Arangkada Philippines is the major advocacy arm—launched in 2010—of the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) to increase investment and employment in the Philippines. These goals are elaborated in its main policy document, Arangkada Philippines 2010: A Business Perspective.
The JFC advocates the Arangkada recommendations with leading Philippine business groups including ECOP, FINEX, MAP, MBC, PCCI, PhilExport and other trade and industry associations. The JFC conducts its advocacy through roundtable discussions, policy briefs, press releases, the Arangkada website, and more. For example, Arangkada was instrumental in supporting the passage of the CREATE More Act to increase foreign direct investments (FDI), and amendments to the Public Service Act to allow for full foreign ownership in telecommunications, airports, and other public services, which has been critical to attracting FDI and fostering economic competitiveness. The JFC also organizes an annual forum, where private and public sector delegates gather to discuss reforms that improve the Philippine investment climate.
Arangkada Philippines serves as a bridge between diverse industries, the government, and civil society. By aligning priorities, creating collaborative dialogues, and harnessing the expertise of both local and foreign stakeholders, the initiative has demonstrated its ability to drive tangible policy reforms and advocate for transformative change.