The mission aims to position the Philippines as a preferred expansion hub for Taiwanese companies seeking to diversify in Southeast Asia.
Ayala Land Logistics Holdings Corp. (ALLHC) recently conducted an investment mission in Taiwan in partnership with the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PTIC), and the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO). The mission aimed to position the Philippines as a top-of-mind destination for Taiwanese companies seeking to diversify their industrial footprint in Southeast Asia.
The event, held on February 5, 2026, in Taipei, brought together key stakeholders from both the Philippine government and the private sector. The mission emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties between the Philippines and Taiwan. It highlighted the country’s competitive advantages, including its growing industrial ecosystem, skilled workforce, and investor-friendly policies.
Key insights and collaborations
MECO Chairperson Corazon Padiernos shared, “ALLHC has rightly described today’s forum as a first step toward making a common vision a reality. I am confident that through continued collaboration among ALLHC, the Taiwanese industry, PEZA, PTIC Taipei, and MECO, we can build a durable platform that delivers growth, resilience, and shared prosperity for both the Philippines and Taiwan.”
PEZA Director General Theo Panga highlighted the growing strategic importance of the Philippines-Taiwan economic relationship, which is being driven by Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy. This policy aims to diversify trade, investment, and supply chains across ASEAN. As a result, the Philippines has emerged as a priority partner, now a top-10 trading partner of Taiwan, with strong investment flows into electronics, manufacturing, and agri-based industries, particularly within PEZA ecozones.
Focused discussions and industrial development
The mission was well-received by Taiwanese investors, who engaged in productive discussions about the Philippines’ potential as a strategic location for future expansion. The discussions centered on the country’s readiness to support advanced manufacturing, electronics, and high-value industrial operations—sectors in which Taiwanese firms have strong expertise and a global reach.
ALLHC showcased its portfolio of industrial developments designed to meet the evolving requirements of multinational locators. Particular attention was given to the new phase of Pampanga Technopark, which already hosts established logistics and ready-built facilities and is preparing for PEZA registration. This phase is positioned to support Taiwanese companies entering or expanding in the Philippine market, with infrastructure suited for manufacturing, logistics, and export-oriented operations.
Taiwanese investment and ALLHC’s commitment
Shin-Etsu Magnetics Philippines Vice President Dennis Constantino, also a guest speaker during the forum, highlighted the company’s growth since it began operations in 2000. The company now employs 4,500 people at its Laguna Technopark facility. He enthusiastically cited the quality of the Filipino workforce as a primary reason why the Philippines remains a compelling investment destination.
Patrick Avila, Chief Operating Officer of ALLHC, described the investment mission as a significant milestone in advancing the company’s role in attracting foreign direct investments into the country. “This investment mission marks an important step in positioning the Philippines—and ALLHC—as a trusted partner for Taiwanese companies looking to expand in the region. The receptiveness of the investors we met affirms that our industrial developments, particularly the upcoming PEZA-registered phase of Pampanga Technopark, are well aligned with the requirements of global manufacturers seeking scale, efficiency, and long-term growth,” said Avila.
The Taiwan investment mission reinforces ALLHC’s commitment to supporting national investment promotion efforts while strengthening the Philippines’ standing as a competitive and future-ready destination for regional and global enterprises.
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