[Exclusive] Rep. Villafuerte: Bitcoin Reserve Could Help Philippines Manage Sovereign Debt, Even Without Selling a Single Bitcoin

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. BitPinas has no commercial relationship with any mentioned entity unless otherwise stated. Get the biggest crypto stories in the Philippines and Southeast Asia every week — subscribe to the BitPinas Newsletter. House Bill No. 421, which seeks to establish a Strategic…

co-payment, cheaper train fares, farm debt relief

The revamped Khon La Khrueng (“Half-Half”) co-payment programme is expected to be the centrepiece of the stimulus. The new version will allocate a larger budget and cover both taxpayers and non-taxpayers. Around 11 million registered taxpayers would receive 60% support from the state for purchases, contributing 40% themselves, while non-taxpayers would continue under the original…

Business support for Porepunkah and Alpine Shire

The Victorian Government is supporting businesses in Porepunkah and the surrounding region following the events on 26 August 2025. Up to $2.5 million will be delivered to support the visitor economy in Porepunkah, Bright and surrounding region including: $5,000 grants for eligible businesses that have experienced significant disruptions and revenue losses following the incident financial…