Metro Manila.
metropolitan area and region of the Philippines
- Reports this week
- 11
- Active events
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- Connections
- 317
What's happening
Active this week
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Graduates from Adamson University and Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology supply design talent to industry in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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SMDC is expanding its homebuyer outreach efforts originating from Metro Manila.Some support2 reports
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Manila's economic output and sector growth are being driven by the Mayor's framework in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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PasaHero platform is expanding its presence across Metro Manila and offering rewards at Pickup Coffee.Some support1 report
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Manila Water is strengthening water reliability in Metro Manila by adding alternative supply to Angat Dam amidst El Niño threats.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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SM Retail deployed scholars across its stores in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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Excess supply in the market is forcing strategic shifts for businesses operating in Metro Manila, including Ayala Land.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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GLOBE conducted quality-of-service tests across Metro Manila on October 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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Chef-restaurateur Gonzalez has established restaurants in Cavite and Metro Manila, Philippines.Some support1 report
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A new expressway has been completed, improving access to Metro Manila, Quezon City, and Makati.Some support4 reports
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SWS surveys from 2021 tracked rising hunger rates in Luzon and Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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DSWD launches filtration systems in Metro Manila while DENR promotes drought and nature-based solutions in Batanes.Some support1 report
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DPWH announced a comprehensive flood control strategy, expanding efforts to Metro Manila, Cebu, Pampanga, and Bulacan.Some support1 report
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Arca South is located in southern Metro Manila.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Wage orders in Calabarzon follow Central Visayas adjustments, with Calabarzon's top rate lagging Metro Manila's baseline.Some support1 report
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Northern Samar depends on diesel plants, while the Visayas region relies on power imports from Luzon and Mindanao.Some support1 report
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Commuters in Metro Manila are currently facing variable conditions.Well supported3 reports
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S&P Global Ratings reports elevated condominium inventories and declining pre-sales for Ayala Land in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) oversees daily operations across Metro Manila.Well supported8 reports8 developments inside
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LPC analyzes the Metro Manila real estate market.Some support2 reports
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Metro Manila is hosting the ASEAN Summit and related high-level meetings.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DPWH plans to widen drainage inlets in Metro Manila.Some support3 reports
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Budget cuts are affecting local health services as 2027 budget allocations are discussed in Metro Manila.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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LTFRB enforces operational caps within the jurisdiction of Metro Manila.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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LTFRB approved fare increases for public utilities in Metro Manila, driven by regional conflict and rising global oil prices.Some support1 report
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The new event outlines the status of major business districts in Metro Manila, including Makati, Bonifacio Global City, and Ortigas Center.Well supported5 reports8 developments inside
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An unnamed company is reported to be operating within the country of the Philippines, specifically mentioning Metro Manila.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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The Pasig River is described as being key to the development and life of Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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PAGASA issued heavy rainfall warnings and expected thunderstorms due to monsoon across Luzon and Metro Manila.Well supported13 reports2 developments inside
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MG Motor Philippines is bringing its vehicle lineup to Filipino motorists and expanding its tour reach to central Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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Based on a survey by Social Weather Stations, Mindanao registered positive economic optimism while Metro Manila registered negative economic optimism.Some support1 report
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Multiple LGUs across Metro Manila and surrounding provinces were affected by weather impacts on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A Love Bus program is operating in urban corridors, utilizing a PITX hub to connect Metro Manila, Cavite, and Batangas, with DSWD oversight.Some support1 report
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The minimum wage hike order for private sector workers in Metro Manila is currently under review.Some support1 report2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Job fairs were held in the capital region, involving Metro Manila and SM Hypermarket, on September 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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Metro Manila and Quezon City are adopting Japanese tunneling methods for a new subway line connecting through the area.Some support2 reports
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High land prices are affecting market viability in Ortigas Center and Makati within Metro Manila.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Flooding and a surge in leptospirosis cases are reported across multiple regions of the Philippines.Some support1 report
