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PBBM meets some of the world’s top CEOs and investment experts during a dinner
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s investment pitch for the Philippines received "a very positive response" from some of the world's top CEOs and investment experts during a dinner hosted for him by Grab Chairman and CEO Anthony Tan at the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. Among those present were: 1. Luhut Pandjaitan, Coordinating Minister of Maritime and Investment Affairs, Republic of Indonesia 2. Andy Jassy, CEO, Amazon 3. Jared Kushner, Founder, Affinity Partners 4. Patrick Foulis, Editor-in-Chief, Economist 5. Alan Jope, CEO, Unilever 6. Bill Ford, CEO, General Atlantic, one of the largest equity firms in the world 7. Molly Ford, Wife of Bill Ford 8. Bahlil Lahadalia, Minister of Investment, Republic of Indonesia 9. Dr. Bambang Susantono, Chairman of ID New Capital City Authority 10. Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, Minister of Thailand 11. Jaime Bautista, Philippine Secretary of Transportation 12. Arsjad Rasjid, Chairman, KADIN 13. Tony Blair, Executive Chairman, Tony Blair Institute for Global Change 14. Dolf van den Brink, CEO, Heineken 15. Rachel Lord, Head of Asia, BlackRock, one of the largest investment firms in the world. Speaker Martin Romualdez, who was present during the dinner, said "everyone was excited about the Philippine recovery story and agreed that it is the future investor haven for western capital."

PBBM departs for Manila, concluding his state visit to the Czech Republic
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. departed for Manila, concluding his state visit to the Czech Republic. During his time in Prague, PBBM engaged in diplomatic discussions with Czech leaders, focusing on trade, investment, and the welfare of Filipino workers. He also addressed the Philippines-Czech Business Forum to promote Philippine tourism and encourage Czech businesses to invest in the country.
PBBM says PH gov’t intensifies tie up with Czech Republic to protect, ensure the welfare of OFWs
The Philippine government has intensified its collaboration with Czech Republic through the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) to protect rights and ensure the welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the central European country, President Ferdinand R. Marcos said.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday witnessed the ceremonial signing of memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Czech business leaders aimed at promoting trade and investment between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
Three MOUs promoting PH, Czech Republic trade, investment cooperation signed on PBBM’s state visit to Czech Republic
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday witnessed the ceremonial signing of memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Czech business leaders aimed at promoting trade and investment between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
PBBM outlined the country's role as a host to Tier 1 and 2 aerospace parts suppliers, serving major manufacturers like Airbus. He also discussed the Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Program, aimed at enhancing defense capabilities and creating opportunities for defense equipment sales.
PBBM discussed the Philippines’ aerospace industry and defense capabilities in a meeting with Czechoslovak Group in Prague on March 15, 2024.
PBBM outlined the country's role as a host to Tier 1 and 2 aerospace parts suppliers, serving major manufacturers like Airbus. He also discussed the Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Program, aimed at enhancing defense capabilities and creating opportunities for defense equipment sales.
PBBM underscored the PH's strong track record in electronics manufacturing and emphasized the significant growth in the IT-BPM industry. The President highlighted the strength of the Filipino workforce, stating it as one of the country's biggest assets.
PBBM thanked ERA a.s. for their interest in investing in various industries in the Philippines, including IT-BPM, electronics, and defense-related technology.
PBBM underscored the PH's strong track record in electronics manufacturing and emphasized the significant growth in the IT-BPM industry. The President highlighted the strength of the Filipino workforce, stating it as one of the country's biggest assets.
PBBM invites Czech companies to invest in critical minerals processing to shockproof PH from global supply chain disruptions
Seeking to harness the expertise of the Czech Republic in minerals processing, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. invited Czech companies to invest in the processing of the country’s critical minerals to mitigate the risks of global supply chain disruptions.
PBBM on PH, Czech relations: Growing stronger, more robust
In his toast remarks at the Prague Castle hosted by Prague President Petr Pavel and his wife First Lady Eva Pavlová Thursday night, President Marcos highlighted the strong relationship between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.
PBBM hold talks with Czech Prime Minister H.E. Petr Fiala to enhance security and economic ties between the Philippines and the Czech Republic
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. held talks with Czech Prime Minister H.E. Petr Fiala to enhance security and economic ties between the Philippines and the Czech Republic. PBBM was joined by Senate President Juan Miguel Zubiri, House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo, Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual, Presidential Communications Office Secretary Cheloy Velicaria-Garafil, MNSA, and Philippine Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Eduardo Martin Meñez.
PBBM proceeds to the Chamber of Deputies for a meeting with the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, Hon. Markéta Pekarová Adamová
From the Czech Senate, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. proceeded to the Chamber of Deputies for a meeting with the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, Hon. Markéta Pekarová Adamová. The engagement included discussions on bilateral cooperation, defense collaboration, and economic opportunities between the Philippines and the Czech Republic.