MAN OF STEEL: How Benjamin Yao steers the country's top steel bar manufacturer and supplier, SteelAsia, against the odds. AIR POWER:  For PhilJets' Thierry Tea, it is important to expand network in the growth and success of a business.

When weak or corrupt local governments allow overdevelopment, leading to environmental crises, this is the team—composed of three cabinet secretaries—that comes to fix it. Know more about the unique and formidable team composed of Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Roy Cimatu, Interior and Local Government Secretary Eduardo Año, and Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat as they grace the cover of Asian Dragon’s 74th issue. 
The three of them were assigned to the Boracay rehabilitation, which has been an arguable success, although not without criticism and casualties, and the process is still ongoing. They are now tackling Baguio, with the cooperation of its dynamic new Mayor, Benjie Magalong. During this year, they will move to different major tourist destinations, this time not to rehabilitate, but to head off the kind of environmental and social catastrophes that occurred in Boracay and Baguio. [This initiative has, of course, been suspended, in light of the crisis, but is still very much alive, and will be continued when practical. —Ed.]

Grab a copy of the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full cover story along with the inspiring stories of noted cardiologist Dr. Carlos Lu, SBS Philippines’ late maverick Necisto Sytengco, Autokid Truck Solutions’ Kevin Mchale Yao, real estate developer Joeben Tai, Honorary Consul of Belarus Annette Ablan, Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar president Paul Kerr, New World Makati Hotel GM Marcel van Mierlo, Philippine Franchising Association Sherill Ramos Quintana, and many more.

Written by Rafael A. S. G. Ongpin
Photographed by Dix Perez

Everyone calls him “Gov,” and has called him that since 1972, when he was first elected to that position. It’s almost an understatement that Luis “Chavit” Singson is a living legend, having not only survived some rather spectacular political adversity, but flourished and prospered despite it. Download the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story on Chavit Singson along with the inspiring stories of TESDA’s Isidro Lapena, Ayala Land’s Rowena Tomeldan, Harbest’s Toto Barcelona, Winford Resort and Casino’s Jeff Evora, SMX’s Walid Wafik, and many more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

On April 14 of this year, Dr. Rolando Bonifacio Hortaleza, M.D. made a surprising announcement: that he had agreed to sell his family's majority interest in publicly listed Splash Corporation, which he and his wife had founded in 1985, to Wipro Consumer Corporation (WCC) of Bangalore, India for "P9 to 11 billion." It was definitely a lucrative outcome for Hortaleza, but a surprising one, for industry watchers who had seen his entrepreneurial passion and dedication to nurturing and growing his brainchild brands. It was almost a shock to see him let go of the reins. Asian Dragon met with Dr. Hortaleza at this remarkable crossroads in his life. Download the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story on Dr. Rolando Hortaleza, along with the inspiring stories of Maribel Ongpin, Mary Jane Torres, KK Chua, Albert Almendralejo, Robby Goco, Dr. Arnel Del Barrio, Dalareich Polot, Yong Tat Lee, Maria Manlulu-Garcia, and many more.

Who is the young, daring 44-year-old entrepreneur named Antonio “Tony” Lee Tiu, who has assembled a group of foreign investors from China to finance his dream project, to build the Philippines’ first-ever subway in the financial center of Makati City? Costing Php189 billion, the project has already been approved by the city government, led by newly reelected Mayor Abigail “Abby” Binay-Campos. On August 2, Tiu agreed to give Asian Dragon magazine an exclusive interview.

Download the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story on Antonio Lee Tiu along with the inspiring stories of Elbert Cuenca, Winston Keh, Kim Policarpio, Jamie Lao, H.E Jorge Moragas, and many more. Also available at leading bookstores nationwide

New AirAsia head Sheila Marie Bermudez Romero juggles her roles as business leader, homemaker and mother, and hardworking philanthropist—with utmost style. Personifying the traits of a lioness, Sheila is independent-minded, intense, loyal, courageous, but also gracious and lively. Although she claims that her husband, Rep. Michael “Mikee” Romero, is the family breadwinner, Sheila is like the primary “huntress,” pivotal to the enduring relationships in her family and the nurturing of her children.

