The Philippines continues to demonstrate resilience and momentum, posting 5.4% economic growthin the first half of 2025. International banking institutions project the country’s full-year expansion to remain strong—powered by robust domestic consumption, low inflation, improved investor confidence, and steady remittances from Filipinos overseas.
Against this backdrop, the Philippine Investment Roundtable 2025 will convene on October 29, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM at the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines in Washington, D.C. Co-organized by the US-Philippines Society and the Philippine Embassy, the event brings together senior economic policy experts and business leaders from the United States and the Philippines to discuss investment opportunities, bilateral cooperation, and forward-looking strategies leading into 2026.
Joining the distinguished panel are:
Representing the Asian Consulting Group, Mon Abrea will lead the discussion on tax policy reforms essential to improving the ease of doing business, reducing the cost of doing business, and eliminating inefficiencies in tax administration. His presentation highlights five key tax policy priorities, including:
These proposals complement the broader efforts of the Philippine government to build a simpler, fairer, and more transparent tax system while unlocking opportunities for U.S. investors in high-growth sectors such as digital infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, and sustainable development.
As the Philippines prepares for 2026, renewed PH-US economic cooperation—and the adoption of modern, data-driven tax reforms—will be instrumental in driving shared prosperity and long-term competitiveness.
