TOKYO – Fujifilm’s Avigan could be the first Japanese-developed COVID-19 treatment once it gets approval from the Ministry of Health.

MANILA – Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez said the recent groundbreaking of Sumitomo Wiring System factory in Binalonan, Pangasinan last Sept. 16 will support the Philippines’ push for greater innovation in its industries.

TOKYO – Japan’s parliament on Wednesday has elected Yoshihide Suga as the country’s new prime minister following the resignation of Shinzo Abe due to ill-health.

MANILA – The Japanese government approved another ¥50 billion loan (around P24 billion) loan for the Philippines’ response to the new coronavirus pandemic and disaster management.