Key Points
- At the Philippine Investment and IT-BPM Forum, held on October 24 at the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney, DTI Consul Commercial Emmanuel Ang described the forum as a platform to strengthen economic ties and present investment opportunities.
- Jack Madrid, President and CEO ofIBPAP, says Filipino IT-BPM professionals are highly regarded for their technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and empathetic approach to customer service, giving the Philippines a competitive edge in the global market.
- Deputy Director General for Policy and Planning Anidelle Joy Alguso of PEZA presented the investment roadmap and key priority sectors in the Philippines.
Data from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) shows that approved investments in the first half of 2025 reached ₱72.36 billion (US$1.2 billion), marking a 59% increase from the previous year. The IT-BPM sector was identified as one of the key drivers of this growth.
Jack Madrid, President and CEO of the IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP), says Filipino professionals’ expertise and the country’s competitive business policies remain major draws.
“Digital Filipino Workers (DFWs), similar to OFWs, remain one of the country’s strongest partners in driving economic growth,” Madrid explained.
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