A message from RFP

In this challenging times, it is not easy to stay motivated, but it doesn’t mean that we should stop hoping for a better future. More than ever, we need each other for support and inspiration. Through Project Rebound, we aim to achieve this. Henry Ong, Registered Financial Planner Philippines Registered Financial Planners Philippines is the premiere…

A message from PBSP

Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) is committed to poverty reduction and sustainable development. We endeavour to uplift the lives of Filipinos all over the country, especially those in underprivileged and vulnerable communities. The past year has been an immense challenge as the whole world and all Filipinos navigate a global pandemic and recession. As…

A message from PBEd

Philippine Business for Education is pleased to join Project Rebound and share our insights on how our embattled education sector can recover from this pandemic and contribute to a more resilient Philippines. At PBEd, we believe that education is everybody’s business, as it touches the lives not just of those studying and working in schools,…

A message from SHDA

SHDA supports Inquirer’s Project Rebound because we believe that this is in line with the objective and goal of the association which is to promote developers’ welfare and interests and to have a vibrant and productive housing industry. SHDA helps the government in addressing the country’s housing need and backlog. These efforts will redound to…

A message from PANA

In PANA, we consistently think of ways to extend knowledge and support to our members especially during these trying times. We are optimistic that with our existing programs as well as partnering with REBOUND, we will be able to provide that. We believe that together, we all rise above these challenges. On the road to…

Landbank’s add’l equity to go to MSME loan programs

The additional P27.5-billion equity infused into state-run Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) will be injected into existing and upcoming loan programs for small businesses badly hit by the pandemic-induced recession, an official said. In a telephone interview on Wednesday, Landbank vice president and corporate affairs group head Vivian Cañonero said the Bayanihan to Recover…

Pangasinan welcomes more tourists as restrictions eased

LINGAYEN, PANGASINAN—Tourists outside the Ilocos region are now allowed to visit Pangasinan after the provincial government eased travel restrictions this week. Gov. Amado Espino III issued an executive order removing the travel authority and medical certificates from the required documents when entering the province. But Espino asked tourists to check their destinations as some local…

Living with the virus

Chua: The economy needs the young up and about

It is often said—quoting national hero Jose Rizal—that the youth is the hope of the nation. In these difficult times, the country’s recovery from the pandemic-induced recession might as well depend on the young moving about, going shopping and dining out with their families. The country’s chief economist, Acting Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Karl Kendrick Chua,…