On 02 June 2026, the Chinese Filipino Business Club, Inc. (CFBCI) paid a courtesy call to Atty. Marjorie O. Ramos-Samaniego, a member of the Board of Governors of the Philippine Board of Investments (BOI). The meeting was successfully held at the Industry and Investments Building in Makati City.

On behalf of CFBCI, President Gerald Uy Chan, Director Jimmy Ang, and Trade & Commerce Committee Vice Chairman Jack Wong participated in the dialogue, which provided an opportunity to foster stronger ties between CFBCI and the BOI. Both parties are looking forward to future partnerships that can benefit both local enterprises and prospective investors.

The meeting formally began at 10 a.m., and President Chan opened the conversation by introducing the industry backgrounds of his fellow officers. He was proud to share that most of CFBCI members are aiming for business expansion, which is widely encouraged by Governor Ramos-Samaniego.

According to Governor Ramos-Samaniego, “progress takes risks” hence her highest regard for entrepreneurs and consistent advocacy for public-private partnerships to further boost the national economy. Among the vital topics discussed is the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), the government’s blueprint that outlines the preferred economic activities eligible for fiscal and non-fiscal incentives. During the meeting, both parties are looking forward to organizing a “BOI 101 Forum” where registration rules, incentives, and compliance monitoring will be discussed by BOI officers including the Governor herself.

As an attached agency of Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the BOI is responsible for the development of investments in the Philippines. Leading the promotions of various industries and investment opportunities, BOI assists Filipino and foreign investors to venture and thrive in vast areas of economic pursuits and acts as your one-stop shop in doing business in the Philippines.

The courtesy meeting concluded on a positive and productive note, reaffirming the shared commitment of CFBCI and the Board of Investments to promote a more dynamic and investment-friendly business environment in the Philippines.