Coop Chamber PH

24/09/2026

𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗚 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘

Quezon City- The Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. (Coop Chamber), together with the NCR Regional Cooperatives Chamber, hosted a partnership meeting with the Pasig City Government Cooperative Development Office on September 24. The meeting focused on finalizing the action plan and program for the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Coop Chamber and the Pasig City Cooperative Development Office.

The productive discussion identified key areas of collaboration aimed at advancing cooperativism and strengthening cooperatives in Pasig City. Ten shared goals were identified, along with proposed activities and interventions designed to respond to the needs of cooperatives and contribute to their sustainable growth and development.

OIC Cooperative Development Officer Mr. John Troy Sunga, together with Ms. Cassandra Gabrielle A. Salangsang, Cooperative Development Specialist I of Pasig City, shared the City Government's programs and initiatives for cooperatives and explored areas where stronger collaboration and complementary interventions with the Coop Chamber can be pursued.

The NCR Coop Chamber Council of Leaders, led by NCR Governor Roger R. Manlangit, together with Mr. Jose Aguilar, Mr. Allan Caddarao, Ms. Mary Monte. Joselito Marajas, Secretary General Edwin Bustillos, and Yolanda Pinzon of the Secretariat, actively participated in the discussions, contributing their insights and commitment toward building a stronger and more meaningful partnership.

The partnership will also be highlighted during the 5th General Assembly of the Pasig City Government Cooperative Development Office on October 23, 2026. Mr. Noel D. Raboy, Chairperson of the Coop Chamber and President and CEO of CLIMBS Life and General Insurance Cooperative, will be among the guest speakers at the event.

More than an agreement on paper, this partnership represents a shared commitment to turn collaboration into concrete action. By bringing together the strengths of the local government and the cooperative movement, we can build stronger cooperatives, amplify their collective voice, and create lasting opportunities that directly benefit members and communities.

The Coop Chamber believes that meaningful progress in the cooperative sector is built through partnerships—when government and cooperatives work not merely alongside one another, but with one another, toward shared goals and a common vision of inclusive and sustainable development.

23/09/2026

18/09/2026

PRESS RELEASE
September 18, 2026

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀: 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗖𝗔 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗮

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA - In a historic step toward expanding grassroots representation on the world stage, the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. (Coop Chamber), alongside CLIMBS Life and General Insurance Cooperative and delegates across the globe, actively participated in the 2026 International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Elective General Assembly and Global Conference held from September 13 to 18, 2026, at the Panama Convention Centre.

Convened under the compelling theme "Building Bridges: Cooperative Contributions for a Peaceful World," this year's international gathering, co-hosted by the ICA and Cooperatives of the Americas, brought together cooperative leaders, policymakers, jurists, and social innovators. The week-long program served as a dynamic platform encompassing the ICA Elective General Assembly for the 2026–2030 Board mandate, the prestigious Cooperative Law Congress, high-level sectoral assemblies, the vibrant Coop EXPO, and an impactful series of policy forums and strategic workshops.

The Coop Chamber delegation was headed by its Chairperson, Noel D. Raboy, alongside prominent cooperative leaders including MGen. Gilbert Llanto (Ret.), Member of the ICA Asia-Pacific Board of Directors, Father Elmo Manching, Vice Chairperson of CLIMBS, and other distinguished champions of the Philippine cooperative movement.

Having formally entered the ICA family earlier this year, the Coop Chamber leveraged this premier global summit to foster strategic bilateral partnerships, exchange cutting-edge operational frameworks, and articulate the realities and resilience of Philippine primary cooperatives in the corridors of international cooperative governance.

Reaffirming the imperative of cooperative enterprise in resolving modern socio-economic divides, Coop Chamber Chairperson Noel D. Raboy delivered an emphatic reflection on the summit's central message:

"Peace is not merely the absence of conflict; it is the presence of justice, equity, and shared prosperity. When people exercise democratic control over their livelihoods, when wealth is equitably generated and distributed, and when communities cooperate rather than struggle against one another for basic survival, authentic stability naturally follows. Our primary cooperatives across the Philippines stand as living proof that cooperative enterprises are humanity's most dependable anchors of peace, bringing concrete life to the ICA's global agenda for positive peace and solidarity."

