The ECCP is a service-oriented organization whose main goal is to foster close economic ties and business relations between the Philippines and Europe.
๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ป๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ ๐ผ๐ป ๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ถ๐ ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ป๐ผ๐! ๐๏ธโ๏ธ
Explore the latest edition of ECCP's EuroPH Connect, featuring Hon. Mark T. Lapid, Chief Operating Officer of the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), as he shares insights into the agency's efforts to strengthen the Philippines' tourism competitiveness and promote a community-centered approach to tourism development.
Beyond our cover story, this issue also brings together destination features and the latest updates from the Chamber.
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Check out the highlights from yesterdayโs 2026 IP Horizons! ๐ก๐
Following the historic milestone in the EU-Philippines Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations on 22 September, the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), in collaboration with the South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk, convened key stakeholders for the โ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ผ๐ป๐: ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ป๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ข๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฟ๐๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐จ-๐ฃ๐ต๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐๐ด๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐โ to explore what the evolving trade deal means for Intellectual Property rights and European SMEs.
The forum examined how the #Philippines is responding to global IP developments, ranging from digital piracy and online counterfeiting to geographical indications (GIs), and how European businesses can align their IP strategies with both EU standards and Philippine legal reforms.
Industry experts including Atty. Edmund Jason Baranda, Managing Partner of Baranda and Associates โ Rouse & Co. International Limited and External Expert of the South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk, alongside Hon. Teodoro C. Pascua, Director General of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), emphasized that while the FTA opens new doors, strong IP strategies and evidence-gathering are essential for businesses to navigate the digital age and capitalize on new market opportunities.
The event was hosted and moderated by Atty. Reena Mitra-Ventanilla, Chairperson of the ECCP Intellectual Property Rights Committee.
Thank you to our Gold Partner, Baranda & Associates, and to everyone who contributed to a dynamic open forum and panel discussion!
๐ธ For official photos, visit: https://t.co/G6LRAITjBH
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Celebrating 30 years of Pru Life UK! โจ
On 23 September 2026, the ECCP joined Pru Life UKโs 30th Anniversary Gala, "Pearls of Gratitude," held at Intramuros, Manila.
The milestone gala brought together leaders from government, business, banking, and the financial services sector to celebrate Pru Life UK's three decades of protecting Filipino families, advancing financial security, and driving meaningful industry partnerships across the Philippines.
As a valued ECCP Corporate Partner and member since 1997, Pru Life UK continues to be a cornerstone of innovation and financial inclusion in the local business community.
The ECCP was represented by Mr. Austin Sy, ECCP's Industry and Government Affairs Manager.
We extend our warmest congratulations to the entire Pru Life UK team on 30 years of shared achievements and collective impact! Hereโs to many more years of fruitful collaboration and brighter possibilities ahead.
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Strengthening industry-academe ties! ๐ ๐ค๐ป
On 8 July 2026, the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) welcomed its new member, La Consolacion University Philippines (LCUP), to the Chamberโs Makati office for an educational visit and strategic dialogue.
The meeting aimed to strengthen industry-academe engagement and enhance understanding of current business trends, international best practices, and the evolving needs of the business community.
The meeting was joined by ECCP representatives Ms. Kyla Uy, Senior Advocacy Officer; Ms. Canela Reillo, Membership Officer; Mr. Justine Ocate, Advocacy Research Associate; Ms. Shaireen Dayao, Member Relations Associate; and Ms. Gen. Anaquita-Gatan, Director of Operations.
Representing LCUP were Dr. Evangeline Pascual-Dayao, Program Head of Business Administration; Dr. Cecille De Guzman, Faculty Member; Mr. Bobby Isip, CPA, Program Head of BS Accountancy; Ms. Camia Oficial, Faculty Member; Mr. Renmar Cruz, CPA, Faculty Member; and Mr. Edmund Arriola, CPA, Faculty Member.
The ECCP looks forward to furthering discussions and exploring cross-industry opportunities for collaboration with LCUP.
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: ECCP Hosts ASEAN Transportation Forum 2026 to Advance Safety and Sustainability in Philippine Air, Land Mobility
The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) will host the ASEAN Transportation Forum 2026, centering on the core theme โFrom Roads to Runways: Advancing Safety and Sustainability in Air and Land Transportation.โ The upcoming forum will convene key government leaders, prominent industry experts, and forward-thinking mobility innovators to collectively evaluate, discuss, and shape the future of Philippine multi-modal transport.
As the Philippines faces expanding mobility demands alongside critical air and road safety concerns, a persistent energy crisis, and pressing environmental challenges, the necessity for innovative and highly sustainable transport solutions has become more urgent than ever. The nation currently struggles with gridlocked land corridors and overcapacity air hubs, continuing to lag behind several of its ASEAN neighbors in essential transport infrastructure indicators. This ongoing disparity underscores the critical importance of long-term planning, increased capital investments, and robust public-private sector collaboration.
