The ECCP is a service-oriented organization whose main goal is to foster close economic ties and business relations between the Philippines and Europe.
Regus held a ceremonial event to kick-off the official construction of its newest site last October 7, facilitated by ECCP Workspace Solutions Partner Trends and Concepts.
The new Regus site is set to open this December at Festive Walk Iloilo.
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It was an immense honor to host Department of Information and Communications Technology - DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy at the recently held ECCP Luncheon Meeting last November 25 at Dusit Thani Manila and via Zoom! 🇪🇺
𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗: PH has 'brightest' outlook in ASEAN
European business operating in the country and in the region said the Philippines offers the "brightest" prospects among ASEAN countries in terms of attracting foreign direct investments (FDI).
Delivering Exceptional Customer Experiences Workshop This half-day workshop, professionals will be abreast of the top tips and techniques on practicing an exceptional customer experience being mentored by one of the top global customer service gurus, Cl…
Get ready to mark your calendars as we bring you a whole new range of online events, hybrid webinars, face-to-face forums and e-learning sessions this September! 🇪🇺
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Anti-Illicit Trade Forum 2018 Given the lack of data and information on Myanmar’s illicit trade activities, EuroCham will host in partnership with TRACIT and the Economist Intelligence Unit, the Anti-Illicit Trade Forum 2018, as…
The ECCP is pleased to announce our newest premium member, Cebu Landmasters, Inc. (
@official_CLI
)!
Welcome aboard the ECCP, Cebu Landmasters! We're so excited to create new opportunities and meet shared goals with you in the VisMin region!
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E-Residency: Launchpad towards European business opportunities Through the "e-Residency: launchpad towards European business opportunities", the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines in partnership with the Republic of Estonia intends to guide…
Business leaders say 'economy yet to run on all cylinders' A STABLE ENVIRONMENT helped the economy rev up in 2017, and business groups now believe tax reform, further ease of doing business, lifting of foreign investment restrictions and increasing the …
Live, Work and Invest in Poland Through the Live, Work, and Invest in Europe series, the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines has continued to connect European countries with the Philippines. Along the exciting journey, ECCP traveled with var…
Last 28 November, the ECCP met with DTI Undersecretary Ceferino "Perry" Rodolfo at the Industry and Investments Building, Makati City. During the session, ECCP representatives introduced the Chamber and its advocacies and explored potential areas of collaboration with the DTI.
2022 Philippine Economic Outlook The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) will host the 2022 Philippine Economic Outlook online session together with key resource speakers from the government and the private sector who will take a look…
ECCP President Lars Wittig, together with fellow representatives of the Joint Foreign Chambers (JFC) of the Philippines, met with DOTr Sec. Jaime Bautista last 10 October at the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) building in Pasay.
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Call for EU Exhibitors, Philippine-Based EU Exhibitors, and EU Trade Buyers for IFEX Philippines 2019 The ECCP would like to invite interested EU companies and local companies that sell / distribute EU food and beverages to participate as exhibitors in …
Waste Forum WASTE FORUM Senator Cynthia Villar, chairman of the Senate environment committee, tells the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines 'Building the Road to Zero Waste' Waste Management Forum that she intends to amend the Ecological Sol…
We’ve got a brand new batch of e-learning sessions, trade fairs, physical events and more lined up for you this October! 🇪🇺
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event? Send us a message at info
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Future Cities Forum 2019 Future Cities Forum 2019 on 13 to 14 November 2019 at The Tent at Solaire with the theme “Building Smart and Sustainable Cities” to initiate an annual dialogue of stakeholders covering several key areas on Energy Efficiency and …
Last October 23, 2022 the ECCP in partnership with FMI - Fairs & More, Inc. and the Joint Meetings Industry Council launched the Net Zero Carbon Events Philippines – a first collaborative hybrid event to drive the Philippine events industry towards net zero! 🌍
Construction & Building Technologies Business Mission
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Explore innovative solutions offered by European companies in the upcoming
#Construction
& Building Technologies business mission happening from 7 to 10 November 2019 in Phil…
Last 11 August 2022, the ECCP held its first Luncheon Meeting for the year with keynote speaker NEDA Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan.
The event was organized by the ECCP together with Quisumbing Torres Law Firm and the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines.
ECCP Treasurer and Board Member Ms. Helen Grace Baisa recently met with Senator Sherwin Gatchalian and Member of the European Parliament, the Honorable Tomasz Poreba of Poland last 19 December.
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Sec. Yulo-Loyzaga also shared the DENR’s plans and priorities for the next years including food security, water security, and waste management. Possible areas for collaboration between the DENR and the ECCP were also discussed during the meeting.
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Supervisors play a crucial role for the internal growth of a business, thus it is always a right step forward to invest in your people and their capabilities. If you want a better company, it's tantamount that we create better supervisors.
