Arangkada in the News
Commentary: Enhancing human capital in the 10-point...
21 September, 2017 at 14:00
What do we need to advance this country over the long term?
[OPINION] The investment and infrastructure challenges in...
21 September, 2017 at 09:54
In the medium term, the government is aiming to reach an annual GDP growth of between 7% and 8%. These rates are higher than we’ve seen in recent years, but our officials are optimistic.
At least $10 B yearly FDI possible...
15 September, 2017 at 12:00
The Philippines can easily attract at least $10 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) annually once existing restrictions and improvement on its overall competitiveness are addressed, the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) of the Philippines said.
Gov’t urged to prioritize construction of annex...
14 September, 2017 at 22:01
The government should prioritize the development of the remaining spaces at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport into an annex terminal while it is still weighing the two proposals to build new airports either in Sangley Point or Bulacan.
Korean firms leave Philippines for Vietnam
25 August, 2017 at 13:00
Korean manufacturing companies in the Philippines are packing up and leaving the country for Vietnam where they see lower costs and an easier way of doing business.
Peace and order situation worries foreign investors
25 August, 2017 at 12:00
Foreign business groups based here in the country have raised reservations regarding the local peace and order situation, warning that overseas tourists and investors might be more hesitant in engaging the Philippines under an uncertain political climate.
JFC expresses support to Duterte programs
25 August, 2017 at 10:56
Foreign business chambers yesterday expressed their full confidence and support to President Duterte’s administration even as they highlighted peace and order of any country as critical factor in attracting and making investment decision.
[OPINION] How the businessmen vote
25 August, 2017 at 09:00
The other day, we got a peek at what foreign businessmen think of the Duterte administration’s performance so far. The picture is generally positive, but with some alarums starting to be raised about peace and order.
Arangkada forum to explore PHL industrialization
24 August, 2017 at 10:47
Foreign businesses are looking forward to helping the Philippines reach the next level of development by helping it diversify away from economic pillars like business process outsourcing (BPO) by boosting agriculture, among other sectors.
The Sixth Anniversary Arangkada Philippines Forum: Implementing...
12 July, 2017 at 10:44
The Sixth Anniversary Arangkada Philippines Forum of the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) of the Philippines will be held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom on September 14, 2017.
Arangkada forum to tackle 10-point Duterte agenda
29 May, 2017 at 16:00
Business groups will focus on the 10-point socioeconomic agenda of President Rodrigo R. Duterte in the next Arangkada forum.
[VIDEO] Effects of slowing global economic growth...
18 April, 2016 at 14:27
[VIDEO] Effects of slowing global economic growth on PH CNN Philippines | April 14, 2016
Building a stronger Philippine economy
4 April, 2016 at 11:25
OVER 600 DELEGATES consisting of chamber members, diplomatic corps, senior government officials, business leaders, industry experts and media partners were in attendance at the Grand Ballroom of the Manila Marriott Hotel in Pasay City for the 5th Arangkada Philippines Forum
