Biodiversity
New-to-science fish species discovered in the Philippines
During a survey for freshwater fish diversity, scientists discovered two new species of goby fish. But there are concerns they could now become extinct.
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Philippines
Philippines
Affordability and sustainability: Why do people really buy secondhand goods?
In a survey by online marketplace Carousell, 92 per cent of respondents from the Philippines said they bought secondhand items, because of affordability.
Plastics and the Environment
A Filipino company is turning plastic waste into building materials
'The Plastic Flamingo' is a group of recyclers in the Philippines who turn items of plastic waste into building materials to help reduce pollution.
Sustainable Development
How this island in the Philippines is tackling COVID-19
The World Bank's Mindanao Trust Fund-Reconstruction and Development Project delivers support to some of the poorest areas of Mindanao, in the Philippines.
Migration
How COVID-19 has affected international labour migration – and the path to enduring reintegration
With migrant remittances and employment devastated by COVID, migrant workers need greater economic and social protections. Here's how governments can help.
Philippines
'Are we going to swing to fascism?' Meet the journalist fighting for press freedom in the Philippines
Maria Ressa is on bail after being found guilty of cyber-libel in the Philippines. She spoke to the World Economic Forum about press freedom and the threat of misinformation.
Climate Change
As sea engulfs coastline, Indonesians pay high price to shield homes
From using windows as doors to being able to swim in the living room, citizens of Java are struggling to protect their homes for increased flooding year after year.
Workforce and Employment
The Philippines looks for ways to boost the number of women in jobs
In the family-oriented Philippines, women often quit work after getting married or having children. Just 46% are in paid employment.
Philippines
People can swap plastic waste for rice in this Philippines community
Realizing the economic potential of trash has dual benefits in a country that has high rates of poverty and is one of the world’s biggest contributors to ocean plastic pollution.
Philippines
In the Philippines, students now have to plant 10 trees before they graduate
The new bill would allow students to plant their trees in a number of different places, including reserves, mangroves, cities and indigenous territory.
Philippines
A peace deal to end a decades-long conflict in Southeast Asia is under threat. Here’s how it can be saved
The Philippines government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front have pledged to bring an end to violence. But a fragile regional peace is now under threat, warns Michael Hart, of IISS
Future of the Environment
This Philippine resort city has chosen a 'morally correct' low-carbon path
When Theresa Walgraeve and her husband set up their 15-room resort in Puerto Princesa, a city on the Philippine island of Palawan, they worried about mosquitoes and monsoon damp - and the...
Entrepreneurship
Asia's young entrepreneurs need help with the hustle
The region's youth are reaching working age faster than their countries can create jobs for them – threatening the strong growth of the recent past.
Energy
We’re getting closer to completing the energy transition
Meeting the world's 21st-century energy needs means ensuring universal access, mitigating climate change and cleaning up air pollution.
United States
The geopolitical landscape of Asia Pacific is changing dramatically. Here’s how
Complex pressures are challenging many traditional alliances in the region.
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