Even major fertiliser producers such as those in the Middle East, along with China, Indonesia and Malaysia, have adopted similar measures to enhance the competitiveness of their domestic industries.

The survey, covering around 400 companies, showed the Philippines’ Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 48.3 from 51.3 in March, dropping below the 50-point threshold that separates growth from contraction.

Supply disruptions tied to Middle East tensions have pushed fuel prices sharply higher, with physical premiums reaching as much as 39.6 USD per barrel, ACV said.

Hidden among layers of mist-covered mountain ranges of Lai Chau province, Nam Luc waterfall appears like a white silk ribbon stretching across the mountains. It is a new and attractive destination for visitors who love exploring the natural beauty of the north-western highlands.

Seventy-two years after the Dien Bien Phu Victory, its legacy still reverberates. The unity, self-reliance, and resilience forged in that historic triumph remain a powerful internal engine, now propelling Dien Bien toward fast and sustainable development.

With production organised through tightly linked value chains and strict compliance with quality standards, farm produce is securing stable outlets while gaining higher value, opening up sustainable growth pathways for farmers.

The ongoing eruption of Mayon volcano is triggering a severe environmental and humanitarian crisis in the Bicol region, as ashfall and volcanic gases spread widely, affecting more than 100,000 people.

In 2025 alone, the value of capital contributions and share purchases soared 54.8%, signaling that foreign players are scaling up and digging deeper into the domestic market, a powerful “vote of confidence” in the investment climate and policy framework.

The surge in stockpiling in Malaysia has come at a cost for both businesses and consumers. Input cost inflation climbed to a 45-month high as energy and raw material prices spiked.

The upcoming visit to Sri Lanka by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam not only reaffirms Vietnam’s commitment to strengthening relations with Sri Lanka but also signals both countries’ determination to elevate their traditional friendship into a partnership focused on development and shared prosperity.

The opening ceremony featured vibrant performances, including a traditional lion dance and musical showcases with the monochord (dan bau) and T’rung bamboo instrument, offering visitors an immersive introduction to Vietnamese culture. The festive atmosphere was further enhanced as lion dance troupes paraded through the Vietnamese exhibition area.

Vietnam’s fertility has dropped below replacement in recent years, from 2.11 children per woman in 2021 to 1.91 in 2024 and 1.93 in 2025, especially in major cities and more developed regions, prompting the need for coordinated measures to encourage childbirth.