The Jose P. Laurel Memorial Foundation is launching the JOSE P. LAUREL INVITATIONAL MEMORIAL CUP to be held on April 28, 2023, at the Hallow Ridge Filipinas Golf Club, located at San Pedro, Laguna. As head of the Second Republic of the Philippines, his time as wartime president was stressful, to say the least. As an avid player, golf was
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Bases Conversion and Development Authority president and CEO Aileen Zosa (standing, left) and Japan’s New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization executive director Shuji Yumitori (standing, right) have signed a memorandum of understanding for a three-year demonstration project on smart mobility technologies to be implemented in New Clark City and its environs. President Marcos witnessed the signing of the agreement
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Japan is finally open! Travelers from most countries can now enter Japan without applying for a visa in advance. Here are all the details on visa-free travel, vaccination and Covid test requirements. Situation Summary Last Update: January 23, 2023 (this page will be updated as needed) On January 20, Prime Minister Kishida announced that Japan will downgrade Covid to the
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MANILA, Philippines — The issuance of an executive order that modified the tariff on certain electric vehicles (EV) and their parts and components to zero for a period of five years is expected to widen the EV offerings to consumers in the country, according to an industry group. In a statement, Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) president Edmund
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Pilipinas Shell Petroleum Corporation announced that it has recently signed a strategic agreement with SUN Mobility — a leading provider of energy infrastructure and services for electric vehicles (EVs). The partnership will explore the pilot deployment of SUN Mobility’s advanced battery-swapping technology in the Philippines for 2 and 3-wheel electric vehicles. The partnership supports the recently passed Electric Vehicle Industry
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Japan is easily one of the most stunning places in the world. The country offers a full range of nature and culture, from subtropical beaches to snowy mountains, futuristic skylines to ancient temples. And while you could spend a lifetime exploring all of the splendidly whimsical islands and cities, we suggest you start with this list. Ask anyone who has visited, and they’ll
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A Philippine inter-agency panel chaired by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Thursday approved removing tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) to spur demand amid high fuel costs. Marcos will issue an executive order cutting to 0% the most favoured nation tariff on EVs like passengers cars, buses, vans, trucks, motorcycles, and bicycles, and their parts for five years. Current import duties
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Market Forecast By Vehicle Types (Electric 2-Wheeler, Electric 3-Wheeler, Electric 4-Wheeler (Passenger Car And Light Commercial Vehicle (Goods Carrier)), Electric Bus And Electric Truck), By Charger Types (AC And DC), By DC Charger Connector Types (CHAdeMO, CCS And Others (Including Tesla Superchargers And GB/T), By DC Charger Power Ratings (40-80 KW, 80-120 KW And 120-200 KW), By Charger End Consumers (Public
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The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP), together with the Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) and in partnership with the Department of Energy (DOE) and Nissan Philippines Inc., is hosting the 10th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) set on October 20 and 21, 2022 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. EVAP President Edmund Araga, citing the 2022 Global EV Outlook
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THE 10th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS) marks another milestone in the country’s electric vehicle industry. PEVS will galvanize action for the development of the country’s EV industry through the implementation of Republic Act (RA) 11697, better known as Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Evida). The event, that is happening on Oct. 20 and 21, 2022 at the SMX Convention
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