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STANDOUTS from the Junior Philippine Golf Tour (JPGT) will stake their mettle against the country’s top touring pros in the International Container Terminal Services Inc. Valley Golf Challenge set Tuesday at the Valley Golf Club’s South course in Antipolo City.

Patrick Tambalque, Jakob Taruc, Kristoffer Nadales, Alexis Nailga and Armand Copok-who dominated the North vs South Ryder Cup-style Finals-now find themselves stepping onto a stage many young golfers only dream of.

Angelo Que headlines the P2-million event as the three-time Asian Tour winner targets not only a third leg victory in the season-ending leg of the 10-stage circuit but also his first-ever Order of Merit crown.

He’ll have his hands full against fellow leg winners Fidel Concepcion, Guido Van der Valk, Reymon Jaraula and Rupert Zaragosa, as well as the battle-tested Clyde Mondilla, Tony Lascuña, Jhonnel Ababa, Zanieboy Gialon and Michael Bibat.

For Tambalque, Taruc, Nadales, Nailga and Copok, sharing the fairways with elite competitors is less on chasing trophies but more on soaking up lessons they can’t get anywhere else-how the pros manage pressure, attack courses, recover from mistakes and maintain discipline across four grueling rounds.

The 72-hole championship organized by the Pilipinas Golf Tournaments Inc. is further strengthened by the entry of young stars Aidric Chan and Carl Corpus.

Sean Ramos and veteran Justin Quiban are also coming into the tournament fresh from a stint in Taiwan, with the final round being played Sunday.

THE fitness market is booming and one proof is the abundance of wearables that measure and study not just how many steps you take a day or what your pulse rate is but analyzes your menstrual cycle, sleep patterns, and stress levels.

I remember that 10 or 12 years ago, I would carry a pedometer in my pocket to measure the number of steps I took. Now, there are smart watches and smart rings for that purpose and these devices do more than just count steps.

If you’re not into smart watches and fitness trackers, some of which can be be big and bulky (and interfere with your sartorial choices), smart rings are small wearables that could work for those who want the benefits of a wearable without the bulk.

Like smart watches and fitness trackers, smart rings track sleep, steps, recovery, and stress levels. They’re comfortable to sleep with (I have slept with them on).

Wearable health technology company Ultrahuman recently launched its new Brushed Rose Gold finish for the Ultrahuman Ring AIR in the Philippines. It also rolled out the Cycle and Ovulation Pro feature, which claims to be the world’s most accurate cycle tracking system in a smart ring.

Ultrahuman is known for its subscription-free service. Thus, all insights and historical trends can be accessed by the user. You can get 15-percent off until November 23 at Digital Walker and Open Source stores nationwide, and online via Shopee and Lazada.

Brushed Rose Gold joins the Matte Black, Aster Black, Bionic Gold, and Space Silver finishes for the Ultrahuman Ring AIR range.

The Ultrahuman Ring AIR tracks health, wellness and fitness metrics like heart rate, skin temperature, activity, workouts, stress and more. It automatically detects naps, sleep and some exercises like outdoor walks. You can also manually start and stop workouts or breathing exercises through the app (which you can download on your phone). You can also log food and water intake.

It helps to monitor sleep quality, HRV, and resting heart rate to identify what’s disrupting rest at night (could be late-night snacks, watching television, scrolling your phone, or even the room’s temperature).

The Circadian Alignment PowerPlug helps schedule wind-down and wake-up routines while you can find the optimal caffeine window based on the body clock and recovery state. You can log beverages and get personal caffeine cut-off recommendations to protect and promote deep sleep.

Cycle and Ovulation Pro offers 90 percent accuracy for ovulation confirmation. Adapted from the OvuSense medical-grade algorithm, it helps women recognize subtle hormonal patterns and stay in tune with their bodies, even for non-textbook cycles. Cycle Flags highlight variations such as early or late ovulation and luteal-phase changes. There are also symptom and lifestyle tagging to reveal how mood, stress and sleep interact with hormonal shifts. Ultrahuman also provides broad compatibility across all cycle types so women, especially those with irregular patterns, get reliable insights for women with non-standard or irregular patterns.