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A trade fair is underway, successfully connecting regional producers from Metro Manila and Cagayan Valley to major markets.Some support1 report
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Dedicated buses are being introduced through a partnership to enhance mobility in key corridors of Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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The political conflict involving the office of the Speaker is a specific development within the broader context of projects in Manila concerning Romualdez.Some support1 report1 development inside
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President Marcos Jr. ordered the DPWH to revisit the spillway project for flood control in Metro Manila.Some support1 report1 development inside
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LRT extension connects Metro Manila, Cavite, Villars, and Las Piñas, with land donated for the LRT-1 station construction.Some support1 report
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The Atlantic Institute supported a documentary focusing on Metro Manila and Bulacan in the Philippines.Some support2 reports
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Pasig requested assistance for the C5 sidewalk project, which involves infrastructure upgrades across the metropolitan area using facilities in Tondo.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Supreme Court overturned a Sandiganbayan conviction involving Imelda Marcos, noting her past role in Metro Manila and financial interests in Swiss foundations.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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Globe AT HOME and Grab are expanding their services, including the GFiber Prepaid model, across Cebu, Metro Manila, and Davao.Some support1 report
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Pasig is a city located within Metro Manila, which is a region of the Philippines.Some support1 report
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An observation made on July 1st regarding the need for sustainable urban development in major global centers.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Leaders have been urged to consider economic strategies that look beyond the confines of traditional growth hubs.Some support1 report
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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is monitoring flooding and river levels in the Marikina River.Some support3 reports6 developments inside
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Flooding affects Bulacan, Pampanga, Metro Manila, and Bataan, prompting a proposal for a new national water agency.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Marcos administration projects tax revenues and minimum wages in Metro Manila to support consumption and stimulate economic growth in the Philippines.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Labor board determines the minimum wages for workers in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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DSWD expands resources for areas affected by flooding in Metro Manila.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DSWD is implementing programs in Metro Manila.Some support2 reports
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The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board approved 7,500 new TNVS slots exclusively for electric vehicles in Metro Manila.Some support1 report
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Global warming is causing widespread flooding affecting Luzon, Bataan, Metro Manila, and Bulacan provinces in the Philippines.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Honda provides customer support in the affected region of Metro Manila and Luzon following the disaster.Some support1 report
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The worsening of flooding in Metro Manila is linked to budgetary issues and flood control projects under both the Marcos and Duterte administrations.Well supported4 reports
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What's reaching Metro Manila
Events traced to Metro Manila, step by step, newest first- Metro Manila may face water shortages amid super El Niño warningsMetro Manila faces water shortages as government distributes filtration kits amid El Niño warningsLikely
- Iloilo City's business award may draw investment from Metro ManilaIloilo City's business award may shift corporate investment demand away from Metro ManilaPossible
- Metro retail's new home concept may reshape Metro Manila's consumer marketMetro Retail's new home concept may reshape Metro Manila's consumer marketPossible
- Flood wall collapse may increase inundation risk for Metro ManilaFlood wall collapse may increase inundation risk for Metro ManilaPossible
- Metro Manila may see improved transport links from new rail projectImproved rail connectivity could ease commutes and boost logistics in Metro Manila.Possible
- Bulacan flood control efforts may reduce hydrological risk for Metro ManilaBulacan flood control efforts may reduce hydrological risk for Metro ManilaPossible
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- San Mateo road completion may ease traffic and boost Metro Manila logisticsSan Mateo road completion may ease traffic and boost Metro Manila logisticsLikely
- Clark hub development may shift economic competition from Metro ManilaClark hub development may alter Metro Manila's competitive market dynamicsPossible
- Metro Manila businesses may face increased SSS compliance burdensMetro Manila businesses may face increased compliance burdens from SSS crackdownPossible
- New labor policy decisions may influence Metro Manila's industrial relationsLabor policy decisions made in Manila could influence Metro Manila's industrial relations.Possible
- New Manila business center may boost Metro Manila's economyNew business center in Manila may boost Metro Manila's regional economyPossible
- Metro Manila may need to integrate nature-based solutions into planningMetro Manila may face new requirements to integrate nature-based solutions into urban planningPossible
Around Metro Manila this week
News at the entities that move Metro Manila most-
Manila StructuralA change of command ceremony was held in Manila, confirming the Philippine Coast Guard's operational focus in the Philippines.Moves Metro Manila
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Metropolitan Manila Development Authority StructuralLawmaker Toby Tiangco voted against the national budget and sought disclosure of Department of Public Works projects.Moves Metro Manila
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Valenzuela StructuralValenzuela held an award ceremony in Manila, led by city government head Wes Gatchalian.Moves Metro Manila
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PAGASA OperationalThe province prepares for El Niño warnings and builds facilities in Aloguinsan, Cebu.Moves Metro Manila
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Farmers in Albay appealed to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for assistance.
