Economy Minister Treñas holds initial meeting with European counterparts
In a recent meeting, Iloilo City Mayor Raisa Treñas discussed pressing economic issues and potential solutions with representatives from the European Union (EU) and the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP) on September 17, 2025.
During the discussion, the Economic Development Committee VI tackled the price trends of basic commodities, the regional economic situation, the Western Visayas Regional Development Plan 2023-2028 midterm update, and the Philippine Export Development Plan (PEDP) up to 2028.
Mayor Treñas expressed her vision for Western Visayas, stating that the region can specialize in sustainable agricultural products, business process outsourcing services, renewable energy, and cultural tourism. She acknowledged the challenges the region faces, such as climate change and skills gaps, but emphasized that Western Visayas is rich in resources, talent, and resilience.
The meeting also focused on exploring trade, green investments, and tourism opportunities, particularly in the proposed trade partnership between Iloilo and the Guam and Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). The proposed partnership could open new opportunities for commerce and exchange.
Iloilo Mayor Jerry Treñas and officials from Guam and CNMI were involved in the discussions regarding this potential partnership, though specific names of the representatives from Guam and CNMI were not detailed in the available information.
In addition, updates were presented on the Western Visayas Functional Literacy, Education, and Mass Media Survey.
Mayor Treñas expressed feelings of humility and inspiration regarding the potential of Western Visayas, stating that the region is ready to rise, positioning itself as connected to the world, competitive, and future-ready.
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