A Japanese business delegation has explored potential investment opportunities in supply chain integration for Philippine industries, according to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
In a statement, the DTI reported that a trade and investment mission from Okayama, Japan, visited the Philippines from Feb. 9-13 to assess business prospects and strengthen supply chain collaboration.
“The delegation aimed to explore investment opportunities and enhance supply chain integration within the Philippine industrial ecosystem,” the DTI stated.
The delegation included executives from Okayama-based companies across various sectors, including manufacturing, education, software development, property management, steel processing, banking and finance, and the automotive industry.
As part of the visit, the group participated in networking events and conducted site visits to economic zones in Manila, Cavite, and Cebu.
“These activities provided Japanese executives with insights into the Philippine market, allowing them to evaluate investment opportunities and engage with key government and private sector stakeholders,” the DTI noted.
The delegation also met with officials from the Japanese Embassy in Manila and the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) for discussions on the country’s economic zones, incentive programs, and investment opportunities.
Board of Investments Managing Head Ceferino S. Rodolfo welcomed the delegation, emphasizing the Philippines’ commitment to fostering a competitive and investor-friendly business environment.
“The Philippines offers a dynamic economic landscape, attractive incentives, and strategic advantages that position it as an ideal partner for Japanese enterprises seeking to expand in Southeast Asia,” Rodolfo said.
PEZA Director General Tereso O. Panga highlighted the long-standing presence of Japanese investors in the country’s economic zones.
“With over 800 Japanese firms contributing P589 billion in investments and creating more than 300,000 direct jobs, we are optimistic that this mission will further strengthen collaboration and attract additional high-value manufacturing investments to the Philippines,” Panga stated.
During the visit, the delegation toured Nakashima Philippines Corp. and JPN, Inc. at the Cavite Economic Zone, as well as Tsuneishi Heavy Industries in Balamban, Cebu.
“The visit sought to explore opportunities for supply chain integration with Tsuneishi, a global shipbuilder, while also assessing further prospects within the West Cebu Industrial Park,” the DTI said.
The agency added that the visit highlighted the growth potential of the Philippines’ shipbuilding industry and its ability to attract increased Japanese investment in industrial estates with modern infrastructure and investor-friendly regulatory frameworks.
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