The Ultrahuman Ring AIR promises 4-6 days of use. It’s a very interactive smart ring. Throughout the day, you’ll receive notifications to move, to stretch, and even to drink coffee. The ring is also light and comfortable so you can easily wear it to bed. The Ultrahuman Ring AIR is perfect for people who are into health and wellness as it is active and technical.

THE Varsitarian, the 97-year-old official student publication of the University of Santo Tomas, is now accepting entries from college- and university-level publications nationwide for the 11th UST National Campus Journalism Awards (UNCJA).

The decades-old campus journalism competition will recognize outstanding works in three categories: in-depth reporting, editorial writing, and feature writing. Entries may tackle campus, local, or national issues, elaborating on their relevance to the campus community.

Eligible ones are those published in print or posted online from March 5 to October 31, 2025. Print articles must be submitted in PDF format, while online stories that are screen-grabbed must be free of identifying marks and likewise converted into PDF.

Each campus publication may submit up to three entries per category.

Winning entries will receive a cash prize of P15,000 and a certificate.

The deadline for submission is on December 5, 2025.

Winners of the 11th UNCJA will be announced on January 14, 2026 during the 27th Inkblots: the Varsitarian’s annual fellowship of campus journalists.

Submissions from tertiary campus publications across the Philippines may be transmitted through bit.ly/11thUNCJA

HARNESSING Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies as well as the commemoration and the 50th Anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) will be among the highlights of the Philippines’ hosting of the 2026 Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit, according to President Ferdinand Marcos.

The chief executive made the announcement during the national launch of the country’s hosting of the Asean Summit next year at the Foro de Intramuros, Manila, last Friday.

With the theme of ‘Navigating Our Future, Together,’ Marcos said the Summit next year aims to come out with a unified position on the use of AI to address ‘evolving security challenges,’ disaster response, healthcare, education, youth empowerment, and enhancing businesses.

‘By promoting the safe, ethical, responsible, equitable and sustainable adoption of AI in all areas such as trade facilitation, digitalization and innovation, we aim to enhance regional competitiveness, support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and unlock new opportunities for inclusive and sustainable growth,’ Marcos said.

However, he said, ‘AI will not replace human touch,’ but only augment the capacity of workers.

During the Summit next year, the Philippines will also celebrate the 50th anniversary of the TAC, which, Marcos said, played a crucial role in fostering international cooperation and dialogue in the last five decades.

Through the commemoration, he hopes it will promote peace and stability through dialogue, adherence to international law, and enhanced cooperation on traditional and non-traditional security issues.

Under the Philippines’ chairmanship of Asean, Marcos said he is also making a breakthrough in finally ending the civil war in Myanmar. The armed conflict in the Southeast Asian country erupted following a military coup in 2021.

He appointed Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro as the Philippines’s Special Envoy of the Chair on Myanmar to facilitate the peaceful resolution of the conflict.

‘We are confident that she shall bring a constructive, principled, and inclusive approach to supporting the people of Myanmar, guided by her mandate and the Five-Point Consensus, as we work together towards peace, stability, and reconciliation,’ he said.

Marcos said conferences for the 2026 Asean Summit will be held in Manila, Cebu, Bohol, Boracay, Laoag, Iloilo, Tagaytay, and Clark to showcase the country’s diversity and culture.

‘Together, these venues tell the story of a nation that mirrors Asean itself-diverse yet united, traditional yet forward-looking, and increasingly future-ready through innovation and through technology,’ he said.

The unity, he said, will also be reflected in the Asean Philippines 2026 logo and stamp, which were also launched on Friday.

The new logo features an image of a rice stalk with grains representing the 11 members of Asean, a weave pattern to show their merging cultures, as well as a wave and balangay to reflect the theme of the Summit next year.