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ECCP 40th Anniversary Celebration Join us for a different type of anniversary party as we bring together the best of the past, the present, and the future at this evening event. More details will be released in the coming weeks, so for now, mark your ca…
Inflation, tax perk jitters weigh on FDIs. Despite these challenges, the ECCP maintains its commitment to working closely with the government in making the Philippines a more globally competitive investment destination and promoting the Philippines as such.
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Strengthening ties and exploring opportunities in Thailand 🇹🇭🤝
With the aim to foster international collaborations and trade relations, the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) had a series of engagements in Bangkok, Thailand last September 22, 2023.
The ECCP together with Holcim held the 2022 Waste Management Forum with the theme, "Make Haste to Reduce Waste: Redesigning a sustainable waste-free future". 🗑
Promoting Women and Financial Inclusion Today In a time when more and more individuals can access fast-paced technological improvements and increased financial alternatives, there has become a growing opportunity to build gaps in the area of financial i…
Amendments to the Public Services Act Hearing - 15 February 2018 ECCP and EPBN attended the joint Senate Hearing on Public Services Act by the Senate Committees on Public Services and Economic Affairs chaired by Sens. Grace Poe and Sherwin Gatchalian. …
The ECCP and its Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RE&EE) Committee members had a courtesy meeting with Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) Chairperson Monalisa Dimalanta on 20 January 2023.
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The ECCP Automotive Committee recently met with Department of Energy (DOE) Director Patrick Aquino last 14 October at the Energy Utilization Management Bureau (EUMB) meeting room, DOE Main Office, in Taguig City.
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The ECCP is looking for a Assistant Branch Officer to support our Cebu Office! 🇪🇺
Job Description:
Applicants may send their latest resume addressed to Mr. Florian Gottein, Executive Director to 📧 careers
@eccp
.com.
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𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦: Earlier this Monday, the ECCP had the honor of meeting with His Excellency Sujiro Seam, the Ambassador of the European Union to ASEAN. The discussions were centered around the opportunities in trade and the EU's Global Gateway Programme.
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Meanwhile, Philippine Space Agency Director General Dr. Joel Joseph Marciano Jr. presented an overview of the Philippine space industry and its investment opportunities.
L-R: ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein, SWITCH-Asia Senior Expert (Circular Economy) René Van Berkel, Asean CSR Network CEO Thomas Thomas, SWITCH-Asia SCP and Regional Partnerships Lorraine Gatlabayan, SWTCH-Asia Consultant Lisa Antonio, & ECCP Director Gerry Constantino.
Now accepting applications from EU companies and their Asian subsidiaries for a matchmaking event with Japanese companies and representatives of the Philippines and Cambodia at the Kawasaki Int'l Eco-Tech Fair on 13-15 Nov. 2024 in Kawasaki.
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From March 22 to March 24, our ECCP Associate Directors Sophia Ordoña and Gen Anaquita travelled to Seoul, South Korea for a series of engagements with ECCP’s counterpart, the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea.
ECCP Supports Philippine Nickel Industry Association via "Nickel Initiative 2019: Shaping Tomorrow Together" The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) held a press conference for the media launch of its “Nickel Initiative 2019: Shaping Tomorrow,…
Celebrating EU-Philippines ties Yesterday, on 9 May, we celebrated Europe Day. The EU national anthem is ‘Ode to joy’. Europe is about joy. Europe is about values, culture, art, political ideas, sciences, equality, about giving friends around the world …
𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: ECCP President, Mr. Paulo Duarte, attended the State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on 22 July 2024.
Following the SONA, the ECCP also released an official media statement. Read it here via
Health and Stress Management Amidst the COVID-19 Outbreak Join us as we hear from AC Health and Healthway Medical experts and exchange ideas on better stress and mental health management in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. For inquiries, kindly email…
Helping people and organizations develop their coaching and conversational skills, the ECCP Competency Hub hosted the "Coaching through Meaningful Conversations" e-Learning session last November 8 and 9.
With the heightened growth of hyperscale data centers globally, the Philippines is emerging as the next big player in the market with the potential of even becoming the next data center hub in Asia Pacific. Definitely,
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! 📡
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🎥 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛: ECCP President Paulo Duarte provided his insights following the State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last 24 July 2023.
Watch the interview of ECCP President Paulo Duarte and CNN's Rico Hizon via 🔗: .
The ECCP, in collaboration with its Real Estate Committee and Venue Partner Leechiu Property Consultants, hosted an event on September 21, 2023 to explore "The Future of Smart Buildings".
LoGIC Network Project funder LoGIC Network Project funder, implementers, and partners hold up their signed Integrity Pledge to reaffirm their commitment to promote a culture of integrity in the country during the launch. Standing from left to right, Lit…
The European-Philippine Business Summit 2019 (EPBS) is an annual event that will gather high-level representations from the government, private sector, academe, and various stakeholders keen on strengthening the European-Philippine economic relations.
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Mindanao Talks: Examining the Sugar Shortage Crisis in Mindanao The sugar industry of the Philippines has a long history of growth and turbulence since the onset of its exportation to other countries during the mid 18th century. At present, there are 17…
The ECCP proudly welcomes its newest premium member, The Studio Bridge!
