Every major news outlet had gone live.
"Historic moment for Philippine industry," announced CNN Philippines in bold letters on-screen. "TG Motors Philippines, a subsidiary of TG Mobility Holdings Co., officially breaks ground on what will become the country's first electric vehicle gigafactory."
Clips from the ceremony filled the broadcasts—President Ferdinand A. Farcos shaking Timothy Guerrero's hand, the synchronized shovel drop, and the camera sweep of the sprawling Subic site.
The anchors spoke with excitement that bordered on disbelief.
"This project, worth an estimated seven to eight billion dollars, will place the Philippines among the top EV-producing nations in Asia. Construction is expected to finish by mid-2026, creating tens of thousands of jobs during and after completion," said anchor Carla Reyes, turning toward her co-host.
