Gotyme Finance Cop Inc.

13/01/2026

📣 𝗦𝗘𝗖 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), in partnership with the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), shared best practices in upholding corporate governance with representatives of the Lao Securities Commission Office (LSCO), as part of the continuing partnership among Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) capital market regulators.

From December 1 to 12, 2025, the SEC conducted a secondment program for LSCO officers, namely Ms. Phonesavanh Phonepaseuth, Officer of the Securities Public Offering Supervision Division; Mr. Viladeth Thongvankham, Director of the Securities Public Offering Supervision Division; and Mr. Sonexay Vongphideth, Deputy Director of the Legal Division, at the SEC Headquarters in Makati City.

The sessions, which sought to strengthen corporate governance practices and promote regional standards under the ASEAN Corporate Governance Scorecard (ACGS) initiative, were facilitated by the SEC Corporate Governance and Finance Department (CGFD) and the ICD, the Philippines’ domestic ranking body for the ACGS and one of the Commission’s accredited training providers.

Throughout the program, the Lao participants were immersed in the Philippines’ corporate governance framework, learning about the structure and evolution of the ACGS, the local assessment process, and the Commission’s monitoring mechanisms for publicly listed companies. They also examined how the Philippines aligns its Code of Corporate Governance with ASEAN and global standards, such as the G20/OECD Principles, and identified regulatory gaps in Lao PDR’s current framework.

The secondees concluded their visit with a presentation on key learnings and identified areas for potential regulatory development.

The successful completion of the program reinforces the strong partnership between the Philippines and Lao PDR in advancing good corporate governance and supporting the development of transparent, accountable, and sustainable capital markets in the ASEAN region.

Read more: https://www.sec.gov.ph/pr-2026/sec-concludes-secondment-program-with-lao-securities-regulator/

12/01/2026

11/01/2026

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor and Monetary Board (MB) Chairman Eli M. Remolona Jr. (left) administered the oath of office of Department of Finance (DOF) Secretary Frederick D. Go as MB Member in a ceremony at the BSP Head Office in Manila on 08 January 2026.

This was after President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. designated Secretary Go as Cabinet representative to BSP’s policy-making body. He takes over the post held by former DOF Secretary and now Executive Secretary Ralph G. Recto.

Other MB members are Benjamin E. Diokno, Romeo L. Bernardo, Rosalia V. De Leon, Jose L. Querubin, and Walter C. Wassmer.

Before taking the DOF’s helm, Secretary Go served as the Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs (SAPIEA).

As SAPIEA, he coordinated the implementation of the country’s economic and investment policies, chaired the Economic Development Group, and worked closely with DOF; Department of Economy, Planning, and Development; Department of Budget and Management; Department of Trade and Industry; Board of Investments; Philippine Economic Zone Authority; and Securities and Exchange Commission.

Prior to joining government, Secretary Go served as Chief Executive Officer of Robinsons Land Corporation and assumed leadership positions in various companies across industries, including media, retail, food, banking, finance, airline, airport, petrochemicals, and power.

Secretary Go holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Engineering from the Ateneo de Manila University.

Department of Finance

11/01/2026

📣 𝗦𝗘𝗖 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been recognized by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) for implementing innovative programs that promote financial education among Filipinos.

The Commission on November 18, 2025 formally received the recognition as one of Innovative Financial Education Partners of the BSP during the second day of the Financial Education Stakeholders’ Congress 2025.

The recognition is given to agencies that implement creative and scalable financial education initiatives promoting financial resilience and inclusion among stakeholders, and showcasing effective systems for institutional learning and impact measurement.

“It is an honor for the SEC to be recognized for its initiatives to promote financial education, which is a crucial step toward ensuring that people can make smart investment decisions,” SEC Chairperson Francis Lim said.

The SEC has consistently led programs that champion financial education. In June, the Financial Sector Forum—composed of the BSP, SEC, PDIC, and the IC—relaunched the Protect Your Money Campaign, shifting its financial literacy campaign to digital platforms to address the rise of online scams. Under the campaign, the SEC produced reels, short-form videos and targeted campaigns to reach its stakeholders.

The SEC also participated in a panel discussion on the first day of the Financial Education Stakeholders’ Congress 2025 to tackle practices and tools that would effectively promote financial learning.

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: New year, new chances. But there should be no chances for scammers. 🚫

Mag-ingat sa mga text, e-mail, at alok na humihingi ng inyong personal o financial information. Para sa inyong kaligtasan, ang mga text at email mula sa mga bangko at e-money issuer ay hindi maglalaman ng clickable links o QR codes na humihiling sa inyo na maglagay ng sensitibong impormasyon, alinsunod sa BSP Circular No. 1213.

Protektahan ang sarili mula sa scams at iba pang uri ng panloloko! Gawin ang - 👍🏼

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Congratulations on your made-to-order food business! This is a wonderful achievement that reflects your creativity, dedication, and passion for serving quality food. May your business attract many loyal customers, grow steadily, and bring you lasting success and fulfillment. Wishing you all the best in this exciting venture!