15 October 2014 - The Philippine Embassy in Rome highlighted the crucial role of the private sector in national development and made a presentation on the robust business climate in the Philippines during the Investors’ Night of Megaworld on October 11.
Citing the Philippines as “a country of where everything is more fun,” Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Leila C. Lora-Santos presented the latest statistics and developments on the Philippine economy, highlighted the state of the real estate industry, and actively encouraged investments in the country.
The bright prospects presented by the stronger economic integration of ASEAN in 2015 were also highlighted, as well as the strong bilateral ties between the Philippines and Italy, with some strong personal linkages originating from marriage or by being 2nd generation Filipino-Italian nationals.
The Italian businessmen were assured of the support and assistance of the Philippine Embassy in their investment-decision making in whatever sector of their interest in the country. END