Download the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story on Sheila Romero along with the inspiring stories of Tourism Promotions Board’s Venus Tan, KTM’s Dino Santos, Henry and Sons CEO and master roaster Michael Harris Conlin, IACADEMY’s Vanessa Tanco, Lalamove’s Dannah Majorocon, Golden Bay Fresh Landholdings Inc. COO Jardin Wong, and many more. Available at leading bookstores nationwide

The 25th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, Lucas Bersamin, was appointed at a time of unusual political polarization. While it is hard to say that an organized political opposition exists, some elements did criticize his appointment, accusing Bersamin of being beholden to former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, during whose term he was appointed twice. Asian Dragon thought it would be interesting to meet him and get to know him in the context of his career, which has been distinguished. Politics aside, this is a man who has risen through the ranks of the justice system, starting as a provincial lawyer. It is hard to argue that he lacks the qualifications and experience to be in the highest seat of the judiciary.

Grab a copy of the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story on Chief Justice Lucas Bersamin along with the inspiring stories of Clark pioneer Bong Alvaro, the National Museum of Natural History’s architect Dominic Galicia, Architect Rebecca Plaza, Palacio de Memoria’s Camille Lhuillier, Kayne Litonjua of Marquina Shoemaker, and many more.

After Asian Dragon's February issue hit the stands with Department of Budget and Management Secretary Benjamin Diokno on the cover, our cover personality was appointed the new Governor of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. The appointment is the latest milestone in the career of Diokno, the man we called "The embattled economist in the Duterte cabinet" in our story, due to the challenges he faced during his tenure.

Download the latest issue of Asian Dragon magazine to read the full story along with the inspiring stories of Lexus Manila Raymond Rodriguez, 51 Talk Jack Huang, Hilton Manila GM Simon McGrath, young visionary restaurateur Avin Ong, National Gallery Singapore curator Clarissa Chikiamco, renowned jewelry designer Hans Brumann, and many more.

Samuel Po is a very soft-spoken man. He is a property magnate today, known as the developer of Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, an up-start five-star hotel that has dared to challenge the mighty Edsa Shangri-La on its home turf. How Samuel Po, a self-described 'probinsyano' from Iloilo, made it big--from nightclubs to baby diapers (EQ Diapers)--is a very unusual story.

Grab a copy of the latest issue of Asian Dragon Magazine to read the full story on Samuel Po along with the inspiring stories of Rex Bookstore's Dominador Buhain, new generation entrepreneurs Tomoyuki Fukura and Edric Chua, fashion designer Randy Ortiz, curator Ricky Francisco, and many more.

Sen. Aquilino Martin "Koko" Pimentel III stepped down from the Senate presidency earlier this year with a strangely beatific demeanor. That same day, the Senate press corps badgered him, to the point that he admitted that he and his girlfriend, Anna Kathryna Yu, were engaged to be married. It is indeed a new life and a new beginning for Sen. Koko, whose first marriage ended acrimoniously in 2011. Kathryna is 18 years younger than Koko, but the bond between them is unique. 

See the full story on Asian Dragon’s Vol. 12 No. 5 issue alongside the inspiring journeys of Tzu Chi Foundation’s Stephen Huang, Erwan Heussaff, Ronald Mascariñas, Dr. Brian Cabral, and more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

Injap is on our cover again. Last time, he had just sold 70 percent of Mang Inasal to Jollibee Foods. This time he is leading his Double Dragon Properties to become a major player in the industry. He gave us an insight into how he starts and grows his businesses. 

See the full story on Asian Dragon Vol. 12 No. 4 issue. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

Transportation Secretary Art Tugade means business—and he has the corporate experience, the work ethic, and the backbone to get a myriad of projects off the ground. See the full story on Asian Dragon’s Vol. 12 No. 3 issue alongside the inspiring journeys of Martin Tinio, Mayor Pidi Barzaga, Commissioner Raymund Liboro, Cathy Yang, H.E Nicolas Galey, Chef AJ Reyes, Architect Jose Siao Ling and more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

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Secretary of National Defense Delfin Lorenzana brings an impressive mix of combat and managerial experience to a big job-one he never expected. See the full story on Asian Dragon's Vol. 12 No. 2 issue alongside the inspiring journeys of Former Chief Justice Reynato Puno, Santi Elizalde, Bryan McClelland, David Leechiu, Dutch Ambassador Marion Derckx, Martin Cu, Benedict Que, Martin Kaspar, and more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

From petroleum to logistics, Dennis A. Uy’s success story is an insight into the future of Philippine business. He has disrupted traditional, elite-dominated Filipino business. To the posh Makati crowd, he seems to have come out of nowhere, not only a country boy, but from deep Mindanao. Suddenly, or so it appears to them, he is in control of the largest independent petroleum business in the country, and now, in partnership with the SM group, one of the largest logistics group.