Prior to attending the launch of the 2026 Asean Summit, Marcos also met with world-renowned actor George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, an international human rights lawyer, in Malacañang to discuss how to strengthen press freedom and the potential of AI to broaden access to justice.

AS part of the 917 GDay 2025 celebrations, Globe Business turned the spotlight on Filipino entrepreneurs whose businesses prove that passion and purpose can go hand in hand. The first-ever G Fair Awards honored local SME partners not only for what they sell, but for the values they stand for: innovation, community and sustainability.

‘Through G Fair, we see how small businesses bring innovation, heart, and resilience to every challenge,’ said Yoly Crisanto, Globe chief sustainability and corporate communications officer. ‘The winners remind us that success is not just about growth, but about the impact you create for people and the planet.’

KD Dizon, head of Globe Business, added: ‘These entrepreneurs embody the courage to innovate and the commitment to do better. Their success inspires others to scale their business and amplify their positive impact in the communities they serve.’

For two days, G Fair served as a dynamic platform for local businesses. It transformed into a stage where stories of grit and creativity came to life, offering inspiration to entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners alike.

Brewing passion into progress

THE Breakthrough Award went to H Proper Coffee Roasters, a specialty coffee roastery born from one man’s search for the perfect cup. What started as a personal passion project is now a growing business where every detail, from sourcing green beans at origin to perfecting roast profiles, carries the founder’s uncompromising standards. Judges recognized H Proper not only for its craft, but also for demonstrating that when entrepreneurs pour themselves fully into their work, they can carve out a distinct place in a competitive industry.

Winning hearts through authentic craft

THE People’s Choice Award was given to The Good Poison, a premium iced tea brand that has captured the public’s imagination in less than a year since launch. Crafted with real brewed tea and fresh fruit, every bottle speaks of mindful sourcing and a dedication to quality. Consumers’ votes showed that when a product is rooted in authenticity, customers respond with loyalty and trust.

Lighting the way for sustainable practices

THE Sustainability Champion Award was awarded to Lumi Candles PH, a homegrown brand that has turned a small hobby into a movement. Known for its soy candles and refillable home essentials, Lumi doesn’t just sell décor, it advocates for responsible consumption. Its booth at G Fair demonstrated waste-reduction practices, while its ongoing support for non-profit organizations shows that businesses of any scale can spark social change. Globe recognized Lumi for championing sustainability across both their digital presence and on-ground activation, based on their reduced environmental impact, ethical and responsible business practices, and long-term commitment to sustainability.

By celebrating these awardees, Globe underscores its commitment to nurturing SMEs as catalysts of inclusive and sustainable growth. G Fair is an invitation for entrepreneurs to share their stories, for customers to support local businesses, and for communities to thrive together.

THE Department of Education (DepEd) has called for full and sustained funding to ensure recovery in learners’ literacy.

This is in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to sustain quality education in the country.

In a statement, DepEd said it is prioritizing ‘foundational learning and literacy recovery’ as it aligns resources and streamlines its functions.

‘The Department of Education is calling for the full and sustained funding of all education mandates to address the country’s literacy challenges and give every learner a fair and equal chance to succeed,’ it said.

The department assured continuous collaboration with other government agencies and stakeholders to secure the desired turnout in the government’s investment in the education sector.

Among the ongoing reforms are the revised and streamlined Kinder to Grade 10 or K-10 and senior high school curriculum, training for public school teachers, the DepEd Principals Academy, as well as the hiring and deployment of administrative officers to help reduce teachers’ workload.

Apart from these, the DepEd has also expanded classroom-building construction along with textbook procurement, and strengthened the integration of education technology.

IT started on one of those days when Manila couldn’t make up its mind.

The sky looked innocent enough that morning, so I left home without an umbrella. But by lunchtime, the city was drenched, traffic froze, and I was running between puddles to catch a ride. Since I was commuting, I had my iPhone buried somewhere deep in my bag. I’d already learned the hard way that juggling two phones on the crowded MRT is a recipe for regret.

