PH launches nationwide roadshow for strategic investment priorities

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Board of Investments (BOI), officially launched the nationwide roadshow for the 2026-2028 Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), kicking off its Luzon leg at Makati Diamond Residences on July 10.

The roadshow follows the approval of the updated SIPP in June and aims to familiarize investors, industry groups, government agencies, and development partners with the country’s priority investment sectors and available incentives.

The event brought together representatives from national government agencies, investment promotion agencies, business organizations, industry leaders, investors, and development partners, reflecting broad support for the government’s investment agenda.

Trade Secretary and BOI Chair Cristina A. Roque said the roadshow is designed to help businesses better understand the country’s investment priorities and the government’s support mechanisms.

“The approval of the 2026-2028 Strategic Investment Priority Plan was only the beginning. Through this roadshow, we are bringing the country’s investment priorities directly to businesses and investors, giving them a clearer understanding of where the opportunities are and how the Marcos Jr. administration can support their growth. Our goal is to translate these priorities into investments that create quality jobs, strengthen industries, and expand economic opportunities for Filipinos,” Roque said.

Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go highlighted the collaborative effort behind the updated investment roadmap.

“The 2026-2028 SIPP reflects the BOI’s leadership and close coordination with the Fiscal Incentives Review Board and our investment promotion agencies. It provides a unified direction for government and industry, ensuring that investment promotion efforts are aligned with the country’s broader economic agenda,” Go said.

The updated SIPP introduces a more structured framework for investment promotion, including a new Modern Basic Needs category that consolidates priority activities across manufacturing, agriculture, services, infrastructure, logistics, healthcare, and energy.

It also expands coverage for strategic and emerging industries, including advanced manufacturing, critical minerals and green metals, renewable and emerging energy technologies, sustainability-driven industries, artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, quantum technologies, and other innovation-focused sectors.

Trade Undersecretary and BOI Managing Head Ceferino S. Rodolfo said the BOI is working to operationalize the new investment plan through implementing guidelines.

“The SIPP is an important instrument for building strategic industries and strengthening the country’s long-term competitiveness. BOI is fast-tracking the finalization of the General Policies and Specific Guidelines and remains on track to publish these within the third quarter of the year,” Rodolfo said.

The Luzon event is the first in a nationwide series, with succeeding roadshows scheduled for the Visayas and Mindanao as the government seeks to encourage investments aligned with the country’s strategic development priorities.