Google AI
The Times Australia

Times Media

ACES Awards 2025 Honours Philippine Organisations Driving National Resilience and Inclusion

BALI, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 December 2025 - The ACES Awards 2025 honoured a distinguished group of Philippine organisations whose leadership is strengthening the nation through inclusive growth, clean energy, healthcare innovation and world-class talent development.

Asialink Finance, Asian Hospital, TOA Global, BDO Unibank, Energy Development Corporation (EDC) and First Vita Plus were recognised for delivering measurable, life-changing impact that extends across communities, industries and generations.

Recognizing excellence: Celebrating all Philippine winners from ACES Day 1 and 2.
Recognizing excellence: Celebrating all Philippine winners from ACES Day 1 and 2.

"These organisations are building the foundations of a resilient nation — financing opportunity, generating clean power, advancing healthcare and unlocking Filipino potential," said MORS Group CEO Dr Shanggari Balakrishnan.

"Together, they are shaping a future that is more inclusive, sustainable and globally competitive."

Asialink Finance has played a transformative role in expanding financial access to underserved communities, empowering micro-entrepreneurs and families through responsible lending, financial literacy initiatives and community-level economic development. Its work continues to unlock pathways for self-sufficiency among thousands of Filipinos.

Asian Hospital has emerged as a regional leader in digital healthcare, combining advanced medical technologies, telehealth platforms and patient-centred care models to expand access to high-quality, timely medical services.

TOA Global has elevated the Philippines' reputation as a global hub for high-value accounting and professional talent through rigorous training systems, international career pathways and strong partnerships with global firms. Its approach strengthens the country's ability to compete in knowledge-based industries.

BDO Unibank continues to anchor national financial resilience by expanding banking access across urban and rural communities, supporting financial education programmesand delivering large-scale disaster response and recovery initiatives through its foundation and corporate platforms.

Energy Development Corporation (EDC) stands at the forefront of the country's renewable energy transition, leading in one hundred percent renewable energy generation while implementing large-scale ecosystem restoration, forest protection and climate resilience programmes that demonstrate environmental stewardship in action. Its work shows that energy security and environmental responsibility can advance together.

First Vita Plus promotes preventive healthcare and inclusive livelihood opportunities by encouraging wellness-driven lifestyles and micro-entrepreneurship across Filipino households, supporting both physical well-being and economic empowerment.

Together, these organisations reflect a powerful model of Filipino leadership — blending performance with purpose, innovation with responsibility and ambition with service — and demonstrate how business can be a force for long-term national progress.
Hashtag: #ACESAwards #MORSGroup #Sustainability #Leadership #ACES2025

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Times Magazine

BYD Shark 6 v Toyota LandCruiser 300: can new technology defeat an Australian legend?

The BYD Shark 6 and Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series may appear to belong in different vehicle catego...

Australia Needs Permission Budgets for AI Agents

The Times recently argued that Australia should keep building the data centres the AI economy requ...

Nikon Is Developing Nine New Cinema Lenses and a Major ZR Firmware Update

Nikon is developing a new series of nine NIKKOR Z CINEMA T1.9 VV cinema lenses, designed for cinem...

Technology

Australia Needs Permission Budgets …

The Times recently argued that Australia should keep building the data centres the AI economy requ...

Local News

Fitstop Global Games to Bring 1,000…

The Australian-born fitness brand is bringing its global competition home, with athletes from across...

Culture

Could a Prescription for a Bushwalk or Art Cl…

New social and nature prescribing hubs connect locals to community activities to combat loneliness...

Travel

School holiday pricing: fair market economics…

Every Australian family with school-aged children knows the pattern. Look at an airfare, hotel ro...

The Times Features

Could a Prescription for a Bushwalk or Art Class Be the…

New social and nature prescribing hubs connect locals to community activities to combat loneliness...

The Silent Health Crisis: Why 27% of Female Deaths Are …

Medical experts issue an urgent wake-up call for Women’s Health Week, revealing how everyday delay t...

Grill'd Wraps Up Lunch With Biggest Menu Expansion…

After more than two decades spent perfecting burgers, Grill'd is entering new territory. The Aust...