Moves Metro Manila
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Vince Dizon StructuralVince Dizon sought funds on October 1, 2026, for the completion of a road in San Mateo.Moves Metro Manila
Connections
The 40 strongest of 317, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Las Piñas Structural
Las Piñas is an administrative city formally included within the larger geographic area of Metro Manila.
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Manila Structural
Metro Manila is the larger metropolitan area that formally incorporates the city of Manila as its administrative and core center.
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Metropolitan Manila Development Authority Structural
MMDA is the mandated government agency responsible for overseeing and managing infrastructure, operations, and crisis response within the geographical boundaries of Metro Manila.
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Valenzuela Structural
Valenzuela is administratively included within the larger Metro Manila area.
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Magat Dam Structural
Metro Manila relies on the Magat Dam as a critical component of its water supply infrastructure, which is necessary for its continued function.
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Angat Dam Structural
Angat Dam serves as the primary raw water source, supplying over 90 percent of Metro Manila's potable water needs.
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PAGASA Operational
PAGASA issues weather warnings and forecasts that directly influence the conditions and status of Metro Manila.
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DENR formally regulates, manages, and assesses environmental impacts on development within Metro Manila.
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Department of Energy Structural
The Department of Energy regulates energy supply and prices, directly impacting the operational costs and infrastructure of Metro Manila.
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Cavite Structural
Functional integration exists where Cavite is considered an essential, interconnected component of the larger Metro Manila functional area.
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Philippine National Police Operational
The Philippine National Police actively conducts law enforcement and security operations within Metro Manila.
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National Capital Region Structural
Metro Manila is formally defined as a component within the National Capital Region.
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Francis Tolentino Operational
Francis Tolentino actively implements and defends policy decisions, such as minimum wage hikes and disaster response, within Metro Manila.
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Cagayan Valley Transactional
Functional dependence established as A's services are replaced by B, while shared health risks link both regions.
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LTFRB enforces transport regulations and manages operations within the jurisdiction of Metro Manila.
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Navotas Structural
Navotas is administratively and geographically included within the functional boundaries of Metro Manila.
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Vince Dizon Structural
Vince Dizon's oversight and actions directly manage and improve critical infrastructure and services within Metro Manila.
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National Water Resources Board Structural
The National Water Resources Board controls and regulates water allocation and supply for Metro Manila.
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Bulacan Operational
Metro Manila and Bulacan are actively coupled through regional competition, shared environmental risks, and hydrological flow.
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Marikina River Structural
The urban area relies on the Marikina River basin management and flood control systems for risk mitigation and drainage.
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Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Operational
Metro Manila's economic indicators, such as wage and price changes, are monitored and influence the inflation assessment of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas.
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Congress Structural
Metro Manila's function and development are fundamentally dependent on the legislative and budgetary actions of Congress.
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Pasig Structural
Pasig's local court system exercises regulatory jurisdiction, issuing injunctions and challenging policies within Metro Manila.