See the full story on Asian Dragon’s Vol. 12 No. 1 issue alongside the inspiring journeys of Commissioner Isidro “Sid” Lapena, Intramuros Administration’s Guiller Asido, Seda Vertis North GM Brett Hickey, Egyptian ambassador Ahmed Abdelaziz Ezzat, mother-and-daughter team Lolita and Louella Ching of Chinatown TV and more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

Real empowerment comes after significant life experiences, and moves one to make a bigger difference. Asian Dragon gathers seven women to represent what "empowerment" means. Know more about Caroline Taojo, Tina Cuevas, Marivic Vasquez, Agnes Huibonhoa, Barbara Sycip, Ching Cruz, and Vicki Belo as we feature them on our cover this issue. 

See the full story on Asian Dragon's December 2017-January 2018 issue alongside the inspiring journeys of Aigle CEO Romain Guinier, Jewels Clothing Corporation's Patrick Moa, designer and artisan advocate Lenora Cabili of Filip+Inna, PHLPost Chairman Norman Fulgencio and more. Also in the issue are the latest updates and trends in fashion, beauty, health, and cars.

ON A FAST TRACK TO ‘CLEAN’ THE CITY: How Mike Monroe Yu founded the Uber of apartment and condo cleaning services, with help from a workforce of former OFWs, IN BUSINESS TO SHARE BLESSINGS: For Carl Dy of Spectrum Investments, it’s not just about gaining more clients, but teaching them how to secure their cash flow and live a quality life...

Asian Dragon Magazine is a prestige business and lifestyle publication that caters to the respected elite in Philippine society, and presents the efforts and achievements of the Filipino-Chinese community and also the mainstream business community in the development of the country. Asian Dragon also features in-depth profiles of the community’s movers and shakers, their characters, their ideas and legacies, and entrepreneurial genius. As substance goes hand-in-hand with style, balancing out the business and political sections are the latest lifestyle trends in fashion, beauty, luxury and arts, gadgets and automotives, dining and entertaining, and the best of travel destinations.

Mother-and-daughter team Lourdes Aquino Tan and Audrey Zubiri open a warehouse for fine, classy Italian furniture that doesn’t break the bank...

Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II and PNP Chief Ronald ‘Bato’ De La Rosa are leading the war against drugs as they land the cover of Asian Dragon’s Anniversary issue August-September 2016. One is fighting the war from the hallowed walls of the Supreme Court; the other, from the front lines of the police force; but both are gung-ho and determined to make a significant difference in their respective departments.

Also inside are Mario’s Nenuca Benitez, Neda’s Dr. Ernesto Pernia, Fishermall’s Bobby Del Rosario, Filipino sport brand Accel’s Willie Ortiz, the techie-slash-foodie Charles Paw, a travel itinerary to Moravia, Lucio Tan, Jr.’s wine cave, and more.

The cover of Asian Dragon June-July 2016 is the backstory of hybrid rice in the Philippines and the story of businessman and agritech pioneer Henry Lim Bon Liong’s amazing journey of tragedy, determination, and serendipity. His is a well-told tale that brings back hope of rice self-sufficiency in the country.

Also inside the issue are culinary legend Chef Joan Roca, VMV’s beautiful Laura Verallo Bertoto, GMA’s Mike Tuviera, stories of Fresh Start Organics and Datem Construction, Fall/Winter’s boldest makeup trends, Arleen Sipat-Sutton’s beautiful pieces, a trip to Copenhagen, and more.

In preparation for the 2016 presidential elections, Asian Dragon asked the five presidential candidates about hot button issues,and their in-depth answers and stories are the cover story of Asian Dragon April-May 2016. We got to know Jejomar Binay, Rodrigo Duterte, Grace Poe, Mar Roxas, and Miriam Defensor-Santiago as they reveal their thoughts and platforms.