Through its dynamic presence across the plenary sessions, sectoral engagements, and the Coop EXPO, the Coop Chamber underscored its steadfast resolve to bridge local grassroots initiatives with global solidarity networks. By adopting international best practices in sustainable enterprise, governance, and member-centric services, the Chamber remains dedicated to empowering primary cooperatives as engines of inclusive economic transformation.

As the international cooperative movement builds enduring bridges across borders and sectors, the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. stands united and resolute in championing a shared future where cooperation leads the way to an equitable, self-reliant, and peaceful society.



Website link: http://coopchamberph.org/?p=3745

17/09/2026

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘀: 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱

PANAMA - The Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. (Coop Chamber), CLIMBS Life and General Insurance Cooperative, along with fellow members and delegates of the International Cooperative Alliance, participated in this year's ICA Elective General Assembly, which featured the election of the ICA Board of Directors for the 2026–2030 mandate.

This gathering also provided an important platform for the global cooperative movement through a series of panel discussions, workshops, and networking, as well as the Cooperative Law Congress and Coop EXPO.

Coop Chamber’s participation, led by its Chairperson, Noel D. Raboy, and other key coop leaders, including MGen. Gilbert Llanto (Ret), our ICA Asia-Pacific Board of Directors, CLIMBS Vice Chairperson Father Elmo Manching, and other esteemed leaders from the coop movement in the Philippines, marks another important opportunity to strengthen its engagement with the international cooperative community, exchange knowledge and experiences, and build partnerships that can contribute to the continued development of the cooperative sector in the Philippines.

The General Assembly, the highest authority of the ICA, meets annually with delegates from member organizations. This year, the ICA and Cooperatives of the Americas are hosting the Global Conference and their Assemblies in Panama City from September 14-18, 2026, with support from local cooperatives.

Under the theme "Building Bridges: Cooperative Contributions for a Peaceful World," the conference is scheduled for September 16-17, 2026, at the Panama Convention Centre. It aims to gather cooperative leaders and policymakers to exchange ideas and discuss the future of the cooperative movement. The Coop Chamber, a new ICA member since June 24, 2026, advocates for lasting peace.

"Peace is not merely the absence of conflict; it is the presence of justice, equity, and shared prosperity," says Noel D. Raboy, Chairperson of the Coop Chamber. "When people have democratic control over their livelihoods, when wealth is distributed equitably, and when communities cooperate rather than compete for basic survival, stability naturally follows. Our primary cooperatives across the Philippines are living proof that inclusive business models are the ultimate anchors of peace, giving life to the ICA's global Agenda for Positive Peace."

As the global cooperative movement continues to advance a shared vision of social justice, inclusive development, and solidarity across communities, the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. (Coop Chamber) reaffirms its commitment to uniting and strengthening primary cooperatives across the Philippines.

Together, we stand ready to demonstrate how cooperative values and principles can transform a shared vision of a harmonious, equitable, and inclusive society into a meaningful reality for communities every day.



LINK: http://coopchamberph.org/?p=3745

16/09/2026

Strengthening cooperatives, advancing inclusive development 🏢🌱

PHOTOS: The 2026 Cooperatives Sectoral Congress is officially underway in Quezon City, convening key leaders, government agencies, and advocates in partnership with the National Anti-Poverty Commission and the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives to champion fiscal equity, socialized housing, and sustainable anti-poverty initiatives for members nationwide.

The gathering brings together institutional partners—including the Bureau of Internal Revenue Philippines, Pag-IBIG Fund (HDMF), and the Cooperative Development Authority—to roll out crucial updates on taxation forums and socialized housing projects designed to elevate the quality of life from the grassroots up.

13/09/2026

May your special day be filled with joy and gratitude for the meaningful impact you make in the cooperative sector. Your dedication, exemplary leadership, and unwavering commitment continue to inspire us to work together toward a better future.

Wishing you good health, continued success, and many more years of purposeful leadership. May you always be blessed with the strength and wisdom to lead, serve, and inspire.

Happy Birthday, Sir Noel! 🥳🎈

12/09/2026

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𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗢 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗣𝗖 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦
“𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴, 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵: 𝘍𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘍𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘥𝘦𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨”

🗓September 16, 2026
🏢: SotoGrande Neopolitan Hotel, Lot 9 & 10, Block 10, Genova Bend, Neopolitan Business Park, Greater Lagro, Quezon City* or join via Zoom

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘

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𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡 𝗭𝗢𝗢𝗠 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚
Sep 16, 2026 (Wednesday) | 8am

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗗: 𝟴𝟮𝟴 𝟲𝟴𝟮𝟲 𝟲𝟵𝟱𝟮 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲: 𝟰𝟲𝟭𝟰𝟮𝟯

For inquiries, please contact NAPC-CSC Sectoral Technical Coordinator Ms. Reliet O. Avila through email at [email protected] or Viber at 0907 143 5064.

