Tai Yang 1 Power Inc. to develop 25-megawatt solar project at FAB

Tai Yang 1 Power Inc. to develop 25-megawatt solar project at FAB

Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) Administrator and CEO Hussein Pangandaman said the project supports the Authority’s direction to diversify energy generation as it continues to attract more industries and investments. The project will rise on a 27-hectare property and is among the largest renewable energy developments within the Freeport Area of Bataan […]

Balanga holds Kahanga-Hackaton 2025

Balanga holds Kahanga-Hackaton 2025

Balanga City mounted  its first-ever Kahanga-Hackaton 2025,  a two-day tech competition  of  creativity and  collaboration. The  event, held recently is in line with the vision of Mayor Raquel Garcia to make Balanga  a fully developed  Smart City. Hackathon is a collaborative event or competition where participants usually students, innovators, or professionals work  in teams to […]

Two Morong villages declared critical habitats for 'pawikan'

Two Morong villages declared critical habitats for ‘pawikan’

At least two coastal villages in Morong, Bataan are about to be declared critical habitats for endangered marine turtle or “pawikan.” In its recent social media post, the provincial government’s Environment and Natural Resources Office (ENRO) disclosed that the  Technical Working Group (TWG) met last Thursday at the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) […]

AFAB welcomes KettyBot

AFAB welcomes ‘KettyBot’

A new kind of assistant is now roaming the halls of the Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) — and it’s not human. Meet KettyBot, the Freeport’s first-ever service robot designed to greet guests, deliver materials, play cheerful tunes, and share the latest updates about the Freeport. Compact, friendly, and efficient, KettyBot represents […]

AFAB, Itinanghal na Industrial Zone of the Year sa Asia-Pacific

Kinilala ang Authority of the Freeport Area of Bataan (AFAB) bilang Industrial Zone of the Year – Asia-Pacific sa prestihiyosong Global Free Zones Awards 2025 na inorganisa ng fDi Intelligence, isang dibisyon ng Financial Times Group.   Ang naturang parangal ay taunang iginagawad sa mga free zones at industriyal na lugar sa buong mundo na […]

Japanese lawmaker Ayaka Shiomura visits Bagac, strengthens ties at Friendship Tower

A historic reaffirmation of Philippine-Japan friendship took place on Sunday, August 17, as Bagac Mayor Ron Del Rosario welcomed Japanese lawmaker Ayaka Shiomura, Member of the House of Councilors of Japan, at the iconic Japan-Philippines Friendship Tower. Mayor Del Rosario said Shiomura’s visit highlights the enduring historical and cultural ties between the two nations, symbolized […]

Rep. Roman seeks overhaul of disaster resilience strategy

Bataan First District Rep. Tony Roman III has urged Congress to adopt a stronger, climate-smart national disaster resilience plan that goes beyond relief distribution and focuses on long-term protection, preparedness, and infrastructure. In a privilege speech at the House of Representatives, Roman proposed an agenda that integrates flood control and climate adaptation measures at both […]

Japan vows to keep bond with Philippines

Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya said on Wednesday’s commemoration of the 83rd anniversary of “Araw ng Kagitingan” that Japan will strengthen the bond with Philippines under President Marcos. Kazuya said, today Japan and the Philippines has reached an unprecedented level of friendship and cooperation under the present leadership. “I’m deeply committed to exerting all my humble […]

Philippines and Japan explore Manila-Subic-Osaka shipping route to boost trade

Philippines and Japan explore Manila-Subic-Osaka shipping route to boost trade

The governments of the Philippines and Japan are contemplating the establishment of a Manila-Subic-Osaka shipping route, foreseeing a surge in trade and cargo volume. This initiative stems from collaborative efforts between the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) and the Port of Osaka, aimed at enhancing port-related business opportunities and leveraging the economic potential of both […]

BPSU, 6th most sustainable university in Philippines

Bataan Peninsula State University ranked 6th most sustainable university in the Philippines. Based on the article shared by BPSU Vice President for Research, Extension, Training Services Dr. Hermogenes Paguia, the result is from 2022 UI Greenmetric World University Rankings. It also ranked BPSU as the 567th most sustainable university in the world. BPSU performed better […]