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Beyond its dominance in the tricycle segment, Kawasaki Philippines also delivered a strong overall performance in 2025, recording 15.7% year-on-year growth in total motorcycle sales, exceeding the industry’s overall growth rate. This performance marked the strongest growth among major Japanese motorcycle brands in the local market, reflecting demand across both its Regular Bikes and Leisure Bikes categories.
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Schneider Electric’s Cavite Smart Factory is the first manufacturing site in a Luzon economic zone and the first Schneider Electric factory in East Asia to operate on 100% renewable energy.
The transition was made possible through partnerships with Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Cavite Economic Zone (CEZ), Meralco Ecozone Power (MEP), Independent Electricity Market Operator of the Philippines (IEMOP), and ACEN Renewable Energy Solutions (ACEN RES).
The Cavite facility, a key hub in Schneider Electric’s East Asia supply chain supporting 1,300 employees, now serves as a model for sustainable, smart manufacturing.
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A heartbeat is something we often take for granted—until it stops.
In the Philippines, heart disease remains the leading cause of death. Studies show that most cardiac arrests occur at home and in the presence of a family member. These are moments when loved ones are closest—yet often feel powerless simply because they have never been trained to respond.
In many cases of sudden cardiac arrest, survival does not depend on hospitals or doctors alone. It depends on the person standing nearest—the bystander who knows what to do and understands that even two hands can mean the difference between life and death.
The hidden cost of not getting your eyes checked
Filipinos are really meticulous when it comes to spending. We compare prices, check promos, and even haggle over small purchases at the wet market. But when it comes to our eyesight—the very sense that helps us navigate traffic, read messages from our loved ones, or enjoy our favorite coffee on a lazy weekend—we tend to be surprisingly casual.
If you can still read your phone or recognize people across the room, it is easy to assume your vision is “good enough.” But eyesight does not always fail dramatically. More often, it fades subtly, weaving small inconveniences into everyday life until we accept them as normal.
Market Positioning and Development Context
The Philippines is an increasingly important market for GAC Group in Southeast Asia. In response to the growing demand for intelligent mobility, hybrid, and electric vehicle technologies, GAC Group—through GAC International Philippines—is placing greater strategic emphasis on the Philippine market by further strengthening its local presence, enhancing organizational capabilities, improving operational efficiency, and elevating customer service delivery.
VinFast continues to strengthen its presence in the Philippine market after turning over 500 electric vehicles to accelerate Xentro Motors’ deployment of EV-powered ride-hailing fleet. This milestone is part of VinFast’s broader plan to supply up to 1,000 VF e34 units to support Xentro’s expanding electric ride-hailing operations in Metro Manila. Reinforcing its commitment to advancing clean, accessible mobility solutions in the country, the Vietnam-born BEV automaker is also expanding its footprint in the corporate fleet sector, partnering with a growing number of Philippine companies seeking reliable, cost-efficient, and sustainable transport solutions.
Salil Chari, previously senior vice president of Marketing and Customer Experience APAC, FedEx, assumed his new role on January 1, 2026. He succeeds Kawal Preet, who has transitioned to a new role as executive vice president (EVP), Planning, Engineering, and Transformation.
As regional president, Chari is responsible for the shaping strategic direction of the business and leading a team of nearly 30,000 across APAC to drive profitable growth, deliver outstanding customer experiences, and advance operational excellence throughout the region.
“I am excited to welcome Salil as the new president of Asia Pacific, marking an exciting new chapter for our APAC business,” said Richard W. Smith, chief operating officer, international and chief executive officer, airline, FedEx. “Salil brings exceptional multi-regional leadership experience and a passion for delivering value to customers. With his deep understanding of the region, I am confident he will lead our APAC business to new heights and reinforce the region’s importance to our global growth. Thanks to Kawal for her exceptional leadership; she will continue to advance our global transformation efforts.”