The timing of the forum carries significant strategic importance as the Philippines prepares to assume the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2026.
Read more at AvGeek Philippines: https://t.co/qEMsFCEjIa
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: PH Intellectual property body says ready to protect EU brands' IP rights
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) is ready to protect European brands and products as part of the Philippines - European Union Free Trade Agreement.
At a forum organized by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), IPOPHL Director General Teodoro Pascua said the agency can handle the potential arrival of more goods from Europe and protect the brands, copyrights, and intellectual property rights.
Read more at ABS-CBN News: https://t.co/cZK72pXYNc
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๐๐ข๐ข๐: The ECCP joined Turkish Airlinesโ Appreciation Night on 22 September 2026 at The Fifth Rockwell in Makati City. โ๏ธ
An ECCP Corporate Member since 2016, Turkish Airlines continues to be an active part of the Chamberโs business community. During the event, the airline also announced three additional weekly flights between Manila and Istanbul, increasing its service from 7 to 10 flights per week starting October.
In frame are ECCP Director of Operations Ms. Gen Anaquita-Gatan with ECCP members from OMLAW and UTravel. Also pictured is Mr. Huzeyfe Akhan, Country Manager of Turkish Airlines.
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: Philippines seals free trade deal with EU; European chamber welcomes agreement
The European Union and the Philippines have concluded negotiations for a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA), officials announced Tuesday, setting the stage for European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to formally sign the landmark deal in Manila.
"The mutually beneficial agreement should bring tangible benefits, including new opportunities for businesses, more investment and more jobs," according to the joint statement of the EU and the Philippines. [...]
The European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines also welcomed the free trade deal.
ECCP President Dr. Diana Edralin, MD, DPCOM hailed the pact as a "world-class framework" and urged lawmakers in Manila and Brussels to expedite domestic ratification.
ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein added that the agreement grants local exporters preferential access to a European market of nearly 450 million consumers while providing crucial long-term supply chain stability.
Read more at ANC 24/7 : https://t.co/KrQ0RrBG72
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[Photo from EUToday]
๐๐๐๐ฃ ๐ช๐ฒ๐น๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฐ๐น๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐จโ๐ฃ๐ต๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ฝ๐ฝ๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ก๐ฒ๐ด๐ผ๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐
The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) warmly welcomes the successful conclusion of negotiations for the European UnionโPhilippines Free Trade Agreement (EUโPH FTA), marking a monumental milestone in the economic partnership between the Philippines and the EU. This landmark achievement makes the Philippines only the third country in ASEANโfollowing Singapore and Vietnamโto conclude a bilateral free trade agreement with the European Union, cementing the nationโs status as a premier hub for European trade and investment in the Indo-Pacific.
Read the full statement below.
For additional insights, you may also read the Chamber's press release: https://t.co/JgPpJ3H0tK
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๐๐ข๐ข๐: On September 19, 2026, ECCP President and General Manager of Roche Philippines Dr. Diana Edralin moderated a panel at the 1st Philippines-ASEAN Business Forum titled "The Outlook for Global Trade: Perspectives from Business Leaders." The discussion centered on how a majority of firms are actively shifting supply chains with artificial intelligence and technology serving as top growth drivers.
The panel evaluated the Philippines' current strengths such as its skilled talent and tech-enabled services alongside the need to modernize infrastructure to align with regional growth. To accelerate competitiveness, the session highlighted the implementation of a "super-one-stop-shop" investment framework. Additionally, participants explored how mega-FTAs will force vital domestic reforms like easing investment caps and cutting red tape. Finally, the panel concluded with an ambitious, outside-the-box risk: establishing radical regulatory sandboxing to position the Philippines as the region's premier testing ground for future-forward digital and green trade.
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๐๐ข๐ข๐: The ECCP Board came together to shape whatโs ahead for our members and business community. ๐ช๐บ๐ต๐ญ
On 17 September 2026, the ECCP Board convened for a productive meeting hosted by Roche Philippines, with discussions centred on upcoming plans and activities for the Chamber.
With innovation and continuous improvement at the forefront, the Board remains focused on keeping members connected and engaged, while exploring new ways to enhance the member experience and deliver greater value in the year ahead.
The meeting also marked the Chamberโs warm welcome to Marjorie Garrovillo, Managing Director of Alaska Milk Corporation (AMC), as the newest member of the ECCP Board of Directors.
In photo are (from L-R): Mr. Florian Gottein, ECCP Executive Director; Mr. Lars Wittig, ECCP Vice President and Senior Vice President of APAC
IWG Plc; Mr. Albert Perez, ECCP Treasurer and Founder and CEO of Paul Morgann; Dr. Diana Edralin, ECCP President and General Manager of
Roche Philippines; Ms. Marjorie Garrovillo, Managing Director of Alaska Milk Corporation (AMC).