That was the day I truly appreciated the importance of having a reliable wingman-a phone you don’t worry about when things get messy, a device that simply works without demanding attention. I had just received the Nubia Air a few days prior and it slid into that role with ease. It’s slim enough to disappear into a jacket pocket, yet sturdy enough to survive the chaos of a sudden downpour or the unpredictability of travel.

BORN SOLID, BUILT SLIM

BEFORE we get too deep into our review, let’s get the obvious out of the way. Nubia’s newest pair-the Nubia V80 Design and Nubia Air, introduced during the recent Nubia VibeFest- clearly take cues from Apple’s playbook. The resemblance to the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone Air is hard to miss, but Nubia manages to deliver a similar sleek, premium aesthetic at only a fraction of Cupertino’s asking price.

For the Nubia Air, thinness is the whole statement. At 5.9 mm, it’s one of the slimmest smartphones you can hold today, and at just 172 grams, it feels as light as its name suggests. That airy feel doesn’t come at the expense of structure. It’s built around a high-strength aluminum alloy material reinforced at all four corners, topped with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, which offers up to twice the drop and scratch resistance of previous generations.

The result is a device that looks effortlessly sleek but is engineered for real-world resilience. Nubia even went as far as subjecting it to rigorous lab testing which includes 600,000 cycles of touchscreen durability testing, 6,000 continuous drop tests, 600 repeated rolling-drop tests, and 5 full rounds of free-fall testing, so you don’t have to worry about accidental bumps and drops.

This ultra-slim frame isn’t just fragile but also built for the Philippines ever-changing weather moods as it has IP69K, IP69, and IP68 certifications-protection from dust, immersion, and even high-pressure water jets.

It’s available in Titanium Black and Titanium Desert-and for once, I actually prefer the understated black unit I’ve been using.

BRIGHT, SHARP AND SMOOTH

THE Nubia Air greets you with a 6.78-inch 1.5K AMOLED display (1224 × 2720) that immediately draws the eye. It delivers crisp detail, deep contrast and vibrant color accuracy through its 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and 440 ppi pixel density. With a 120 Hz refresh rate, every scroll and animation feels smooth and effortless-whether you’re browsing, gaming, or even just flipping through photos.

Brightness peaks at an impressive 4,500 nits, ensuring visibility even under direct sunlight, while the cinematic color reproduction makes it ideal for streaming and binge-watching sessions. The display feels as premium as it looks-balanced, responsive, and easy on the eyes during long use.

Nubia calls this design philosophy ‘light on the hand, strong in the world.’ You get that minimalist, high-end aesthetic often seen in pricier flagships, but in a phone that’s physically lighter and far more accessible. Adding to that premium feel is an under-display fingerprint sensor-a feature not often seen at this price point. It blends seamlessly into the AMOLED panel, unlocking quickly and reliably with just a single touch.

Audio receives the same attention to detail. The Nubia Air features HiFi-grade sound powered by a HiFi 4 DSP and a high-performance audio codec, producing cleaner tones and minimizing distortion. It also supports DTS audio, giving your music, videos, and games a wider, more immersive soundstage-even through its single bottom-firing speaker, which performs surprisingly well for its class.

For communication, the phone employs dual-mic AI noise cancellation, AI echo cancellation 3.0, and AI voice enhancement, all working together to reduce background noise and preserve vocal clarity. Calls and voice recordings remain consistently clear, even in busy or outdoor environments.

STEADY AND READY FOR EVERYDAY USE

UNDER the hood, the Nubia Air runs on the Unisoc T8300 5G octa-core processor built on a 6 nm process, featuring two Cortex-A78 cores at 2.2 GHz for performance and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz for efficiency. It’s paired with 8 GB of physical RAM, expandable up to 20 GB through virtual memory, and 256 GB of internal storage.

For daily use, the Nubia Air handles what most people do-messaging, social media, streaming, and navigation-with confidence. Its AI Performance Engine automatically manages power and memory, closing idle apps and adjusting workloads to keep things running efficiently.

