Countdown to 2025 CICEE This May, the global construction machinery spotlight will once again shine on Changsha, China. As the 4th Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition (2025 CICEE) enters its countdown, the city—known as the “Capital of Construction Machinery”—is fully primed to welcome the world. Spanning 300,000 square meters, the exhibition will host 1,650 Chinese […]

Philippine government officials and executives from Japan’s Mitsubishi Corporation broke ground on a major power substation for the Metro Manila Subway on May 5, marking a critical step in the delayed infrastructure project. Transportation Secretary Vivencio “Vince” Dizon, Valenzuela City Mayor Weslie “Wes” Gatchalian, and Mitsubishi representatives led the ceremony for the Bulk Supply Substation […]

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged over the weekend that the country’s first subway system will begin operations before he leaves office in 2028. Marcos made the announcement during a political gathering in Batangas province, presenting the long-delayed Metro Manila Subway as a symbol of progress and modernization. “Bago po ako matatapos bilang Pangulo, magkakaroon na […]

Philippine roads are in the grip of a national safety crisis, transport advocate and Angkasangga Party-list nominee George Royeca said on Tuesday, calling for sweeping reforms to protect commuters and frontline transport workers. Speaking at the Pandesal Forum, Royeca cited recent fatal crashes—including a multi-vehicle collision along the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) and an accident at […]

From May 15 to 18, the Changsha International Convention and Exhibition Center in Hunan will host the 2025 Changsha International Construction Machinery Expo, a major event for the global construction machinery industry. Also known as the Changsha International Construction Equipment Expo, CICEE refers to the same event, with “machinery” highlighting the heavy-duty machines on display […]

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is leading this year’s National Heritage Month (NHM) with a renewed focus on community engagement, sustainability, and the digitization of cultural records. Anchored on the theme “Preserving Legacies, Building Futures: Empowering Communities through Heritage,” the celebration highlights heritage not as a relic of the past but […]

The first electric jeepney (e-jeepney) assembled in the Philippines has rolled off the production line following the inauguration of a new manufacturing plant by the LCS Group of Companies and its South Korean partner, Electric Mobility ON (Emon), a firm led by Korean automotive experts. The factory, located in the Lima Technology Center Special Economic […]

The Philippines is rapidly losing ground in the race to attract Chinese tourists, trailing behind regional neighbors like Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore. According to a recent Dragon Trail International survey, less than 1% of Chinese travelers planning overseas trips in 2025 expressed interest in visiting the country—placing it alongside far-flung destinations like Denmark and Canada. […]

The Subdivision and Housing Developers Association (SHDA) is celebrating its 55th anniversary with a renewed call for systemic housing reform, as the Philippines confronts a growing backlog of more than 6.5 million units. The milestone event, set for May 20, 2025, at Marquis Events Place in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, underscores the association’s continued relevance […]

After three successful editions, the Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition (CICEE) has evolved into a premier global industry event. It integrates international forums, global competitions, cutting-edge technology exchanges, and showcases the latest achievements of enterprises worldwide. The 2025 CICEE will be held from May 15 to 18, 2025, at the Changsha International Convention and Exhibition […]