Philippines to begin a technical evaluation of a partnership built around its patented movable underwater hotels.

Newsletter: Korea and ASEAN Deepen Cultural Partnership as 2026 Innovative Culture Forum Comes to Manila

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The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea (MCST), together with the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE) and the ASEAN Foundation, has officially announced that the “2026 ASEAN-Korea Innovative Culture Forum (Partnership for Innovative Culture - PIC)” will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the prestigious Ayala Museum in Makati City.

Holding this year’s landmark forum in the Philippines carries exceptional diplomatic significance, as the nation assumes the 2026 ASEAN Chairmanship. Organized around the overarching theme, “On Human Creative Sovereignty: Shaping the Future of Imagination and Cultural IP,” the international conference aims to establish a high-level multilateral dialogue addressing the profound impact of generative artificial intelligence and digital transformation on creative industries, copyright protection, and cross-border intellectual property economies across Asia.

The forum is distinguished by an authoritative lineup of creative leaders and policymakers from Korea and all 11 ASEAN member states. Notably, Mr. Chang-seop Kim, General Director of NEXON’s iconic gaming franchise MapleStory, will deliver the forum’s Keynote Address. Reflecting on MapleStory’s unprecedented two-decade success across Southeast Asia via MapleStory SEA, Mr. Kim will share invaluable industry insights on expanding gaming worldviews into transmedia cultural intellectual properties (IP), sustained community building, and cross-sectoral brand collaborations.

Following the keynote, four comprehensive thematic sessions spanning Policy Governance, Industrial Expansion, ASEAN-Korea Multilateral Cooperation, and Youth Leadership will bring together over 20 prominent regional experts. Key discussions will explore how local cultural resources, indigenous heritage, and everyday creativity can be systematically transformed into legally protected, high-value cultural assets in alignment with the long-term strategic objectives of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045.

Alongside the academic and policy sessions, the forum is intrinsically linked with the contemporary art exhibition, “Gathering Point,” curated at the Ayala Museum from November 7 to November 13, 2026. The special seven-day showcase brings together visionary contemporary artists from six Asian nations, including the Philippines’ internationally acclaimed Mark Justiniani, Latthapon Korkiatarkul (Thailand), Kim Joon (Republic of Korea), Ari Bayuaji (Indonesia), Adam Phong (Malaysia), and Imhathai Suwatthanasilp (Thailand). Through diverse mediums ranging from kinetic optical installations to acoustic archival work, the exhibition demonstrates how physical materials, everyday memories, and collective traditions are reinterpreted through creative sovereignty.

The Organizing Committee has officially initiated an exclusive Application-Based Pre-Registration process for local arts and cultural administrators, museum and gallery curators, hotel art collection managers and senior hoteliers, creative tech startup founders, and aspiring youth leaders. Shortlisted delegates will receive full complimentary access to the forum proceedings, supported by a professional simultaneous interpretation system (Korean-English). Attendees will also be hosted to an authentic premium Korean culinary luncheon buffet and enjoy a complimentary instant photo booth experience designed to commemorate regional friendship.

Furthermore, delegates who actively participate throughout the entire day’s agenda (10:00 AM to 4:30 PM) will be automatically eligible for the Grand Finale Raffle Draw during the closing ceremony, featuring state-of-the-art Samsung smart devices (including Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Fit3), official BTS and SEVENTEEN collectors' albums, and luxury Sulwhasoo K-Beauty cosmetic gift sets.

Prospective delegates, cultural professionals, and academic researchers may submit their attendance credential applications through the official Google Forms registration portal. Due to museum gallery capacities and curated seat assignments, early registration is highly encouraged.

Registration Information

Prospective attendees, arts and culture professionals, museum and gallery curators, creative technologists, and academic researchers may submit their applications via the official registration portal:

Registration Link:

Google Forms: https://forms.gle/Q4fUW5TLBXbK8oWSA

Website: https://joinenjoy.com.ph/asean-korea-forum/

(Due to limited gallery capacity and curated seating assignments, early registration is highly encouraged.)

