Philippine potential in focus at BusinessWorld Economic Forum 2025

THE PHILIPPINES is on track to build a bigger and more competitive economy, with government initiatives, private sector investments and international interest coming together to create more opportunities for millions of Filipinos.

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The progress will be in focus at the BusinessWorld Economic Forum 2025 at the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Manila in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig on May 22.

With the theme “Unlocking Philippines’ Potential,” the forum will bring together policymakers, economists, top executives and business leaders from various industries.

Participants will engage in a full day of discussions about where the country’s economic growth is heading and what challenges must be addressed. The forum will also serve as a platform for open dialogue on critical strategies for sustainable development.

The opening keynote session titled “The Philippines at an inflection point” will be delivered by Arsenio M. Balisacan, secretary of the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development. His presentation is expected to cover both risks and opportunities tied to internal policies and global trends.

Andrew Tsang, country economist for the Philippines at the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO), will talk about how the Philippines can keep pace with evolving global conditions with a keynote titled “Redefining the Philippines’ role in a changing global economy.”

Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick D. Go will deliver the second keynote titled “The roadmap to a high-growth economy.” He is expected to provide an overview of economic reforms and how these can spur inclusive development.

Several panel discussions and fireside chats will focus on the challenges affecting Philippine industries and society and offer perspectives from experts and leaders across sectors.