That said, if you’ve spent time with a midrange or flagship device, you’ll notice a difference. App

launches take a heartbeat longer, and switching between heavier apps feels a bit more deliberate. It’s not sluggish, just measured-more worker than sprinter. You can’t help but wish Nubia had gone with a slightly faster processor to match the polish of its design. The Nubia Air isn’t built for heavy gaming. It can handle most titles at default settings without issue, but if you’re after a device that can sustain longer, more intensive sessions, you’re better off looking at the Nubia Neo series which I also reviewed a few months ago.

Still, that restraint pays off in endurance. Thanks to the 5,000 mAh battery, the phone easily lasts through a full day of regular use, and the 33W fast charging brings it back to full in about 90 minutes. The AI Power-Saving system stretches battery life even further without slowing performance. Add dependable 5G connectivity to the mix, and you have a phone that keeps pace with real life.

MADE FOR THE MOMENT

NUBIA equipped the Air with a 50 MP auto-focus main camera, a 2MP depth camera, an AI lens and a 20MP front camera. Both front and rear lenses benefit from AI-enhanced imaging, which adjusts color balance and exposure automatically.

For everyday use, it’s dependable. In proper lighting, photos look clean and balanced, with natural tones and good detail retention. Indoors or in low light, it tends to smooth out textures-but nothing a little editing can’t fix. It’s not a ‘wow’ camera, but with steady hands and a bit of framing, it delivers more than enough for your feed.

One useful tip: check if Dynamic Image is turned off in the camera settings. This is Nubia’s version of Live Photo and leaving it on can slow down image processing by a few seconds after you hit the shutter. With it disabled, the shutter feels snappier, especially when taking multiple shots in quick succession.

For video, the Nubia Air records video up to 1080p at 30fps, making it ideal for quick clips, B-roll, and Reels or Stories. Built-in Video Anti-Shake helps stabilize handheld footage, while AI Sport Snapshot keeps moving subjects in focus. It’s a solid content companion, not cinematic, but reliable when you need to capture and post fast.

One consistent gripe I’ve had with Nubia phones is the lack of a native gallery app. The Nubia Air relies on Google Photos by default, which means that even with its built-in AI editing tools, you’re limited to what Google’s app allows.

It’s not a dealbreaker-you can easily download a third-party gallery from the Play Store-but having a dedicated Nubia app would’ve made the experience feel more complete and cohesive.

Speaking of AI, Nubia integrates a few like AI Translate, AI Real-time Translate, and AI Conversation Translate, which handle both in-call and face-to-face translations in real time.

FINAL WORD: A wingman, by definition, is someone who’s got your back-the one who steps in when things get unpredictable and helps you stay on track. That’s exactly what the Nubia Air is built to be.

It’s gorgeous, light, dependable, and ready whenever you need it. The performance is steady, the camera reliable, and the build surprisingly tough for something this slim. With a special price of ?10,999, the Nubia Air delivers the essentials-premium looks, durable construction, and everyday consistency without the flagship fuss. It’s something you can whip out anywhere with less fear and anxiety.

It doesn’t try to compete or outshine your main device; instead, it earns its place beside it-the kind of phone that quietly proves its worth, one dependable day at a time.

THE Office of the Ombudsman on Saturday said the revelations of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co in his series of video statements ‘cannot stand alone in court law’ unless he returns and goes through proper legal procedures.

The Ombudsman issued the statement after Co posted the second part of his ‘tell-all’ video on his official Facebook page, where he also challenged Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla to investigate President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, whom he claimed benefited from the alleged P100 billion insertion in the 2025 budget.

Co also confirmed the statement made by his ex-aide, former Marine officer Orly Guteza, before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee about delivering cash in kickbacks to Malacañang and the residence of Romualdez in Forbes Park.

The former solon, who left for the United States last July, also claimed that Marcos received P25 billion, representing 25 percent in ‘SOP’ kickbacks from the P100 billion in insertions.

He said it was the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) that told him that, based on standard operating procedure (SOP), a 25 percent commission is being given to the President.

In the said video, Co showed photos of several luggage items purportedly containing cash intended for Marcos and Romualdez.

