BDO and PEZA forge partnership to attract global investments

“This partnership underscores our aligned vision of positioning the Philippines as a premier investment destination. Together with PEZA, we aim to maximize the benefits of the CREATE MORE Law and its newly signed IRRs to drive more foreign direct investments.” ~Charles M. Rodriguez, BDO’s Executive Vice President and Head of Institutional Banking Group

Promoting Global Investment Opportunities in the PH. Charles M. Rodriguez (2nd from left), Executive Vice President and Head of Institutional Banking Group of BDO Unibank, and Tereso O. Panga (3rd), Director General of Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) shake hands after the MOU signing. Joining them are Romeo R. Co, Jr. (leftmost), Senior Vice President and Department Head of Financial Institutions and International Desks of BDO Unibank, and Maria Veronica F Magsino (rightmost), Deputy Director General of PEZA.

BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), reinforcing their shared commitment to accelerating foreign investments and economic growth in the country.

The goal of this strategic partnership is to increase the number of chances for international companies wishing to start and expand in the Philippines.  PEZA, the nation's top investment promotion organization, oversees more than 400 economic zones across the country, assisting sectors like manufacturing, logistics, IT-BPM, and agro-industrial.  To entice investors, it provides world-class infrastructure, simplified business registration, and tax benefits.  By collaborating with PEZA, BDO makes use of its extensive network and financial know-how to help foreign businesses enter and grow in the nation.

As the bank with comprehensive international desks, BDO has extensive experience in supporting foreign investors throughout their business journey—from market entry to expansion. 

“We are committed to assist foreign companies with interest to invest and/or conduct business in the Philippines as PEZA’s partner in supporting economic development.”  ~Romeo R. Co, Jr., BDO’s Senior Vice President and Department Head of Financial Institutions and International Desks

Celebrating Partnership. PEZA Director General Tereso O. Panga (right) smiles as BDO Unibank’s Charles M. Rodriguez (left) reaffirms BDO’s commitment to attract global investments, and expresses gratitude to PEZA for this strategic partnership. 

With more than 1,200 branches around the country, some of which are in or close to PEZA zones, BDO guarantees that companies and their staff have access to a comprehensive range of financial solutions, improving banking efficiency and convenience.  

By allowing companies to flourish in a vibrant and investor-friendly environment, this partnership underscores BDO's dedication to promoting economic advancement.

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