The 12th Arangkada Philippines Forum – Towards Sustainable Transformations

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Arangkada Philippines

Launched in 2010, Arangkada Philippines is the major advocacy of the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) to increase investment and employment in the Philippines. The project aims to continue its advocacy through partnerships with foreign chambers and Philippine business groups.

Arangkada Forum 2023

This year, the forum brings together experts, government representatives, and industry leaders in exploring various perspectives to facilitate and further integrate the principles of sustainability in accelerating inclusive growth and development.

Now On-site

After two years, the annual Arangkada Philippines Forum of the Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines has returned on-site. The forum is on October 25, 2023 at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay City.

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PAMURI Founder and Former Chairman Shameem Qurashi is Arangkada Philippines’ Lifetime Achievement Awardee for 2023

By CNN Philippines Staff Published Nov 9, 2023, 3:17:37 PM Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc....

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Government readies EO on permits for priority infrastructure projects

Louella Desiderio - The Philippine Star October 30, 2023 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The government is finalizing the executive order (EO)...

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Investment, partnership opportunities with biz sector vital for sustainable dev’t – NEDA

Ongoing efforts to revamp the country’s investment ecosystem will raise investor confidence, address the private sector’s concerns, and create a more...

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PH-EU free trade talks gain momentum

By: Alden M. Monzon - @inquirerdotnet Philippine Daily Inquirer / 06:38 AM October 27, 2023 MANILA -The Philippines is nearing the conclusion of initial...

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NEDA backs CREATE changes

Louella Desiderio - The Philippine Star October 27, 2023 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)...

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Changes to investment ecosystem to boost investor confidence

By Julito G. Rada October 26, 2023, 7:30 pm The efforts to revamp the country’s investment ecosystem will raise investor confidence, address...

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‘Bumper crop will temper inflation’

Andrea E. San Juan, October 26, 2023 The National Economic and Development Authority (Neda) said inflation may start easing this...

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NEDA’s Balisacan: Q3 GDP ‘should be’ better than Q2

By TED CORDERO, GMA Integrated News Published October 25, 2023 9:06pm National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan...

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Trade dep’t pursuing tie-ups in EV, energy-efficient ships

October 25, 2023 | 8:20 pm THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said that it will be pursuing investment...

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[VIDEO] NEDA chief says PH Q3 GDP should be better than Q2

Source: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8p4bj5

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[VIDEO] NEDA Secretary Balisacan: ‘Clearer’ selection process for maharlika managers needed | ANC

Business Roadshow: The Philippine government's Chief economist seeks clarity on the selection process for members of the entity which will manage...

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BOI sees P1-T investment pledges end October

BY MA. JOSELIE C. GARCIA Oct 25, 2023 05:34 PM The Board of Investments (BOI) expects its approved investments to hit P1...

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‘Clearer’ selection process for Maharlika managers sought

Andrea Taguines, ABS-CBN News Posted at Oct 25 2023 01:55 PM The selection and appointment process for members of the...

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PAMURI Founder and Former Chairman Shameem Qurashi is Arangkada Philippines’ Lifetime Achievement awardee for 2023

MEDIA RELEASE October 25, 2023 Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc. (PAMURI) Founder and Former Chairman Shameem Qurashi...

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As-delivered Keynote Speech of Secretary Arsenio Balisacan to the Arangkada Philippines Forum

Towards Sustainable Transformations and Inclusive Growth: Challenges and Opportunities Arsenio M. Balisacan, PhD Secretary National Economic and Development Authority 12th Arangkada...

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The 12th Arangkada Philippines Forum: Towards Sustainable Transformations

The seven members of the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) of the Philippines will host the annual Arangkada Philippines Forum on Oct. 25, 2023...

SPEAKERS

Paulo Duarte

President
European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Ebb Hinchliffe

Executive Director
The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Shigeru Shimoda

President
Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines

Hon. Alfredo E. Pascual

Secretary, Department of Trade and Industry

Hon. Arsenio M. Balisacan

Secretary
National Economic and Development Authority

Benjamin Romualdez

President
Australia-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Michael Arcatomy H. Guarin

Partner and Deal Advisory Head
KPMG R.G. Manabat & Co. and
Chairman, 2023 FINEX Foundation

Ralph van Doorn

Senior Economist
Macroeconomics, Trade, and Investment Global Practice, East Asia and Pacific
The World Bank

Ceferino S. Rodolfo, PhD

Undersecretary, Industry Development and Trade Policy Group (IDTPG)
Department of Trade and Industry

Rhodora Brazil-De Vera

Deputy Director
Supervisory Policy and Research Department
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

Vicente Catudio Jr.

Chief of Party
USAID Strengthening Private Enterprises for
the Digital Economy (SPEED)

Frank Thiel

President
The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Hon. Pia S. Cayetano

Chair
Committee on Sustainable Development Goals, Innovations, and Futures Thinking
Senate of the Philippines

Florian Gottein

Executive Director
European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Edgar O. Chua

Chairman
Business for Sustainable Development
and Makati Business Club

Sara Murphy

President and Head of Global Operations
Capital One Philippines

Aileen Judan-Jiao

President and Country General Manager
IBM Philippines

Roberto Batungbacal

Senior Adviser
Chemical Industry Association of the Philippines

Joseph Um

President
Korean Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Hon. Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga

Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Kimmi Siu Dewar

Executive Director
Australia-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Philippines

Pavit Ramachandran

Country Director, Philippines
Asian Development Bank

Christopher Ilagan

Corporate Affairs Head – Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and North Asia, PEPSICo and Co-Chair, Legislative Committee, Amcham Philippines

Rogelio Singson

Director, Metro Pacific Water and
Water Management Expert,
Water Resources Management Office

Noel Verdote

Lead, Advanced Energy Sources and Systems
USAID Energy Secure Philippines (ESP) Activity
RTI International

Dr. Gilberto Llanto

Team Leader, Regulatory Support Program for
National Development
University of the Philippines Public Administration
Research and Extension Services Foundation
(UPPAF-RESPOND)

Atty. Mimi Lopez Malvar

Director
Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc.

Julian Payne

President
Canadian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Hon. Robert E.A. Borje

Vice-Chairperson and
Executive Director
Climate Change Commission

THE JOINT FOREIGN CHAMBERS

Frank Thiel

President
The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Benjamin Romualdez

President
Australia-New Zealand Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Julian Payne

President
Canadian Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Paulo Duarte

President
European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Shigeru Shimoda

President
Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines

Joseph Um

President
Korean Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines

Atty. Mimi Lopez Malvar

Director
Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc.

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