Co also challenged Remulla to investigate Romualdez, but at the same time expressed doubts that the former would do so.

He noted that the two officials are friends and fraternity brothers at the University of the Philippines Upsilon Sigma Phi.

Co then called on the Senate to conduct its own probe in order to ferret out the truth about the 2025 budget insertions, which have been tagged as the ‘most corrupt’ budget enacted in Philippine history.

‘Pero magaling ang Senado sa imbestigasyon. At ako ay naniniwala na dahil sa kanila, lalabas ang katotohanan (But, the Senate is good at investigation. I believe that they can bring out the truth),’ Co said.

The Ombudsman, in a statement, urged Co to return to the country instead of releasing information through social media, which may ‘carry weight’ but not sufficient to initiate court proceedings.

‘Mr. Co, we respectfully urge you: submit your statements under oath, through the proper process, so they may be examined with the seriousness they deserve. If the intention is to help uncover the truth, then let us pursue it in the manner that leads to real and enforceable accountability – not through spectacle, but through the rules that govern us all,’ the Ombudsman said.

The Ombudsman said Co should give the Ombudsman the opportunity to cross-examine him and evaluate his evidence.

‘That is how we protect the public from falsehoods and the innocent from injustice. The question, then, is simple: why does Mr. Co expect his statements to be taken at face value when every other witness is – as they must be – subjected to scrutiny?’ it added.

The Ombudsman also offered to secure Co in case he finally decides to return to the country.

‘If the reason for hiding is fear, we are stating clearly: We are ready to provide protection. A witness’s safety is important in the truth we are seeking,’ the Ombudsman said.

SC DESIGNATES RTCs AS ANTI-GRAFT COURTS

This developed as Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo ordered the designation of several regional trial courts as special courts to handle corruption-related cases in relation to the ongoing investigation into the multi-billion anomalous flood control and infrastructure projects of the government.

Gesmundo’s order stemmed from the recommendation of Court Administrator Ma. Theresa Dolores C. Gomez-Estoesta to designate specific RTC judges pursuant to the Court en banc resolution directing the Office of the Court Administrator to monitor the filing of cases involving corruption in infrastructure projects before the lower courts.

‘These special courts will exclusively hear and decide corruption-related cases arising from infrastructure projects. In areas with no designated RTCs, the case shall be referred to the nearest judicial region with designated special courts,’ the SC said.

The SC said the designated judges will undergo training from the Philippine Judicial Academy, with lectures led by Sandiganbayan associate justices.

The training will cover substantive and procedural laws such as Republic Act 7080 or the Law on Plunder, RA 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, rules on bail in plunder cases, evidentiary rules in anti-graft cases, the rule on cyber warrants, and rules on forensic evidence, among others.

The SC noted that under RA 106660, an act strengthening the functional and structural organization of the Sandiganbayan, the RTC has exclusive original jurisdiction when the graft case does not involve damage to the government or any bribery; or when it involves damage to the government or bribery arising from transactions not exceeding P1 million.

On the other hand, jurisdiction over graft cases involving public officers occupying positions lower than Salary Grade 27 belongs to the RTC, Metropolitan Trial Court, Municipal Trial Court, and Municipal Circuit Trial Court in accordance with Batas Pambansa Blg. 129 or the Judiciary Reorganization Act. Likewise, the SC said appeals from the decisions of the designated RTCs shall be heard by the Sandiganbayan.

A total of 300 persons with disability (PWDs) in Ilocos Norte received P6,000 each on October 24 as part of the provincial government’s continuing rollout of social pension for the vulnerable sector.

‘The amount covers the months of July up to December this year,’ Carolyn Domingo, disability affairs officer of the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office, told the Philippine News Agency.

There are 13,000 registered PWDs in Ilocos Norte.

The province has been implementing the PWD social pension since 2023.

‘Through the initiative of then-Ilocos Norte governor and now Vice Governor Matthew Joseph Manotoc, we were able to secure and allocate funds to include Ilocano PWDs in the beneficiaries of the social pension program,’ Domingo said.

