Salmon has raised $100M in equity and debt to expand digital credit for underbanked Filipinos, including people with little or no credit history. The startup is also aiming at borrowers frustrated by the reliability gaps of incumbent lenders. With the funding, Salmon plans to widen access to credit while navigating a market where traditional underwriting can leave many behind.
The Philippines will debut India’s newly acquired BrahMos supersonic cruise missile in Balikatan 2026 war games, using a simulation firing mode rather than live launches. Delivered from a $375 million 2022 deal, the land-based system is already integrated with the Marine Corps’ Coastal Defense Regiment. The exercise, featuring 17,000 troops, underscores rising deterrence near the South China Sea.
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More Indian medical aspirants are shifting to the Philippines, drawn by affordable tuition, a US-style curriculum, and practical clinical exposure. Schools like Davao Medical School Foundation have recently enrolled large batches of Indian graduates. With the Russia-Ukraine conflict disrupting regional education plans, the move is accelerating, reflecting a wider global chase for medical careers among Indian youth.
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