The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) stated that the government must intensify its efforts to expand the country’s export markets to maintain the competitiveness of local industries amid the increase in tariffs on Philippine goods by the United States (US). In a statement, the...
Senator Rodante Marcoleta has filed a bill seeking to remove the 12 percent value-added tax (VAT) on the sale of electricity at all stages, in an effort to lower power rates and alleviate the financial burden on Filipino households and businesses. “The Philippines remains to be one of the...
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) is warning lawmakers about the severe ramifications of the lower chamber-approved ₱200 daily minimum wage hike, calling out its impact on the economy and job security. PCCI issued the statement following the House of Representatives’...
President Marcos ' directive for Cabinet resignations has sparked a mix of hope and apprehension in the local financial market, as some view it as a necessary step toward improved governance and economic performance, while others are concerned about potential market volatility during the...
Senatorial candidate Ben Tulfo has called on business owners, particularly members of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), to take a stand against flawed practices and systems. Senatorial candidate Ben Tulfo Speaking at a press conference in Cagayan De Oro, Tulfo emphasized the...
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines, in collaboration with the Embassy of France to the Philippines, the French Foreign Trade Advisors, Philippines-France Business Council, Makati Business Club, and the Department of Trade and Industry, successfully hosted the...
PNP Chief, Police General Rommel Francisco Marbil (File photo) (UPDATED) General Rommel Francisco Marbil, chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), held a “high-level” meeting with the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) on Friday, April 11, to...
Top business groups have condemned the kidnapping and murder of Filipino-Chinese tycoon Anson Que and his driver, demanding swift justice and reforms to strengthen law enforcement. In a joint statement, the Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport), Philippine Chamber of Commerce and...
The country’s leading business chamber, which mostly consists of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), is bracing for extra costs due to the Trump administration’s imposition of a 17-percent tariff on Philippine imports. In a statement, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said...
Victor T. Lim, former BSP governor Amado M. Tetangco,Jr., Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, and Tan Ching (Photo by Vicson Tan) Photos by Vicson Tan The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII) has elected industrialist and philanthropist Victor Lim as...
Victor Lim Industrialist Victor Lim has been elected as the new president of the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), signaling a focus on continued business and socio-civic development. Lim's election, which followed three rounds of voting...
SM Foundation and German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry partner on workforce development. (L-R) German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) Dual Training & Education and Special Services Director Kristina Silan, GPCCI board member Tristan Loveres, GPCCI...
