The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) announced a remarkable 1,263 percent surge in new investments during its first board meeting in January 2025, reaching P30.15 billion. This positive trend reflects PEZA's commitment to achieving its investment target of P235 to 250 billion for the year. The approved investments encompass 12 new and expansion projects across various sectors, including export manufacturing, IT-BPM, and domestic markets, with an estimated export value of $32.177 million and the potential to create 3,270 direct jobs. The United Kingdom emerged as a leading investor, joined by key players from China, the Netherlands, Australia, and Malaysia.
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority said it approved P30.15 billion in new investments during its first board meeting in January 2025, representing an increase of 1,263 percent from P2.212 billion a year ago.
The United Kingdom emerged as the leading investor in January, along with key investors from China, the Netherlands, Australia and Malaysia.
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