Note*: The first 60 participants who have registered shall be accommodated at our venue. You will receive a confirmation email once confirmed. Those who cannot join onsite can join online via Zoom on a first-come, first-served basis.

11/09/2026

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮ñ𝗮𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 (𝗣𝗖𝗗𝗖) 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

Parañaque City- On September 8, 2026, the Philippine Chamber of Cooperatives, Inc. (Coop Chamber) participated in the PCDC Quarterly Meeting. The meeting was attended by Parañaque City Mayor Edwin L. Olivarez, a strong supporter of the cooperative sector. He emphasized the vital role that cooperatives play in the city's development, highlighting their impact on the lives of ordinary people and their power to empower through the principles of cooperativism. Ms. Nenita R. Bacister also extended a warm welcome to representatives from 51 cooperatives, including federations, unions, and primary cooperatives.

Other speakers from the cooperative movement included:
Mr. Glen C. Cruz, Chairperson of the Parañaque City Union of Cooperatives
Mr. Marlon E. Balbastro, Chairperson of UMSC-PFW
Mr. Apolonio M. Mendoza, Chairperson of the Parañaque Federation of Cooperatives
Dr. Garibaldi O. Leonardo, Chairperson of the Parañaque City Credit Surety Fund Cooperatives
Ms. Josephine N. Salomon, Department Head II, Parañaque City Cooperative Development Office
Mr. Renato G. Dela Cruz, Party President, Coop Natcco Party List

In the second part of the program, three speakers were invited to address specific topics: a representative from Meralco discussed Energy Efficiency, a speaker from Bayad Center presented the Bayad Asenso program, and the Coop Chamber. Represented by Secretary General Edwin Bustillos, accompanied by the National Capital Region Cooperatives Chamber Governor Roger Manlangit (Barangka Credit Cooperative), Vice Governor Olivia Ferrer (San Dionisio Credit Coopertive), Council Leader Jose Aguilar (IMCO MPC), and NCR Coordinator Yolanda Pinzon, SG Bustillos talked about the Chamber's programs and advocacy for the cooperative sector. He also highlighted the importance of advocacy in maintaining the privileges and tax exemptions for cooperatives, as well as advancing the cooperative movement's executive and legislative agenda at both the national and international levels, given that the Coop Chamber is a member of the International Cooperative Alliance. Additionally, the Coop Chamber provided a legislative update on the engagement of the cooperative movement regarding the revised Cooperative Code, BIR policies, and other national government agencies, with issues and concerns that need addressing, particularly those affecting the operations and sustainability of cooperatives.

The final segment of the program focused on the business proceedings of the Council. PCDO Department Head Ms. Salomon, along with the cooperatives in Parañaque City, actively promotes cooperation among cooperatives. They are committed to helping not just their local communities, but society as a whole, and are extending this collaboration to other institutions and non-governmental organizations, such as the Coop Chamber, in pursuit of inclusive growth and social justice.

10/09/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲-𝘄𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘀!

The Western Visayas Cooperatives Chamber, in partnership with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), brings tax education closer to cooperatives across the region through a series of province-wide forums designed to promote tax awareness, strengthen compliance, and provide practical guidance on the latest BIR regulations affecting cooperatives.

📚 Topics include:
✅ Certificate of Tax Exemption (CTE)
✅ BIR Registration Requirements
✅ Top Withholding Agent (TWA) Guidelines
✅ Recent BIR Issuances Affecting Cooperatives
✅ Open Forum with Tax Experts

📍 Caravan Schedule
𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗤𝗨𝗘
🗓 September 11, 2026
📌 4th Floor, JCMC Hall, Antique Provincial Capitol

📍𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗡𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗦 𝗢𝗖𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟
🗓 September 28, 2026
📌 3rd Floor, CAPGEM Center, Corner 13th-Aguinaldo St., Barangay 4, Bacolod City

𝙍𝙀𝙂𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙀𝙍 𝙉𝙊𝙒!
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