Digna Amigo, 64, from Barangay Caaoacan in this city, thanked the provincial government for the grant of the P1,000 monthly social pension to her son, 31-year-old Edmund Amigo Jr., who was born with speech impairment.

‘The amount is a big help for my son to sustain his basic needs especially now that we [parents] are senior citizens,’ said Amigo, who accompanied her son in receiving the pension at the Provincial Capitol.

Wheelchair-bound Mario Antonio, from Barangay La Paz in this city, said the monthly pension he has been receiving from the provincial government for three years now has been helpful in easing his family’s daily living expenses.

Along with the social pension, the Ilocos Norte government is also implementing various skills and competencies training that enable PWDs to become productive and independent members of the community.

The latest skills and competencies training was held in August this year, where 100 PWDs participated in theoretical driving course and road safety seminar to boost their accessibility and inclusion in nation building and community development.

TP (formerly Teleperformance) in the Philippines-leader in digital business services-officially opened its newest and most advanced campus TP McKinley, further expanding its presence in Taguig City and reinforcing its commitment to building a future-ready, people-centered organization.

The new facility marks its 27th site, affirming TP in the Philippines’ sustained growth and strong local presence since it started operations in the country nearly 30 years ago.

In his message, TP Philippines CEO Rahul Jolly highlighted the role of Filipino talent in powering TP’s transformation into an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled, human-centered organization: ‘The McKinley Campus is not just a new workplace-it’s a symbol of how Filipino excellence and empathy drive innovation. This is where technology meets humanity, and where our ‘PHuture Forward’ journey truly begins.’

Located in Metro Manila’s premier business district in McKinley West, the five-story, state-of-the-art TP McKinley West Campus will house thousands of TP experts across a modern workspace. With a total seat capacity of over 3,700, TP is set to ramp up hiring for new positions in its expanded operations.

As one of TP’s largest sites in the country, it features flexible collaboration areas, wellness and recreational spaces, and digitally-enabled workstations that promote efficiency, culture and belonging, as well as employee well-being. Other amenities include a recruitment hub, gym, recreational rooms, canteen and pantry, training rooms, and executive offices.

Equipped with smart technologies, AI-driven systems, and digital collaboration tools, the site embodies TP’s evolution into a next-generation digital business services company. Its advanced infrastructure, upgraded connectivity, and enhanced cybersecurity enable seamless, secure, and scalable service delivery across industries.

Commitment to innovation, sustainability, community development

THE project underscores TP’s confidence in the Philippines as a key growth market within its global footprint. The new site also demonstrates the information technology-business process management (IT-BPM) giant’s dedication to excellence by investing in its people and its services, and expanding Philippine operations.

The grand launch was graced by key government and industry leaders, including Information and Communications Technology Secretary Henry Aguda, Representative Jorge Bocobo and Councilor Joy Panga Cruz of Taguig City, Managing Director Kevin Charuel of CCI France Philippines, President-CEO Kevin Tan of Alliance Global Group, and President-CEO Lourdes Gutierrez-Alfonso of Megaworld Corporation.

They were joined by TP Global CEO Daniel Julien; CEO for the Americas Miranda Collard; CEO of TP.AI and COO for India, the Philippines and Australia-New Zealand Anish Mukker; and Jolly, who led the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Advancing TP in the Philippine’s dedication to sustainable design and green operations, the new TP McKinley West site is also LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)-certified, indicating the hub will be renewable energy source-ready by December 2025.

For nearly three decades, TP in the Philippines has played a key role in actively generating jobs for Filipinos and innovation in the country’s IT-BPM sector. It has a 60,000-strong workforce serving in 27 business sites, making it one of the country’s largest employers and most consistent recipients of ‘Great Place to Work’ certification.

Beyond technology and infrastructure, the company has created a lasting impact in the communities in which it operates, providing growth opportunities and career mobility at scale and reinforcing the company’s people-first culture of collaboration, growth and inclusion.