The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP), in partnership with AppleOne Group, HSBC, SGV and Co., Pru Life UK, and Shang Properties, will bring experts and key stakeholders in its annual Midyear Economic Briefing at Dusit Thani Manila.
With the theme, “Powering Growth Through Policy, Partnership, and Innovation,” the briefing will highlight key updates in policy reforms, economic forecasts, and boosting UK-Philippine trade ties.
The Philippine Business and News supports the event as a media partner, while the representatives from the public and private sectors will provide insights into the fiscal policy roadmap designed to stimulate greater foreign direct investment in key sectors such as infrastructure, renewables, and PPPs. Another key area will be the Philippines’ trade diversification strategy, amid global trade and tariff uncertainties, highlighting key developments in Philippine-UK trade, including the launch of the Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO), participation in the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), and the country’s intent to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). With the UK’s recent accession to the CPTPP, these initiatives are expected to increase market access in the region.
Additionally, the briefing will cover the legislative agenda under the 20th Congress. The Chamber remains firm in its call for the approval of its three key priority bills: the E-Governance Act and Konektadong Pinoy Act, both of which have garnered strong backing from stakeholders, and the Cybersecurity Act, driven by the urgent need to address rising cyberattacks across sectors. The Chamber also recognized that all three legislation will support the country’s digital transformation agenda and facilitate a streamlined approach to businesses wanting to start business in the Philippines.
Meanwhile, BCCP Executive Vice Chair Chris Nelson noted that, “The British Chamber will remain at the forefront of supporting key legislation to continue opening up the economy while promoting multiple areas of cooperation. This aligns with our goal in further increasing the UK-PH trade and the overall drive to boost its competitiveness in Southeast Asia.”
The British Chamber has consistently collaborated with government agencies and the private sector in addressing key areas such as inflation management, food security, and enhancing industry competitiveness across sectors like cybersecurity, agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare, among others. The Chamber remains committed to further strengthening UK-Philippine trade relations and contributing to the country’s broader economic growth.
Interested participants may register here:
https://britcham.org.ph/events/2025-midyear-briefing-powering-growth-through-policy-partnership-and-innovation/.