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Newsletter: AHEAD and Pru Life UK partner to help Filipinos invest in quality education

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Education is one of the most meaningful investments a family can make. While financial planning helps protect a child's future, quality education empowers them to shape it. Together, they create a stronger foundation for lifelong success.

Newsletter: Philippine Coding Camp Strengthens Leadership in Emerging Technology Education Through Regional and University Partnerships

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Philippine Coding Camp (PCC) continues to strengthen its position as a leading authority in emerging technologies and a premier technology education and capacity-building provider for companies, universities, government institutions, and education organizations.

Newsletter: Philippines and Japan sign joint declaration to continue decades of space cooperation

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The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) signed a Joint Declaration of Interest in Space Cooperation on 27 May 2026, reaffirming their shared goals and objectives, and their interest in exploring cooperation and industry partnerships in Satellite Joint Mission Partnership and Data Applications, Space Exploration and Human Spaceflight, and Space Sustainability. The declaration was signed by PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Gay Jane P. Perez and JAXA President Hiroshi Yamakawa during President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s state visit to Japan.

Newsletter: PhilSA, Hungarian University MATE forge partnership for agricultural research, education, and tech development

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PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Gay Jane P. Perez, Ph.D. (seated left) and MATE Rector Csaba Gyuricza (seated right) sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), witnessed by PhilSA Deputy Director General for Space Science and Technology Marc Caesar R. Talampas (left-most) and Her Excellency Titanilla Tóth, Ambassador of Hungary to the Philippines (right-most)

The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) and the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 20 April 2026 to advance agricultural research, education, and technology development. The agreement was signed by PhilSA Ad Interim Director General Dr. Gay Jane P. Perez and MATE Rector Dr. Csaba Gyuricza.

Newsletter: P.A. Properties partners with Philippine Veterans Bank to Expand Housing Loan Access

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P.A. Properties and P.A. Properties Hankyu Hanshin proudly formalized a new partnership with Philippine Veterans Bank through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement, officially designating the institution as one of its partner banks. The contract signing was held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the P.A. Properties Main Office in San Pedro, Laguna.

Newsletter: Smart and D One mark first year of empowering digital entrepreneurs

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Mobile services provider Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues to strengthen its partnership with D One Legacy PH Corp, working closely to expand digital access and unlock sustainable livelihood opportunities for Filipino entrepreneurs nationwide. The collaboration focuses on equipping D One members with a strong e-loading business foundation supported by Smart’s fast, reliable, and extensive mobile network.

Newsletter: It’s Official: KasKasan Buddies Partners With the Credit Card Association of the Philippines

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KasKasan Buddies and the Credit Card Association of the Philippines (CCAP) have formally partnered to expand financial education and responsible credit card use across the country

Newsletter: Wesleyan University, Smart Renew Decades-Long Partnership, Expanding AI Training for Future Engineers

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(L-R)  Dr. Wilfredo Ramos, VP for Academic Affairs, WUP; Dr. Irineo Alvaro Jr., President, WUP; Cynthia Capua, Academic Partnership Executive and Manager for Network Strategy and Engineering, Smart; Alejo Fernando, Senior WNFS Supervisor, Smart.

Eighty years after its founding, Wesleyan University-Philippines in Cabanatuan City in the province of Nueva Ecija is looking ahead—renewing its partnership with Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) under the Smart Wireless Engineering Education Program (SWEEP) which is pivoting toward artificial intelligence, automation and intelligent systems.

Newsletter: FIFA names Aleph exclusive partner for multimedia distribution and commercialization of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in the Philippines

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Aleph, a global digital advertising company operating at the intersection of media and cross-border payments, said today that it has been appointed by FIFA as the exclusive partner to lead commercialization and multimedia distribution of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in the Philippines.

