San Fernando, Pampanga โ The City of San Fernando highlighted its commitment to inclusive economic development and investor engagement during the 16th Public-Private Consultation Meeting initiated by the Pampanga Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (PamCham).
Ms. Ma. Lourdes Carmella Jade D. Pangilinan, Tourism and Investment Promotions Officer of the City Government, presented the cityโs strategic directions and current initiatives aimed at strengthening its business environment and positioning as a competitive investment destination. She emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration with the local business sector in driving growth and resilience. She highlighted a list of business tax incentives that new and current investors can avail of depending on capitalization and the projected number of potential employees from the city that can be employed.
The meeting served as a vital venue for aligning public and private sector priorities and discussing opportunities for economic cooperation. Pangilinan underscored the city’s structured approach to investment promotion through the City Investment Promotions Division, composed of three specialized sections: the Business Development Section, the Investment Services Section, and the Economic Enterprise Section.
Ms. Ma. Lourdes Carmella Jade D. Pangilinan also outlined the cityโs enabling policy frameworks that provide support and incentives to investors. These include San Fernandoโs Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Code and Local Investment Incentives Code, which guide and promote investments in key sectors such as manufacturing, ICT, agribusiness, tourism, and the creative economy.
One standout initiative is the cityโs collaboration with the Bureau of Philippine Standards and Underwriters Laboratories to establish national safety standards for parol production. This move reinforces San Fernandoโs reputation as a global hub for world-class lantern craftsmanship.
PamCham continues to serve as a vital partner of the City in ensuring that growth remains inclusive and sustainable. The meeting reaffirmed the shared goal of creating a robust economic climate that empowers both communities and enterprises.
The meeting ended with a group picture showing PamCham Chairperson Terry Carlos, President Atty. Paul Yusi and directors handing over the certificate of appreciation and MSE’s food products to Ms. Pangilinan.
