The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is optimistic about a surge in Japanese investments in the Philippines following high-level business engagements in Japan from April 27 to May 1.
The mission aimed to expand partnerships in advanced manufacturing, electronics, agri-technology, health technology, construction services, and professional advisory services.
PEZA Director General Tereso O. Panga said the visit reinforced Japan’s status as one of the Philippines’ top investment partners, with multiple companies exploring expansion and new projects in Philippine economic zones.
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which operates its largest magnet manufacturing facility in the Philippines, is considering expansion amid growing global demand for electric vehicle components.
Meanwhile, E-SUPPORTLINK Ltd. is piloting AI- and drone-based crop monitoring for banana plantations in Davao and may establish AI processing operations to support broader agricultural applications for coconut, cacao, and pineapple.
Other prospects include a major Japanese construction and real estate group evaluating the Philippines for CAD and design operations, and a manufacturer of health monitoring and precision measuring devices assessing the country as a site for its third ASEAN factory.
PEZA also held talks with SIIX Corporation and international law firm Uryu & Itoga to strengthen investment promotion and investor support initiatives, signaling a broader push to attract Japanese enterprises to Philippine economic zones.