Also inside the issue are Gardenia’s Simplicio Umali, ATC’s Derrick Wong, Barbie and Hot Wheel’s Albert Yao, writer and businessman Wilson Lee Flores, a trip to Sabah, and more.

Spurred on by high standards and a senseof culinary adventure, young, aggressive restaurateursJon Syjuco, Abba Napa, and Eli Antonino of theMoment Group have transformed the Manila restaurant scene and they share how they’re chasing the perfect dining moment on the cover story of Asian Dragon January-March 2016. It’s amazing how in just three years, this trio has already put up 12 brands and over two dozen stores.

Also inside this issue are the home of Claude Tayag, Asia’s best female chef 2016 Margarita Fores, Chief Justice Ma. Lourdes Sereno’s tribute to former Chief Justice Florentino Feliciano, photographer Sara Black’s solar advocacy, fire monkey year predictions, and more.

Heneral Luna is now a cultural phenomenon, embraced by all levels of the public, and how it came to be made is a story in itself. Whatever its flaws, Luna is undoubtedly rich in philosophical meaning, political analogy, and cultural significance. Director Jerrold Tarog and Producers Ed Rocha and Fernando Ortigas tells the 18-year-long tale inside Asian Dragon’s November-December 2015 issue.

Also inside the issue are a visit to DusitThani’s new farm-to-fork dining concept, MasterChef Asia’s judges, Norway Ambassador H.E. Eric Forner, confection prodigy chef Cheong Jun Bo, master entertainer and philantrophist Mellie Ablaza, and the ultimate holiday food guide.

Wilson Sy is one of the most successful stockbrokers in the Philippines today and it is only apt for him to land himself on the cover of Asian Dragon September-October 2015. He started Phil equity Fund in 1994, which emerged as the single most successful mutual fund on the market, and has just released a book, called ‘Opportunities of a Lifetime,’ which details his learnings, successes, and failures in investing.

Also inside this issue are General Ric Marquez, CATS Motors’ Renato Nuñez, Terry Selections’ Juan Carlos de Terry, US Ambassador H.E. Philip Goldberg, a look at Crossfit, extreme vacationing at Slovenia, learning about over 350 different varieties of cheeses, and more.

Back in 2015, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte of Davao City can’t decide whether to run or not in the 2016 presidential elections. He lands the cover of Asian Dragon July-August 2015 and he expounds on what to expect if he wins. He also gives us a glimpse of his humble beginnings, having been bullied by Manileños, making it as a lawyer, and starting out as Davao City Mayor back in 1988.
Also inside this issue are the stories of I Am Kim’s Chef Him Uy De Baron, queen of Italian furniture Florence Ko, Uniqlo’s Katsumi Kubota, and restaurateur Richie Yang, must-try recipes from kusinero-singer Raymond Lauchengco and Uraro Queen MitaRejano-Reyes, and more.

A family’s labor of love may soon become northern Cebu’s most famous world-class resort destination but for now, the geniuses behind it, mother-and-son tandem Mariquita and Martin Yeung land the cover of Asian Dragon May-June 2015. Kandaya was originally the site of their beach house, where the Yeung family would spend their Philippine vacations as their children were growing up. Now, Kandaya is open to non-Yeungs and has become a private sanctuary that’s so beautiful it could be mistaken for another world.

Also inside this issue are Philippine online shopping giants OLX, Lazada, and Zalora, Bonchon’s recipe for success, an exclusive interview with Gen. Benjie Magalong, chefs Elena Arzak’s and Nobu’s visits to Manila, a peek into the country’s hidden beaches, cellar door hopping at Barossa Valley in Australia, and more.

Theirs was once a company dedicated solely to construction. Now, with Isidro “Sid” Consunji at the helm, D.M. Consunji Inc. has expanded into property development, power, mining, infrastructure, and many other businesses, all building from the company’s core competence. “We’re not really diversifying,” claims Consunji, who declares that “reinvention” is the key to their success. Read his interview with executive editor Apa Ongpin in the cover story of Asian Dragon May-June 2013 Issue, the business and lifestyle magazine for Filipino-Chinese movers and shakers.

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