Dr Emmanuel R. Fernandez, Ph.D., Chargé d’ Affaires, Philippine Embassy in Singapore, reiterated that the Philippines is open for business and will continue to welcome investors from Singapore, continuing the longstanding economic ties between both nations.

Our speakers examined the legal considerations for foreign direct investors and investment structures that can be explored for maximum efficiencies and gains in their investments in the Philippines.

Speakers representing Government agencies and departments shared their perspectives on investing in the Philippines.

Dr. Rafaelita M. Aldaba, Undersecretary – Competitiveness and Innovation Group, Philippine Department of Trade and Industry, delivered the event’s second keynote address.

Our speakers highlighted the support available to businesses looking to expand into the Philippines.

Evariste Cagatan, Executive Director, Philippine Board of Investments, highlighted the Philippines’ strong macroeconomic fundamentals, improved delivery of government services, and ease of doing business amidst game changing policy reforms which have positioned the country towards a stronger post-pandemic recovery.

Partners from our APG member firms take a look at the drive for ASEAN Plus corporates to pay more attention to ESG – from governmental policies to regulatory requirements and economic underpinnings.

Our panelists discuss how the ASEAN region encourages and increases green finance whilst avoiding greenwashing.

This panel discussion looks at how the shift to clean electric transport has accelerated net zero power generation and how Singapore is faring in its journey towards a net zero energy system.