Chair’s new treaty draft, ‘a gift to the plastic industry’ - Greenpeace to PH gov’t: Hold the line and champion a strong treaty

 

14 August 2025, Geneva, Switzerland/Quezon City, Philippines—As global ministers arrive to join the last day of the talks, the Chair has finally unveiled a new draft of the Global Plastics Treaty after seven days of grinding negotiations.

Marian Ledesma, Greenpeace Philippines Zero Waste Campaigner and part of the Greenpeace delegation to the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations, said:

“This is a betrayal to humanity. By failing to address production or harmful chemicals in any way, the Chair’s new draft is a gift to the fossil fuel and plastic industries. For more than two years, the overwhelming presence of industry lobbyists at the negotiations and the actions of their allied ‘blocker’ countries have mired the negotiations in substantive gridlock, along with procedural delays which played into industry hands. This new draft glorifies the industry lie that we can recycle our way out of this crisis, ignoring the root cause: the relentless expansion of plastic production.

“Now, more than ever, governments here in Geneva must reject this weak text, uphold the ambition they have promised, and serve the people who trusted them to act on the plastic crisis. Billions of people are counting on their leaders to protect the health of their communities and the environment, and human rights. It is imperative for the Philippine delegation, along with other high ambition countries, to stand their ground and stop this draft from turning into a mere waste management treaty that is nowhere near enough to end plastic pollution.

“We cannot allow industry lobbyists and a few countries to push their agenda while the planet burns, our oceans choke, and our children breathe, drink, and eat microplastics. We cannot let a few countries determine the direction of a treaty that is for everyone—the Philippine government must hold the line to ensure a safe and healthy future for Filipinos, one that’s free from the harms of plastic. We need a Global Plastics Treaty with ambitious production reduction targets, and phaseout of single-use plastics and upstream solutions such as reuse and refill systems. Anything short of bold action will make this treaty meaningless."

About Greenpeace Philippines

Greenpeace is a community united by a mission to protect the planet and ensure a green, peaceful future. They’ve led the fight against environmental destruction, advocating for the planet’s rights as part of a global movement that challenges power with courage.

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BTC Miner, the leading cloud mining platform, launches diversified BTC and XRP contracts to meet the needs of diverse investors.

 

 August 11, 2025 - With Bitcoin (BTC) fluctuating around $120,000 and XRP stabilizing around $3.2, the cryptocurrency market is entering a relatively stable phase, yet still rich in opportunities. In this market environment, BTC Miner, the world's leading cloud mining platform, announced the launch of diversified principal and interest lock-in contracts, ensuring stable returns despite market fluctuations.

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Bay Miner launches mobile cloud mining app with daily BTC and XRP earnings for global low-barrier crypto access

 

The AI-powered platform offers secure, transparent, and sustainable cloud mining solutions, allowing users worldwide to earn Bitcoin and XRP daily without hardware or technical barriers.

BAY Miner, a major innovation in the global low-wallet crypto mining market, today released a new mobile cloud mining app, providing users with daily returns on crypto assets such as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ripple (XRP). This integrated mobile platform integrates Ethereum computing power with mobile functionality, allowing users to easily connect to any mining machine or master complex technical skills through their mobile phone. This initiative not only boosts global participation in digital asset mining but also opens up more diverse and flexible value-added channels for emerging markets and ordinary investors. BAY Miner, committed to the principle of "everyone's full participation in blockchain," plans to expand its application to over 180 countries and regions, promoting the inclusive and sustainable development of the crypto economy.

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Japanese Dessert Sensation Brand Age.3 launches store in the Philippines!

 

The fried sandwich sensation sweeping Asia opens in Manila its 4th overseas store. Local-exclusive Tropical Pine Sandwich sells out on day one amid huge crowds

Age.3, the fried sandwich specialty brand from Fukuoka, celebrated its grand opening in the Philippines at one of the largest commercial complexes in Manila, SM North EDSA, on July 24, 2025.
Having built a strong presence in popular Japanese tourist areas such as Ginza, Asakusa, and Harajuku, Age.3 has expanded globally to Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Sydney. Now, this much-talked-about Japanese sweets brand—known for drawing long lines around the world—has made its highly anticipated Southeast Asian debut.
Pronounced “Agesan,” Age.3 is a playful abbreviation of the Japanese words for “fried” (age) and “sandwich” (sando).

Huge crowds from day one: a dazzling launch taking Manila by storm!
On opening day, many customers gathered from the morning, and a long queue quickly formed as soon as the shop opened.
The store got off to a spectacular start, with #Age3Manila is trending on social networking sites and first-day sales expected to exceed those of the flagship store in Japan.
Customers praised the appearance of the product, the new texture of fresh whipped cream on freshly fried bread, and the one-of-a-kind flavor, proving that the brand's blend of Instagrammable-worthy visuals and delicious taste resonates strongly in the local market as well.

Manila exclusive Tropical Pine sandwich: A taste of the islands in every bite
The spotlight was on Tropical Pine, an island-inspired creation available only at the Age.3 MANILA store. This tropical dessert layers juicy chunks of pineapple with melt-in-your-mouth mango sauce and airy, low-sugar whipped cream, all wrapped in crispy-yet-fluffy fried bun.
Combining the refreshing lightness of a beachside treat with the indulgent satisfaction of an Age.3 style treat, this exclusive menu item proved a runaway hit—selling out completely on opening day.

A new local store experience born from Japanese expertise and Filipino sensibilities
The Manila store is a store experience tailored to the unique culture and lifestyle of the Philippines, with Age.3 headquarters in Japan handling manufacturing, quality control, and product development, in partnership with a local company.
From staff hospitality to store layout, operations have been optimized for the local market, resulting in the birth of a sweets store that blends naturally into Manila while maintaining the same quality as in Japan.

Expanding the Fried-Sandwich craze across Asia
Age.3 has established fried-sandwiches as a new dessert category —a concept independent from both traditional Japanese confections and Western-style sweets.
In addition to tourist destinations in Japan, the brand has grown internationally to Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, and now Manila. With eyes on further expansion, Age.3 aims to spread its innovative crispy-soft fried dessert across the entire Asia region.

Store Details
Store Name: Age.3 Manila – SM North EDSA Store
Location: Second Floor, The Block, SM North EDSA, Quezon City, Manila, Philippines
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/age3_manila/

The whipped cream used in Age.3’s fried sandwich dessert is a custom-developed formula of low-sugar fresh whipped cream.
Made without refined sugar, it is sweetened with Lakanto, a zero-calorie natural sweetener that matches sugar in sweetness. Lakanto combines high-purity extract of the cucurbitaceous plant monkfruit and the natural sweetener ingredient erythritol in perfect balance to achieve a sweetness close to that of sugar.
The result is a light, refreshing low-sugar whipped cream that’s satisfying until the very end.

About Age.3
The franchise began in 2020 in Kama City, Fukuoka Prefecture, as a sweet sandwich shop named FRUITS SAND THREE, promoting local fruit-based dessert sandwiches.
In 2023, the brand developed a new-style treat—the fried sandwich new dessert—featuring low-sugar whipped cream and a unique crispy-soft textured bun and opened Age.3 GINZA in December that same year.
Since then, the company has expanded internationally to Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Sydney, and by 2025, shops were also established in Asakusa and Harajuku. On July 24, 2025, the fourth international location, Age.3 MANILA, officially opened its doors.

About ANCHOR Co., Ltd.

Store Details Store Name: Age.3 Manila – SM North EDSA Store Location: Second Floor, The Block, SM North EDSA, Quezon City, Manila, Philippines Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/age3_manila/

 

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