Also present were Mr. Bernd Schneider, Area General Manager Philippines of Raffles / Fairmont Makati; Mr. Roman Menz, ECCP Vice President and CEO of Republic Cement Services, Inc.; Mr. Ruben Camba, ECCP Vice President and ACCIONA's Managing Director for Southeast Asia; and Mr. Juha-Pekka Hoikka, Managing Director / Airbus Country Representative - Philippines of Airbus Helicopters Philippines, Inc.
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๐๐ข๐ข๐: Strengthening ECCPโs connections in Cebu! ๐คโจ
From 15โ17 September 2026, ECCPโs new Cebu Branch Officer, Ms. Mercedelin Buo, met with Cebu-based members and business leaders to learn more about their priorities, experiences, and interests, and explore opportunities for stronger engagement and collaboration.
Joining Ms. Mercedelin during the visits was ECCP Membership Officer Ms. Canela Reillo, with the discussions providing an opportunity to hear directly from members and identify ways ECCP can further support their businesses and encourage greater participation in the Chamberโs programmes and initiatives.
These conversations are part of ECCPโs continued efforts to strengthen its presence in Cebu and foster closer connections with its growing regional business community.
In photos:
๐ Accel4U Business Solutions
Mr. Jochen Bitzer, ECCP Cebu Business Council Chairperson, President & CEO; and Ms. Irma Bitzer, Chief Operating Officer
๐ Mabuhay Capital
Mr. David Thomas, Consultant
๐ Control Union Philippines
Mr. Von Saludar, Sales and Marketing Officer (Cebu)
๐ ACE-1 IT Solutions
Atty. Kenneth Varona, IT Solutions Specialist; and Engr. Michael Paquibot, IT Solutions Architect
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It takes a strong community to move important conversations forward. ๐ค
The ECCP extends its sincere gratitude to our esteemed partners who supported the ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฆ on 16 September 2026:
๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐๐ซ: National Dairy Authority
๐๐จ-๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ซ: Monde Nissin Corporation
๐๐๐ฏ๐จ๐๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐: Vouno Trade and Marketing Services Corporation
๐๐๐ฏ๐จ๐๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ซ: Hijo Superfoods
๐๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฉ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐๐ซ: Alaska Milk Corporation
๐๐๐๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฌ: The Impact Magazine, Powered to Wellness, and The Manila Times.
๐ธ For official photos, please visit: https://t.co/cR5kPs1BbY
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: Malnutrition costs PHL $8.5 billion yearly โ World Bank advisor
Malnutrition costs the Philippine economy about $8.5 billion (P534.1 billion), equivalent to 3% of gross domestic product (GDP), each year, underscoring the economic case for greater investment in nutrition, according to a World Bank advisor.
World Bank Senior Nutrition Advisor Cecilia Santos-Acuin said the cost of poor nutrition goes beyond individual health, affecting productivity, human capital and the countryโs long-term economic development.
โMalnutrition alone costs us about $8.5 billion, or 3% of our GDP per year,โ Ms. Santos-Acuin said during the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippinesโ (ECCP) fifth annual Nutrition Forum on Wednesday.
Read more at BusinessWorld: https://t.co/OKmTgdd2dG
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A conversation about nutrition is also a conversation about how we learn, work, grow, and build healthier communities! ๐ฅ
At the ECCP's ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฆ on 16 September 2026, experts, government partners, industry leaders, and development organisations unpacked the many ways nutrition intersects with learning, human development, food access, innovation, and public policy.
The forum featured insights from Acad. Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa, National Academician of NAST and PRC Board Member for Nutrition and Dietetics; Dr. Cecilia Acuin, Senior Nutrition Advisor at the World Bank Group; Mr. Miguel Angelo Mantaring, Director IV of the DepEd Philippines; Mr. Johan Lennefalk, Trade Commissioner of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Sweden; Mr. Kevin Carpio, Nutrition Advocacy Manager at Monde Nissin; Dr. Mercedita Macalintal, Pediatric Clinical Nutrition Expert; and Ms. Sheila Macias, Regulatory Affairs Associate of Vouno Trade and Marketing Services Corporation. Panel discussions were moderated by Ms. Helen Grace Baisa, Chairperson of the ECCP Food and Beverage Committee.
The event was also graced by Hon. Franklin Anthony M. Tabaquin IV, OIC Director General of the Food and Drug Administration Philippines, who shared about the FDAโs role in advancing collaborative nutrition systems.
Across the discussions, speakers highlighted how better nutrition outcomes depend not only on knowledge and policy, but also on collaboration across government, industry, the academe, and other sectors.
The ECCP thanks all our speakers, partners, and participants for helping move the discussion from what we know about nutrition to how we can turn that knowledge into action.
