By Sharaine Ghail Taaca and Shannalie Tabares/UPV interns
For its significant contributions to economic resilience and sustainable growth in the region, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Iloilo was honoured with the prestigious 2024 Presidential Recognition for Outstanding Development Partners for Improving Access to Markets Category – Visayas.
The recognition was conferred by President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. on July 10 at the Malacañang Palace.
PCCI Iloilo President Engr. Fulbert Woo received the award along with Iloilo Business Expo Chair and Vice President Jerduen Noi Dongor, Department of Trade and Industry VI Regional Director Rachel Nufable, and Iloilo Provincial Director Ma. Dinda R. Tamayo.
As PCCI Iloilo’s flagship program, ILOBEX continues to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
ILOBEX, the largest business exhibition in Western Visayas, was launched in 2022 and continuously offers support and platforms for local MSMEs to exhibit their products and help them recover from the economic challenges brought about by the pandemic, and now provides ongoing support through training and workshops to ensure their growth and resilience.
PCCI Iloilo’s partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government, through the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Center, significantly contributes to the broader goal of long-term growth in the region, highlighting the importance of strong partnerships in attaining success in the economic landscape.
The Presidential Recognition for Outstanding Development Partners is an initiative that aims to recognize the programs and services of development partners that promote the MSME sector.
