Investment approvals from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) rose in volume during the first two months of 2026, signaling sustained investor interest in economic zones even as the overall value of commitments declined year on year.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) is moving to overhaul its landmark law as it marks 31 years, in a bid to sharpen the country’s investment edge amid rising competition in Southeast Asia.
China-based Helioway Precision Hardware (Phils) Corp. is investing more than P200 million in a new precision manufacturing facility in Batangas, marking its formal entry into the Philippines’ export sector after signing a registration agreement with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority.
A delegation from the European Parliament has thrown its weight behind efforts to revive negotiations for a free trade agreement between the Philippines and the European Union, signaling renewed momentum for a long-anticipated pact.
Filinvest Land Inc. (FLI) has secured Philippine Economic Zone Authority registration for Filinvest Innovation Park – Ciudad de Calamba (FIPC), formally entering the country’s expanding ecozone network and positioning Laguna as a magnet for high-value, export-driven industries.
The Department of Agriculture (Philippines) and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources have signed new agreements with Papua New Guinea and the Marshall Islands to strengthen cooperation in the fisheries sector.
The Philippines showcased significant progress in legal and regulatory reforms during the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) Steering Committee meeting on May 12, highlighting efforts to create a transparent, competitive, and investment-friendly business environment.
Philippine seafood exporters secured about P31.68 billion in booked and negotiated sales during the 32nd Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, Spain, according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).