Top government officials, business leaders, diplomats, and decision makers will converge for a two-day conference to discuss strategies for stronger economic security, inclusive governance, and sustainable growth as the country faces rising global and domestic economic challenges.

The 10th Pilipinas Conference of the Stratbase Group, which will be held from Nov. 20 to 21, is an annual event dubbed as one of the country’s leading platforms for policy dialogue and reform advocacy, bringing together key players from government, the diplomatic corps, business, and civil society

Day 1 of the Pilipinas Conference 2025 will open with a high-level forum titled “Enhancing Cyber Resilience: Approaches, Responses, and Practical Actions.”

The session will tackle the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape in the Indo-Pacific, exploring the strategic, legal, political, and technical dimensions of safeguarding critical infrastructure.

Discussions will center on cross-border cyber threats, policy and coordination challenges, and the need for stronger public-private collaboration and regional partnerships to enhance collective resilience.

The second day of the conference, themed “Strengthening Economic Security and Resilience through Inclusive Governance,” will spotlight how public-private partnerships can shape policies that protect the economy, empower citizens, and position the Philippines for long-term prosperity.

Among the high-level speakers are Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla, Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Secretary Vivencio Dizon, Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Sharon Garin, and Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Raphael Lotilla.

They will be joined by leading executives from the infrastructure, energy, and business sectors.

“Economic security is now central to national security,” said Prof. Victor Andres "Dindo" Manhit, President of Stratbase Group. “We need strong governance, transparent institutions, and an empowered private sector to ensure that growth is not only sustainable but also inclusive.”

This year’s conference comes at a pivotal moment—after the midterm elections and the opening of the 20th Congress—creating new opportunities for legislation that will bolster economic resilience and attract high-value investments.

“The Philippines is navigating a rapidly changing global environment. By aligning domestic reforms with international trends, we can create an economy that is more competitive, more connected, and more capable of withstanding external shocks,” Manhit shared.

Key sessions will tackle economic security and governance reforms that strengthen transparency and accountability in public financial management, and strategic investments in infrastructure and their impact on local industries and job creation.

The economic outlook at the midpoint of the Marcos Jr. administration, the private sector’s role in driving innovation and sustainability; and energy transition and initiatives to secure affordable, clean, and reliable power for Filipinos will also be discussed.

“The Pilipinas Conference continues to serve as a meeting ground for ideas that shape national policy,” Manhit emphasized. “By bringing together decision-makers and reform advocates, we can move from discussion to action, and from resilience to real, inclusive progress.”