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senate Structural
The Senate creates the legislative and regulatory framework that governs the economic and working conditions of Metro Manila.
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Iloilo Operational
Economic activity and real estate outreach are observed to be shifting from Metro Manila to Iloilo.
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Pampanga Operational
The two entities maintain a functional, strategic, and environmental interdependence, characterized by office transactions, competitive market dynamics, and shared infrastructure and weather risks.
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Henry Sy Structural
The business entity founded by Henry Sy operates within the geographical and market context of Metro Manila.
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Project NOAH Structural
Project NOAH requires operational retention systems within the context of Metro Manila.
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Home Development Mutual Fund Operational
HDMF's loan policies and provision of low-interest loans directly influence the housing market and buyer pool within Metro Manila.
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Department of Science and Technology Structural
The Department of Science and Technology provides expert advice and warnings regarding seismic vulnerability and potential earthquakes for the capital area of Metro Manila.
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The Council provides formal operational directives and risk management recommendations that govern activities within Metro Manila.
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MayMay Shared context
Tropical cyclone Maymay impacted Metro Manila, causing flooding in 2026.
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Pasig River Shared context
The Pasig River is a key geographical and functional feature within the context of Metro Manila's development and life.
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Bureau of Internal Revenue Structural
The Bureau of Internal Revenue operates within Metro Manila and exercises regulatory oversight over the area's tax proposals and economic activities.
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Presidential Communications Office Operational
The two entities are functionally linked through the coordination of government responses to major crises, specifically flooding and health issues.
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Department of Social Welfare and Development Operational
DSWD actively implements social welfare and resource programs within the geographical boundaries of Metro Manila.
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Palace Structural
The Palace issues governmental orders that dictate the operational status of Metro Manila.
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Batangas Operational
Economic activity involves buyers traveling from Metro Manila to Batangas.
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Public Works Operational
Public Works is responsible for executing flood control projects within Metro Manila, addressing critical city infrastructure issues.
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Manila Water Operational
Manila Water provides essential and reliable water services to the metropolitan area, operating within its defined service area.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
16 events- Graduates from Adamson University and Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology supply design talent to industry in Metro Manila.
- SMDC is expanding its homebuyer outreach efforts originating from Metro Manila.
- Manila's economic output and sector growth are being driven by the Mayor's framework in Metro Manila.
- PasaHero platform is expanding its presence across Metro Manila and offering rewards at Pickup Coffee.
- SM Retail deployed scholars across its stores in Metro Manila.
- GLOBE conducted quality-of-service tests across Metro Manila on October 15, 2026.
- Chef-restaurateur Gonzalez has established restaurants in Cavite and Metro Manila, Philippines.
- A new expressway has been completed, improving access to Metro Manila, Quezon City, and Makati.
- SWS surveys from 2021 tracked rising hunger rates in Luzon and Metro Manila.
- DSWD launches filtration systems in Metro Manila while DENR promotes drought and nature-based solutions in Batanes.
- DPWH announced a comprehensive flood control strategy, expanding efforts to Metro Manila, Cebu, Pampanga, and Bulacan.
- Arca South is located in southern Metro Manila.
- Wage orders in Calabarzon follow Central Visayas adjustments, with Calabarzon's top rate lagging Metro Manila's baseline.
- Northern Samar depends on diesel plants, while the Visayas region relies on power imports from Luzon and Mindanao.
- S&P Global Ratings reports elevated condominium inventories and declining pre-sales for Ayala Land in Metro Manila.
- LPC analyzes the Metro Manila real estate market.
September 2026
27 events- Metro Manila is hosting the ASEAN Summit and related high-level meetings.
- DPWH plans to widen drainage inlets in Metro Manila.
- Budget cuts are affecting local health services as 2027 budget allocations are discussed in Metro Manila.
- LTFRB approved fare increases for public utilities in Metro Manila, driven by regional conflict and rising global oil prices.
