MANILA – The Philippines is set to co-host the 6th Indo-Pacific Business Forum (IPBF), a significant event organized by the United States government to foster economic ties within the region. This announcement was made by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
According to Philippines News Agency, the forum scheduled for May 21 will feature participation from 500 individuals, including senior government officials, industry experts, and stakeholders from across the Indo-Pacific. The event will include a hybrid livestream component to enable remote attendance. The US Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), in partnership with the US Department of State, will oversee the hosting of the IPBF, which aims to enhance trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the US and its partners in the region.
The IPBF briefer highlights the forum's role in connecting government representatives, industry leaders, and international partners to discuss export opportunities in emerging Indo-Pacific economies and find infrastructure solutions to development challenges. The forum will also offer networking and business matching opportunities focused on promoting infrastructure investments, particularly in areas like clean energy transition, emerging technologies and cybersecurity, supply chain and industrial value chain resilience, health, and food security. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about government tools and programs that support regional projects.