On May 16, 2020, more establishments started to resume business after Malacañang announced the list of industries that are authorized to operate under enhanced community quarantine (ECQ), modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ), and general community quarantine (GCQ)  According to the Inter-Agency Task Force Resolution No. 35 recently approved by President Rodrigo Duterte, areas placed under MECQ will only allow for limited movement within zones for obtaining essential services and work. Additionally, up to 50 percent of industries can resume operations with safety protocols in place and others can deploy only 40 percent of workers on-site. The following are the industries...

Palawan, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, where you can find astonishing white sands, breath-taking mountains, and crystal-clear waters, is currently facing its major downfall as its main livelihood becomes jeopardized due to the crisis brought by COVID-19. According to Inquirer.net’s report, with the global impact brought by the COVID-19 crisis, Palawan Governor Jose Alvarez is thinking of strengthening domestic tourism and agriculture. Local officials were also told to deliberate on other “emerging” industries that may compensate for the tourism loss. According to The Philippine STAR’s interview with Mark Anthony Genon, a tour guide, he chose...

Big businesses have pitched in at least ₱6 billion as of Monday to complement the government's COVID-19 relief efforts. This includes cash aid and in-kind donations such as personal protective equipment (PPEs), food packs, and COVID-19 test kits. Other private companies have also made direct donations to hospitals, communities, and other frontliners amid strict quarantine protocols. The bayanihan spirit also stirred conglomerates and even small business owners to take part in financial relief during the Luzon-wide quarantine, which has spilled over to other provinces and cities. Here are the private sectors who took a step and helped in response to COVID-19 in...