Arangkada Philippines

08/06/2026

AmCham raises concerns over recent pork import allocation changes, warning of potential supply chain disruptions and uncertainty for long-standing importers as the government expands the Minimum Access Volume (MAV) under EO 116.

Read more: https://businessmirror.com.ph/2026/06/08/amcham-pork-imports-allocation-shake-up-has-importers-uneasy/

A sudden overhaul of pork import allocation rules is unsettling established supply chains, even as the government expands access under Executive Order (EO) 116, according to the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham). In a statement dated June 5, AmCham said it supports the policy....

02/06/2026

Arangkada Philippines continues to bring together policymakers and industry leaders to tackle timely digital policy issues, including ongoing discussions on proposed social media regulations for minors.

In a recent BusinessWorld report, stakeholders highlighted both the intent to strengthen child online protection and the practical challenges of enforcement.

Read more: https://bworldonline.com/economy/2026/06/02/753958/social-media-ban-on-minors-seen-as-difficult-to-enforce/

PROPOSALS to restrict social media use by minors were met with objections about the difficulty of enforcing of such a ban, according to participants at a roundtable organized by the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC). “Unintended consequences can arise when well-intentioned policies are overly broad, di...

02/06/2026

Arangkada Philippines convened a roundtable discussion on proposed social media rules for children under 13, bringing together stakeholders to examine safeguards, responsibilities, and the evolving digital landscape for minors. The dialogue highlighted the importance of protecting children online while balancing access, education, and digital participation.

Read more here: https://arangkadaphilippines.com/arangkada-philippines-holds-roundtable-on-proposed-social-media-rules-for-children-under-13/

01/06/2026

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐒!

The much-anticipated gathering of around 700 C-level executives and government officials, the 2026 Arangkada Forum, will be held on October 9, 2026 at the Marriott Hotel in Pasay City!

This premier forum convenes key leaders from business and government to drive impactful discussions on investment, policy, and the Philippines’ economic future.

We are now open for sponsorship opportunities and invite partners who wish to be part of this high-level platform to showcase their brand and engage key decision-makers.

For sponsorship details and partnership packages, please contact us.

29/05/2026

READ: AmCham Statement on the Customs Administrative Order Governing the Temporary Admission of International Cable-Laying and Repair Vessels (ICLRVs).

14/05/2026

Watch Arangkada Philippines Project Director and The American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines(AmCham) Senior Advisor Steve Winkates as he discusses how political turmoil can affect investor confidence in the Philippines, along with key policy reforms needed to strengthen stability, improve the investment climate, and support long-term economic growth.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL5Lz9OoYLA

Market Edge: Michelle Ong talks to American Chamber of Commerce Philippines' Steve Winkates, about investor reaction to the chaos over the looming arrest of ...

13/05/2026

READ: American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham) Statement on the Passage of House Bill 8466 – the National Land Use Act (NLUA)

05/05/2026

The Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) met with Bureau of Immigration Commissioner Joel Anthony M. Viado on May 5, 2026, as part of its efforts to strengthen relations and discuss how recent improvements in digitalization and efficiency can be further enhanced.

JFC is a coalition of the American, European, Korean, Japanese, and Canadian chambers, and the Philippine Association of Multinational Companies Regional Headquarters, Inc. (PAMURI).

04/05/2026

The Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines (JFC) held a courtesy meeting with newly appointed Department of Tourism Secretary Dita Angara Mathay on May 4, 2026. The discussion provided an opportunity to reaffirm the JFC’s commitment to supporting the Philippine tourism sector and to explore areas of collaboration aimed at enhancing the country’s global competitiveness, investment climate, and sustainable tourism development.

23/04/2026

READ: AmCham Calls for a Balanced Approach to Proposed Labor Measure