President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday called on top business executives from both the Philippines and Cambodia to strengthen partnership and collaboration in key sectors in light of the deepening bilateral ties between the two nations.
In his keynote address at the CEO B2B Networking Roundtable, a major highlight of his three-day State Visit to Phnom Penh, President Marcos encouraged business leaders to build on the momentum of the growing economic relations.
“With continued collaboration, I am confident that our economic ties will expand further. The future of our relationship lies not only in traditional industries, but also in emerging, high-impact sectors that will define the next phase of our development,” the President said.
President Marcos told the business executives that the Philippines is focused on expanding cooperation in sectors such as consumer goods, education, healthcare, franchising, infrastructure, agro-processing, and logistics.
“These industries are critical drivers of both economic modernization and social development,” President Marcos stressed.
“They are fully aligned with our national development goals, and they also reflect global trends in innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation,” the President added.
The President also reiterated the government’s commitment to creating a business-friendly environment that supports private sector growth in both countries.
President Marcos underscored that the partnership between the private sector and the government is vital in achieving sustainable development and inclusive growth.
“In the Philippines, we view the business sector as an essential partner in national development,” the President said.
“While the government is focused on creating the enabling environment through stable policy, sound regulations, and strategic infrastructure, it is the private sector that moves capital, creates jobs, introduces technology, and delivers meaningful and lasting impact on the ground,” the President added.
The CEO B2B Networking Roundtable was organized by the Department of Trade and Industry, the Cambodia Chamber of Commerce, and the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Business Association. PND
