More than 25 U.S. business executives and investors will travel to the Philippines from July 6 to 10 to explore business, tourism, and investment opportunities, as both countries seek to deepen economic ties. The delegation comprises executives from investment firms across the U.S. Northeast, Midwest, and other regions.
Delegation Agenda and Meetings
The five-day mission includes meetings with Philippine government officials and business leaders. Organizers stated that the visit aims to encourage more American companies to invest in the Philippines, which is positioning itself as a strategic destination for businesses expanding in Asia. The itinerary features business meetings, investment briefings, and site visits in Manila, Clark, Subic, and Corregidor.
In Manila, the delegation will attend a business forum hosted by local banks, business organizations, and the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines. The forum will highlight investment opportunities in renewable energy, banking, telecommunications, manufacturing, real estate, tourism, and shipping.
Focus on Infrastructure and Workforce
Delegates will also meet with officials from economic and tourism agencies to learn about the country's digital infrastructure, skilled workforce, and investment climate. In Central Luzon, the group will visit Clark and Subic to tour economic zones and examine infrastructure projects that support trade, manufacturing, and logistics.
The mission will conclude with a visit to Corregidor Island, underscoring the long-standing economic and historical ties between the Philippines and the United States.
Organizers and Partnership
The Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York organized the business mission in partnership with the Philippine Consulate General in New York and Chicago, along with public and private sector organizations from both countries.