- The Pasig River is described as being key to the development and life of Metro Manila.
- MG Motor Philippines is bringing its vehicle lineup to Filipino motorists and expanding its tour reach to central Metro Manila.
- Based on a survey by Social Weather Stations, Mindanao registered positive economic optimism while Metro Manila registered negative economic optimism.
- Multiple LGUs across Metro Manila and surrounding provinces were affected by weather impacts on September 1, 2026.
- A Love Bus program is operating in urban corridors, utilizing a PITX hub to connect Metro Manila, Cavite, and Batangas, with DSWD oversight.
- Job fairs were held in the capital region, involving Metro Manila and SM Hypermarket, on September 17, 2026.
- Metro Manila and Quezon City are adopting Japanese tunneling methods for a new subway line connecting through the area.
- High land prices are affecting market viability in Ortigas Center and Makati within Metro Manila.
- Flooding and a surge in leptospirosis cases are reported across multiple regions of the Philippines.
- A trade fair is underway, successfully connecting regional producers from Metro Manila and Cagayan Valley to major markets.
- Dedicated buses are being introduced through a partnership to enhance mobility in key corridors of Metro Manila.
- The political conflict involving the office of the Speaker is a specific development within the broader context of projects in Manila concerning Romualdez.
- LRT extension connects Metro Manila, Cavite, Villars, and Las Piñas, with land donated for the LRT-1 station construction.
- The Atlantic Institute supported a documentary focusing on Metro Manila and Bulacan in the Philippines.
- Supreme Court overturned a Sandiganbayan conviction involving Imelda Marcos, noting her past role in Metro Manila and financial interests in Swiss foundations.
- Globe AT HOME and Grab are expanding their services, including the GFiber Prepaid model, across Cebu, Metro Manila, and Davao.
- Pasig is a city located within Metro Manila, which is a region of the Philippines.
- Leaders have been urged to consider economic strategies that look beyond the confines of traditional growth hubs.
- Flooding affects Bulacan, Pampanga, Metro Manila, and Bataan, prompting a proposal for a new national water agency.
- The Labor board determines the minimum wages for workers in Metro Manila.
- DSWD is implementing programs in Metro Manila.
- The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board approved 7,500 new TNVS slots exclusively for electric vehicles in Metro Manila.
- Honda provides customer support in the affected region of Metro Manila and Luzon following the disaster.
August 2026
11 events- Excess supply in the market is forcing strategic shifts for businesses operating in Metro Manila, including Ayala Land.
- LTFRB enforces operational caps within the jurisdiction of Metro Manila.
- An unnamed company is reported to be operating within the country of the Philippines, specifically mentioning Metro Manila.
- PAGASA issued heavy rainfall warnings and expected thunderstorms due to monsoon across Luzon and Metro Manila.
- The minimum wage hike order for private sector workers in Metro Manila is currently under review.
- President Marcos Jr. ordered the DPWH to revisit the spillway project for flood control in Metro Manila.
- The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is monitoring flooding and river levels in the Marikina River.
- Marcos administration projects tax revenues and minimum wages in Metro Manila to support consumption and stimulate economic growth in the Philippines.
- DSWD expands resources for areas affected by flooding in Metro Manila.
- Global warming is causing widespread flooding affecting Luzon, Bataan, Metro Manila, and Bulacan provinces in the Philippines.
- The worsening of flooding in Metro Manila is linked to budgetary issues and flood control projects under both the Marcos and Duterte administrations.
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July 2026
4 events- Commuters in Metro Manila are currently facing variable conditions.
- The new event outlines the status of major business districts in Metro Manila, including Makati, Bonifacio Global City, and Ortigas Center.
- Pasig requested assistance for the C5 sidewalk project, which involves infrastructure upgrades across the metropolitan area using facilities in Tondo.
- An observation made on July 1st regarding the need for sustainable urban development in major global centers.