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   MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT (MCTM) has announced the opening of its newest branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, scheduled for October 2026. The expansion aims to bring professional talent management and global opportunities directly to aspiring models and artists in the province. MAR CO TALENT MANAGEMENT (MCTM), a rising name in the local talent management scene, has officially announced the opening of its newest branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, this October 2026. Since its founding in June 2025, MCTM has committed itself to discovering promising Filipino models and artists, providing them with a gateway to international projects, fashion events, and global exposure. Empowering Talents Across Laguna The strategic decision to establish a physical branch in Pagsanjan, Laguna, stems from the agency’s recognition of the immense potential of aspiring models and artists in the province. Since a significant portion of MCTM’s current talents originate from Laguna, the new office will make profess...

 The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed RP Blu Girls kept their historic medal hopes alive at the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, defeating Hong Kong, China, 9-3, on October 2 at the Anjo Softball Ground. The victory puts the Filipinas in position to battle Chinese Taipei for the bronze medal on October 3, giving the national team another opportunity to secure its first-ever Asian Games softball medal. The Philippines has finished fourth in each of the previous three editions of the Games. Amateur Softball Association of the Philippines (ASAPHIL) President and Cebuana Lhuillier President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier praised the Blu Girls for keeping their medal dream alive and continuing to fight after the setback against China. “This is the opportunity we have been working and fighting for. The Blu Girls have shown tremendous resilience throughout this tournament, and now they have the chance to make history for Philippine softball. We know Chinese Taipei will be a tough opponent, ...

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The Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA), together with co-host the Malaysian Rubber Council (MRC), successfully concluded the 12th International Rubber Glove Conference & Exhibition 2026 (IRGCE 2026) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), recording strong international participation and encouraging business prospects. Held from 8 to 10 September 2026, IRGCE 2026 attracted nearly 9,000 visitors from 75 countries , with 215 exhibitors from 17 countries occupying 605 exhibition booths . The Conference also drew approximately 600 delegates from 22 countries . Post-event feedback indicated potential business sales of more than USD1.48 billion, equivalent to over RM6 billion, over the next six months , reflecting the strong commercial opportunities and business connections generated through the event. MARGMA President Mr Oon Kim Hung said the strong participation reaffirmed IRGCE’s role as an important global platform for the rubber glove industry. “IRGCE i...

SLI Consulting Inc. has partnered with Philippine Coding Camp (PCC) to expand access to technology education, continuous learning, and skills development for employees, their families, and the next generation of Filipino tech talent. The partnership was formalized through the signing of an agreement by Gabriel Pablo Cervantes, President of SLI Consulting Inc., and Gabriel Avelino Sampedro, Ph.D., SMIEEE, CEO of Philippine Coding Camp. The collaboration brings together SLI Consulting’s experience in the technology workforce and PCC’s focus on practical technology education and skills development For Cervantes, the partnership represents more than another employee perk. “It’s great to partner with Philippine Coding Camp, especially because we’re not just thinking about future-proofing our current employees. We’re also thinking about building the talent pipeline in the Philippines as a whole.” The partnership creates opportunities for SLI Consulting employees and their families to access ...

   PHOTO CAPTION: Ambassador Philippe J. Lhuillier, along with Philippine Consular Officers and representatives of Attached Agencies, discussed strategic priorities and areas of cooperation for 2027. Strengthening coordination among Philippine representatives, the Philippine Embassy in Madrid, led by Ambassador for Spain and Andorra H.E. Philippe J. Lhuillier, convened its Annual Consultations with Philippine Consular Officers, bringing together seven Honorary Consular Officers, Attached Agencies, and the Philippine Consulate General in Barcelona. The consultation focused on aligning priorities and strengthening cooperation ahead of the Philippines-Spain 80th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations in 2027. Discussions covered consular policies, best practices, Filipino community concerns, and strategic planning for the anniversary. Ambassador Lhuillier encouraged the Consular Officers to “take an active role in deepening and expanding cooperation between the Philippines and Spain...