The 2026 Nutrition Forum is made possible by Industry Partner: National Dairy Authority; Co-Presenter: Monde Nissin Corporation; Advocacy Lead: Vouno Trade and Marketing Services Corporation; Advocacy Supporter: Hijo Superfoods; Table Top Partner: Alaska Milk Corporation; and Media Partners: The Impact Magazine, Powered to Wellness, and The Manila Times.
๐ธ For more photos, visit https://t.co/TyiDrX4Vja
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: ASEAN-EU summit to tackle trade, investment
More than 200 government and business leaders from ASEAN and Europe will gather in Manila next week as trade negotiations and growing investor interest put stronger economic ties between the two regions in focus.
The 12th ASEAN-EU Business Summit will be held on 22 September on the sidelines of the ASEAN Economic Ministersโ Meeting, bringing together policymakers, business executives and development institutions to discuss investment opportunities and economic cooperation.
Read more at Daily Tribune: https://t.co/ZNK307uOF3
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๐๐๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ช: Hon. Franklin Anthony M. Tabaquin IV, OIC Director General of the Food and Drug Administration (Philippines), takes the Nutrition Forum stage for his closing keynote about the FDAโs role in advancing collaborative nutrition systems. This is his first public appearance with the private sector since his appointment.
Following the keynote, Mr. Johan Lennefalk, Trade Commissioner of the Embassy of Sweden to the Philippines, and Mr. Kevin Carpio, Nutrition Advocacy Manager at Monde Nissin Corporation, will share presentations on collaborative and sustainable nutrition systems, responsible product formulation, and access and affordability.
This will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Helen Grace Baisa, ECCP Chairperson for the Food & Beverage Committee.
๐ธ More photos will be uploaded after the event at https://t.co/cR5kPs1BbY.
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๐๐๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ช: The ECCP convenes experts, government partners, industry leaders, and development organisations for its 2026 Nutrition Forum. ๐ฅ๐
The event opened with welcome remarks from ECCPโs Food & Beverage Chairperson Helen Grace Baisa, setting the stage for discussions on the role of science, policy, and collaboration in advancing nutrition outcomes in the Philippines.
The first session is now underway, featuring Acad. Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa, National Academician, NAST and PRC Board Member for Nutrition and Dietetics, who is discussing the link between nutrition and cognitive performance.
As the forum continues, participants will explore how evidence-based nutrition shapes food policy, standards, and innovation, as well as building partnerships across government, industry, and communities. The programme will also feature a closing keynote from Hon. Franklin Anthony M. Tabaquin IV, OIC Director General, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), on the role of science, standards, and stakeholders in advancing collaborative nutrition systems.
๐ธ Stay tuned for more updates! Official photos will be uploaded after the event at https://t.co/cR5kPs1BbY.
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๐ฅ๐๐๐: ECCP set to hold 5th Annual Nutrition Forum
The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), through its Food and Beverage Committee, is proud to host the 5th edition of the annual Nutrition Forum at Makati Shangri-La on Sept. 16.
Themed โBridging Science and Policy: Advancing Holistic Nutrition for a Smarter and Competitive Philippines,โ this yearโs forum will bring together experts, government partners, industry leaders, and development organizations to examine the interconnected pillars of nutrition.
Read more at The Manila Times: https://t.co/tZFFhKjxN0
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A showcase of Filipino talent and creativity! ๐จ
On 12 September 2026, the ECCP joined ELSAL Ventures OPC and its sister company, Gallery Genesis, for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the 38th Kulay Sa Tubig Watercolor Competition.
Since its inception in 1983, Kulay Sa Tubig has established itself as one of the Philippinesโ longest-running and most prestigious watercolor competitions, celebrating Filipino artistic excellence and the countryโs vibrant watercolor community. The exhibition showcases works by talented artists from across the country and brings together collectors, cultural leaders, media, and members of the creative community.
Representing the ECCP was Ms. Martina Torres, Membership Associate. In photo (from left to right) are Ms. Patrice Salas, President of Gallery Genesis; Ms. Maria Fatima Reyes, AVP Business Development and Marketing, Deputy for Public Relations; and Mr. Antonio Razon Jr., Corporate Affairs and Business Intelligence Officer.
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Ready to shift gears and take transport to new heights? ๐โ๏ธ
The ECCP is pleased to invite you to the ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฆ ๐๐๐๐ on 08 October 2026.
With the theme "From Roads to Runways: Advancing Safety and Sustainability in Air and Land Transportation," the forum will explore pressing challenges and opportunities in road safety management, AI in transportation, and sustainable and green mobility.
๐ 08 October 2026 | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
๐ Marriott Hotel Manila
Be part of a meaningful transport change!
๐ Secure your slot today at https://t.co/c5qNMAfCXo.
๐ง For partnership & registration inquiries, email us at [email protected]
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