Newsletter: European poultry – a stable partner for Filipino consumers and importers

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As part of the information and promotion campaign co-financed by the European Union "European Poultry - From Our Farms to Your Tables" Filipino consumers and business partners have the opportunity to learn more about the distinguishing features of poultry meat from the European Union: safety, high quality, concern for animal welfare and sustainable production.

Newsletter: Soupstar Music closes 25th year in style with ‘New Era’ partnership

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Soupstar Music celebrates its 25th year in the Philippine music industry with a special partnership with global lifestyle brand New Era. The limited-edition cap, which was launched on November 13, 2025, at Hideout Resto & Bar in Quezon City, encapsulates Soupstar Music’s enduring influence in bridging music, street culture, and contemporary Filipino lifestyle.

Newsletter: Xpress and LRMC Lead the Way in Legal, Safe, Last Mile Transport

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A new chapter in urban mobility begins as Xpress Super App formally partners with Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), the operator of the LRT-1 system, to address pressing commuter concerns around safety, transparency, and accessibility in and around train stations.

Newsletter: DTI, GCash for Business fuel MSME growth with smart, easy digital financial tools

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(L-R) DTI bureau of small and medium enterprise development director Emma Asusano, undersecretary Blesila Lantayona with GCash for business general manager Jong Layug, and vice president and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos.

In celebration of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) month, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and GCash for Business announced their partnership to support the growth of the country’s economic backbone through simple and scalable digital financial tools. 

Newsletter: VRITIMES Forms Strategic Partnership with 10 Leading Media Platforms in the Philippines to Expand Content Distribution

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 VRITIMES, a leading media technology platform providing integrated press release creation and distribution services, has officially partnered with 10 selected media platforms in the Philippines:

Newsletter: Rizal Medical Center partners with GCash to launch digital payment solutions to enhance patient experience and access to healthcare

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(L-R) Rizal Medical Center chief administrative officer for finance Marivilla L. Osorio, CPA-MMHA; medical center chief II Doctor Maria Rica M. Lumague, MD, FPCS, MHA; with GCash vice president and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos, and greater manila area public sector regional head Rafael Antonio Tecson

State-run Rizal Medical Center (RMC) in Pasig City has partnered with the country’s leading finance app and cashless ecosystem, GCash, to roll out digital payments for hospital bills, aiming to enhance service efficiency and improve the patient experience, making it a first-of-its-kind for any hospital in the Philippines.

Newsletter: MHSD-BARMM, GCash partnership brings faster and safer cashless transactions in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao

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(L-R) GCash vice president and head of public sector Cleo Celeste Santos and B2B general manager Jong Layug, G-Xchange, Inc. president and CEO Ren-Ren Reyes, with Ministry of Human Settlements and Development in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao minister Atty. Hamid Aminoddin Barra, deputy minister Aldin Asiri, and director general Esmael Ebrahim

Bangsamoro communities can now experience faster, safer, and more convenient access to digital payments—thanks to a new partnership between the Ministry of Human Settlements and Development (MHSD) in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) and the country’s leading finance app, GCash. This joint initiative marks a significant step towards advancing inclusive and sustainable finance across the region.

Newsletter: Globe, CCP partner to empower student creatives and future Filipino artists

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Globe and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) have officially launched a year-long partnership to promote the arts and strengthen creative education among Filipinos, particularly the youth. Key figures at the agreement signing include CCP President Kaye Tinga and Globe’s Chief Marketing Officer Rochelle Vandenberghe (center), along with CCP Vice President for Administration Jose Gaite (left), were present at the signing. This collaboration aims to foster creativity and support the next generation of Filipino artists.

Newsletter: XG Named Global Ambassador For G-SHOCK

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HIPHOP/R&B-inspired girl group XG has been appointed the new global ambassador for G-SHOCK, Casio’s iconic line of shock-resistant watches.