Spluk Daily Brief — September 19, 2026. A concise roundup of verified updates from Philippine government and public-information sources. Each item is summarized for context and links to the original bulletin.
Today’s top updates
GIR rise to US$104.8B, BOP posts US$596-M deficit in Aug 2026
Gross international reserves (GIR) rose in August, providing sufficient reserves to meet the country’s import needs, service its external debt obligations, and serve as a buffer against external economic shocks.GIR rose to US$104.8 billion at end-August 2026[1] from US$103.3 billion a month earlier.The increase was mainly driven by:upward valuation adjustments in the…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 18, 2026, 6:00 pm PHT
BSP, IPA, and RCBC discuss impact of lower transaction fees on digital payments
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Assistant Governor Redentor Bancod (center) led the discussion on how lower transaction fees can encourage greater use of digital payments, sustain account engagement among users, and support broader financial inclusion during the Pricing of Retail Off-Net Payments: Evidence and Insights Forum held at the BSP Head Office…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 18, 2026, 3:39 pm PHT
DOST, IRRI embarks on new partnership to advance rice research and capacity building through emerging technologies and innovative platforms
DOST Complex, Taguig City – The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) inks a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) on September 7, 2026 to formalize its shared commitment in advancing agriculture, nutrition, and food security in the Philippines through emerging technologies and innovation.
Source: DOST Philippines · September 18, 2026, 12:45 pm PHT
Tuao food processor gets up steam on siomai biz through SETUP
Steamed, sometimes fried, often with rice—but for a local food manufacturer in Tuao, Cagayan, siomai made them rise.
Source: DOST Philippines · September 18, 2026, 12:40 pm PHT
From mountains to rivers: How DOST goes beyond laboratories to help communities across PH
In a country made up of more than 7,000 islands and communities separated by mountains, seas, and difficult terrain, bringing science and technology to the people can sometimes mean going where the roads end.
Source: DOST Philippines · September 18, 2026, 12:32 pm PHT
BSP co-chairs ASEAN+3 task force meeting to advance regional financial cooperation
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) co-led the 3rd ASEAN+3 Task Force meeting with the Philippines’ Department of Finance, Japan’s Ministry of Finance, and the Bank of Japan. The meeting was held from from 10 to 11 September 2026 in Puerto Princesa City. The event brought technical representatives from ASEAN +3 member…
Source: Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas · September 18, 2026, 11:58 am PHT
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