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Finally, it’s here! The Guide for Entrepreneurs, written by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines, is intended to assist companies and foreign investors in discovering the Philippine market on whether to engage in business partnerships, trade, or setting up your business in the country.
In this Guide for Entrepreneurs, you will find key information on the leading industries and emerging sectors in the Philippine market today, such as agriculture, construction and real estate, energy, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and tourism.
Last but not the least, you will be provided with more details on the administrative part of establishing yourself in the country as well as doing business in the Philippines.
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CCIFP Featured News
CCI France Philippines Honors Trailblazers in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Inaugural Le Prix DE&I Awards
MAKATI, Philippines—On January 30, 2025, The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) hosted its inaugural Le Prix DE&I Awards, recognizing individuals and organiza...
Welcoming Soirée 2025: A Night of Collaboration, Celebration, and Commitment to DE&I
MAKATI, Philippines—The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) kicked off the year in style with the Welcoming Soirée 2025, an evening dedicated to collaboration, inn...
Driving Investment and Growth Potential: Highlights from the 9th Joint Economic Briefing
MAKATI, Philippines—The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP), in collaboration with other European chambers in the country, successfully hosted the 9th Joint Economi...
The Plastic Odyssey Expedition Arrives in Manila and Launches the “Youth for Dagat” Program with France Philippines United Action
MANILA, Philippines – On November 19, the Alliance Française de Manille hosted an Opening Event to celebrate the arrival of the Plastic Odyssey Expedition in the Philippines, uniting the Fre...
Bonjour French Food: An Introduction to French Apples and Celebration of Culinary Innovation
MAKATI, Philippines — The “Bonjour French Food” initiative, organised by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) and Interfel, has concluded its success...
CCIFP announces Winners of Le Trophée Bleu: Business Sustainability Business Awards Year 3
METRO MANILA, Philippines — On November 21, 2024, CCI France Philippines’ most prestigious annual soirée, Le French Gala, took center stage at Shangri-La The Fort, BGC. The main event of the e...
CCI France Philippines Hosts Le French Gala 2024: A Dazzling Celebration of French and Filipino Excellence
METRO MANILA, Philippines – The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) unveiled its newly rebranded annual event, Le French Gala 2024, on November 21, 2024, at Shangri...
CCIFP holds a Networking Luncheon with DOE on Renewable Energy Updates
MAKATI, Philippines – The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) organized an exclusive networking luncheon hosted by their Energy and Renewable Energy Committee (E/RE...
CCI France Philippines Hosts its first-ever Sustainability Conference, “La Conférence Bleue”
METRO MANILA, Philippines – The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP) successfully held its first-ever sustainability conference, La Conférence Bleue, last September 10,...
Driving Growth and Innovation in the Energy Sector: CCI France Philippines launches its Energy and Renewable Energy Committee
MAKATI, Philippines – The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines recently organized the launching of its new committee–Energy and Renewable Energy Committee (E/RE)–last Ju...
CCIFP holds a Networking Luncheon with BIR on Tax Compliance Updates
MAKATI, Philippines — The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines (CCIFP), in collaboration with BDO, organized an exclusive networking luncheon featuring the Bureau of Int...
Recto: PH-France G2G Agreement – A Major Step Toward an Inclusive Future for all Filipinos
METRO MANILA, Philippines – Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto highlighted the significance of the newly signed Government-to-Government (G2G) agreement between the Philippines and France, highligh...
New Member Announcement
Welcome to Le Cordon Bleu !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to welcome Le Cordon Bleu as its newest Start-Up member! Le Cordon Bleu is the leading global network of culinary arts and hospitality...
Welcome to Syneria !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to welcome Syneria as its new SME member! Syneria is an independent Technical Advisory and Engineering Consultancy specialising in wind and...
Welcome to Humble !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to welcome Humble Sustainability as its new SME member! Humble Sustainability is the Philippines' leading climate technology company on a...
Welcome to Dimo Maint !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is pleased to welcome its newest member, Dimo Maint! A subsidiary of DIMO Software, DIMO Maint has 30 years of experience in publishing...
Welcome to Indoorcare !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is pleased to welcome its newest member, Indoorcare! Indoorcare is a cutting-edge software platform designed to help organizations...
Welcome to Air France !
It is with pleasure to announce the newest Patron Member of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines, Air France! Air France has been promoting and highlighting France...
Welcome to Yoann Sirvin !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is delighted to welcome its newest Individual Member, Yoann Sirvin. From communication to graphic design, passing through the exciting...
Welcome to Tritonica Group Ltd. !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is delighted to welcome its newest member, Tritonica Group Ltd.! TRITONICA GROUP LTD is a techdev company serving global...
Welcome to FrenchWines Inc. !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is delighted to welcome its newest member, FrenchWines Inc.! FrenchWines Inc. is a new and dedicated player in the Philippine...
Welcome to PLARIDEL Proucts & Services Inc. !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry is delighted to welcome its newest member, Plaridel Products & Services Inc.! PLARIDEL Products & Services Inc. is a Filipino company with...
Welcome to ThinkPlace Philippines Inc !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is pleased to welcome its newest Member: ThinkPlace Philippines Inc. ! ThinkPlace Philippines Inc. is a strategic design and...
Welcome to Scotts Philippines Inc !
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines is delighted to welcome its newest member, Scotts Philippines Inc! A trusted hospitality company, Ascott’s presence extends...
Member News and Promotions
BDO net income hits ₱82 billion in 2024
BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) recorded a net income of ₱82.0 billion in 2024, up by 12% year-on-year (YoY) from ₱73.4 billion in 2023 due to solid performance across core businesses. This translates to a...
