The Department of Trade and Industry’s Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI-BPS) convened more than 100 young Filipino engineers for the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Young Professionals (YP) Forum, aiming to strengthen the country’s pool of globally competitive technical experts.
Held in partnership with the IEC and the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers of the Philippines, Inc. (IIEE), the session introduced participants to the IEC Young Professionals Programme and the critical role of international electrotechnical standards in improving product safety, quality, and innovation.
The forum was led by IEC President Jo Cops, who previously served as Secretary-General of the Belgian Electrotechnical Committee (CEB-BEC) from 2012 to 2021. He highlighted global best practices and emerging technologies that shape the future of electrotechnical industries worldwide.
Since its launch in 2010, the IEC YP Programme has equipped young engineers across the globe with the skills needed to help industries meet international benchmarks. For 2025, 15 Filipino engineers have already been nominated to represent the Philippines in the global program — a milestone that underscores the country’s growing commitment to world-class technical leadership.