We look forward to exploring new innovative and creative ways to scale your company's growth and advocacies in the EU-PH Business Community!
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We are thrilled to present the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐃𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 publication, co-authored by content partner DivinaLaw!
The book was unveiled at a press launch on Wednesday.
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Tackling the various economic opportunities across sectors and providing key insights on how businesses can recalibrate their business plans based on current indicators, the ECCP-hosted 2023 Philippine Economic Outlook virtual forum was held last November 22, 2022. 🇵🇭
Last 15 May 2023, ECCP President Lars Wittig and Executive Director Florian Gottein discussed with Turkish Ambassador to the Philippines H.E. Niyazi Evren Akyol how the Embassy of Turkey and the Chamber can collaborate in strengthening European–Philippine business relations.
Safer Mobility & Logistics Conference & Exhibition The three-day conference and exhibition brings together road and logistics safety stakeholders to promote an exchange of ideas, innovations, best practices, and discuss their contribution in mainstreami…
Networking Socials We know no better way to network and build contacts than bring together the business community over a night of free-flowing fine wine, antipasti, music, and great company. Make sure to stock up on those business cards and bring your f…
Last November 4, 2022, the ECCP in partnership with the Island Garden City of Samal held the "The Future of Tourism: Exploring the Glamour of Island Garden City of Samal" webinar that discussed and highlighted the awaiting opportunities and future investments of the city.
Understanding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion In 3 hours, this program aims to discuss the following objectives: Summarize the concept of Unconscious Bias Differentiate diversity, equity, and inclusion and share how these can be applied in the organizat…
During the session, the Chamber introduced its advocacies related to environment and water including the implementation of the Extended Producers’ Responsibility Act of 2022 and the creation of an apex body for the water sector.
It was definitely a noteworthy November at the ECCP! 🇪🇺
From luncheon meetings to exciting webinars and networking socials, the month was not short of events tackling important topics such as climate change, waste management, sustainable tourism, and e-Residency to name a few!
Blue Economy Growth and Prospects Covering about 70% of the planet with water, the oceans have been the Earth's largest life support system for centuries. Oceanic waters play a crucial role in maintaining planetary equilibrium, fostering life both below…
Season’s greetings from the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines! ❄️
May you and your family and loved ones have a safe and wonderful holiday season!
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𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: PH Aviation Industry debut first National Pavillion at 2024 Singapore Airshow last February 20. 🛫
Carrying the theme
#OnePHAviation
: Together We Fly, the landmark event also marks the country's aviation industry’s first appearance at the show.
The ECCP and its Environment and Water Committee recently met with DENR Sec. Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga last 12 October at the DENR Office in Quezon City. Also present were Usecs. Atty. Jonas Leones, CESO I and Atty. Juan Miguel Cuna, CESO I.
Last 5 December, the JFC had a courtesy meeting with DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma at the DOLE Office in Intramuros, Manila.
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Free trade hinges on GSP+ compliance - Malaya Business Insight
The European Union (EU) remains interested in forging a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Philippines but “not all elements are in place yet,” according to Luc Véron, ambassador of the EU Delegation in Manila.
The
#ECCP
met with Jakarta-based regional
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+ project Team Leader Paul Mandl and Trade Facilitation Expert Paolo Vergano to discuss possible collaborations on raising awareness of the Philippine
#business
sector on various
#ASEAN
trade facilitation initiatives.
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Jumpstarting Compliance With The Data Privacy Act Learn all about jumpstarting your company’s compliance with the DPA of 2012 including crimes and penalties that are provided for under the law and more. For more information, please contact Ms. Kamyr Cat…
ECCP Executive Director Florian Gottein was present at the SCG Logistics Management Co. and Royal Cargo Inc. Joint Venture Agreement Signing Ceremony held last February 7, 2023.
Read more about the signing ceremony via 🔗: .
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Locally-Based Euro Firms Hired More Than 800K Filipinos in 40 Yrs Member companies of the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) have created more than 800,000 jobs in the country since its establishment in 1978, its President Guenter Ta…
The Health and Well Being of Filipino Workers: Ending Workplace TB Tuberculosis (TB) has killed more people over the last decade than any other infectious disease. The Philippines has the fourth highest number of cases of TB of any country in the world …
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The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines backs the confirmation of Secretary Alfredo Pascual as DTI Chief.
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Following our rebranding to EUROCHAM Malaysia, we would like to convey our sincere appreciation to Mr. Florian Gottein, Executive Director of ECCP - European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (
@eccponline
) for his wonderful congratulatory message!
Rise of Data Centers : Opportunities in the Philippines for 2023 The data center sector in the Philippines continues to receive significant investment interest of which Santos Knight Frank is tracking a total of 220 MW worth of expressed interest, with …
Social Innovation: Capitalizing on Human-Centered Solutions Social Innovation refers to creating novel and effective solutions to better address most, if not all, social issues that are prevalent in our society today. As we progress into the 21st Centur…