HAVAS Ortega Publishes a Prosumer Report on Uncovering Insights and Opportunities to Connect with Gen Zs
Havas Ortega releases a new prosumer report that analyzes Gen Zs influence in driving the future of societal trends. The report was made possible by Havas’ Gen Z Strategist, Angela Ayuson and...
Register Now! ACTED Co-organizes SDG Action Summit 2025
Be part of the SDG Action Summit—register now and join the movement for a better, more sustainable world! The SDG Action Summit brings together changemakers towards the UN Sustainable Development...
Lycée Français de Manille Opens Its doors to the American International Section
On Wednesday, February 5, the Lycée Français de Manille (LFM) hosted a vibrant afternoon for families to explore the American International Section, organized by its coordinator, Mariquita Davison....
Travel the world with the new BDO Visa Signature
BDO and VISA present a signature journey that will inspire you to travel the world. BDO Unibank, Inc. and VISA launched the BDO Visa Signature in the Philippines through an exclusive cocktail event...
Supporting Key Industries: BDO showcases use of proceeds in the 2nd ASEAN Sustainability Bond Impact Report
BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) released its second ASEAN Sustainability Bond Impact Report, highlighting the full allocation of its first ASEAN Sustainability Bond (ASB) in January 2022 that generated...
Introducing “Gottit” from Tritonica Group: The Ultimate Mobile-First Lifestyle Platform Revolutionizing Your Shopping, Planning, and Living Experience
Tritonica Group is excited to announce the launch of Gottit, a revolutionary mobile-first designed, web-based lifestyle platform that redefines the way users shop, plan, and live. Available for...
Stratcon.ph to host Workshop & Technical Training on Future-Proofing Facilities with Smappee Technology
Stratcon.ph, a leader in sustainability and energy solutions, is proud to announce an exclusive Workshop and Technical Training on Smappee’s advanced energy management and EV charging solutions. ...
Air France Philippines launches Rendez-vous Campaign on its new website
Air France Philippines is excited to announce its first ever Air France Rendez-vous campaign on its newly launched official website! With 15 days of incredible deals, discover beautiful destinations...
The MICHELIN Guide’s Journey into the Philippines Begins
The MICHELIN Guide has arrived in the Philippines, setting its sights on Manila and Environs & Cebu for its highly anticipated 2026 debut. With expert Inspectors already exploring the country’s...
Jos Ortega Honored with the Agora Award for Excellence in Marketing Communications
The Philippine Marketing Association (PMA) awarded Joselito Ortega, Chairman and CEO of Havas Ortega, with the Excellence in Marketing Communications award at the 43rd Agora Awards, recognizing his...
AWC Philippines & Winedrop Returns with Jeepney Wine Tour 2025!
Get ready for a wine adventure as the Jeepney Wine Tour (JWT) returns on February 15, 2025! Hosted by AWC Philippines and Winedrop, this event offers wine lovers a one-of-a-kind experience to hop...
Latest Economic & Regulation News
Philippines Signals Stronger Investment Climate with CREATE MORE IRR Signing
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine government has taken a major step toward strengthening its investment landscape with the signing of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for the “Co...
Philippine Economy Grows 5.6% in 2024, Poised for Further Expansion in 2025
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine economy grew by 5.6% in 2024, making it the second fastest-growing economy in ASEAN despite external and local challenges, according to the Department of Finance...
IRR for New Government Procurement Reform Act Approved, Marking Anti-Corruption Milestone
MANILA, Philippines—In a major step toward enhancing transparency and accountability in government spending, the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah “Mina” F. Pangandam...
Philippines, to be a Top Performer in the ASEAN
METRO MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines is emerging as the top economic performer in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), according to a recent analysis by HSBC Global Research...
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Delivers State of the Nation Address on July 22, 2024: Here are some of the Key Highlights
QUEZON CITY, Philippines – In a pivotal State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered on July 22, 2024, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. articulated the Philippine government’s strategic in...
ATA Carnet a.k.a “Passport for Goods” now in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines attended the recently-concluded Grand Launching of the ATA Carnet accreditation in the Philippines last July 1...
Robust Labor Market, Better Job Quality, and Historic High GNI Per Capita Solidify PH’s Positive Trajectory
METRO MANILA, Philippines – Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto announced that the Philippines’ robust labor market, improved job quality, and historic gross national income (GNI) per capita is so...
Philippine Perspectives: Country’s Macroeconomic Trends for May 2024 by BDO
MANILA, Philippines — BDO Unibank through its newest edition of Philippine Perspectives presents the macroeconomic trends of the country as of May 2024. This article will present the key takeaway...
Legislating a Sustainable Future: The Low Carbon Economy Act of 2022
MANILA, Philippines – The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has highlighted that human activities have significantly contributed to global warming, with temperatures already 1....
Luzon Economic Corridor to Boost Investments and Job Creation in the Philippines
METRO MANILA, Philippines – Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto has emphasized that the Luzon Economic Corridor, a major government infrastructure initiative, is poised to attract substantial invest...
Coal in the Philippine Energy Mix: A Data Review by the Department of Energy
MANILA, Philippines – In 2023, the Department of Energy (DOE) released data showing that coal continues to play a significant role in the Philippine energy sector. Although there has been a s...
PH and EU proceed with FTA Negotiations
MANILA, Philippines — The resumption of negotiations for the Philippines-European Union Free Trade Agreement (PH-EU FTA) was announced on March 18 by Secretary Fred Pascual of the Department of T...
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