Top government officials, key business leaders to gather on Stratbase’s 20th anniversary conference

MANILA, Philippines — Top government officials and key business leaders will gather in Makati on Nov. 6 and 7 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Stratbase Group, a policy research and business advisory firm.

To mark this event, the Stratbase Group is organizing a two-day “Pilipinas Conference” to discuss strategic initiatives necessary for fostering a robust economy and resilient society through the creation of green and high-quality jobs.

Among those who will speak in the two-day conference are Finance Secretary Ralph Recto, Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla, Environment Secretary Antonia Yulo Loyzaga, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Secretary Frederick Go, Department of Trade and Industry Acting Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, Maharlika Investment Corp.president and CEO Rafael Jose Consing Jr., Armed Forces of the Philippines chief of staff Romeo Brawner Jr., Australian Ambassador Hae Kyong Yu and Japanese Ambassador Endo Kazuya.

Also expected to attend are top business leaders led by Ayala Corp. chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, ACCIONA Infrastructure chief executive officer Jose Diaz-Caneja, Meralco PowerGen Corp. president and CEO Emmanuel Rubio, Aboitiz Power Corp. chief financial officer Sandro Aboitiz, Nickel Asia Corp. president and CEO Martin Antonio Zamora, Prime Infrastructure Capital president and CEO Guillaume Lucci and Aboitiz Infracapital president and CEO Cosette Canilao.

Stratbase Group president and chief executive officer Dindo Manhit said the Pilipinas Conference started in 2016 and is now in its ninth year.

He said the conference aims to strengthen cooperation, develop strategic realignment, and provide a platform for leaders from the government, business sector, diplomatic community, think tanks and civil society organizations to navigate the geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges facing the Philippines in 2025 and beyond.

“Stratbase is committed to sustain its unique role in facilitating these essential dialogues, ensuring that all sectors of society are represented and engaged in shaping the nation’s future. The path forward must integrate the collective insights of all stakeholders, driven by a shared vision of raising the Philippines’ standing in the global economy and enhancing the quality of life for every Filipino,” Manhit said.

“The 2024 Pilipinas Conference is more than just an event; it is a call to action for all who are invested in the country’s future. Together, we can chart a course that secures the Philippines’ rightful place on the world stage,” he added.