Business Mission to Manila, Philippines
SEA260853
Overview
The Philippines is one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies, supported by a young and dynamic workforce, a rapidly expanding consumer market, and a pro-business investment environment. As the country continues to accelerate its digital transformation, infrastructure development, and industrial growth, it presents significant opportunities for Singapore companies seeking to expand into one of ASEAN’s most promising markets.
The Singapore Business Federation (SBF), with the support of Enterprise Singapore, is organising a Business Mission to Manila, Philippines, from 28 September to 2 October 2026. Designed as a comprehensive market access programme, the mission will equip participants with in-depth market insights, direct access to key government agencies and industry stakeholders, practical guidance on market entry, and curated B2B business matching opportunities to facilitate meaningful partnerships.
Participants can look forward to connecting with local government agencies and key partners such as Philippine Board of Investments (BOI), Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) and more.
Event Detail
Programme Highlights
Day 0 - Monday, 28 September 2026
Arrival in Manila
Day 1 - Tuesday, 29 September 2026
- Visit and briefing session by the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
- Visit and briefing session by the Philippine Board of Investments (BOI)
- Site visit to commercial and retail developments
- Visit to the Philippine Franchise Association (PFA)
Day 2 - Wednesday, 30 September 2026
- Sharing sessions on market entry, legal compliance, Employment of Record (EOR), flexible workspaces and outsourcing solutions
- Visit and briefing session by the IT & Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP)
- Visit and briefing session by BDO Bank to explore banking solutions for foreign businesses
- Experience sharing by a Singapore company successfully operating in the Philippines
Day 3 - Thursday, 1 October 2026
- Visit to the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI)
- Exclusive private lunch with the former Philippine Ambassador to Singapore
- Site visit to Filinvest City, including retail, commercial and education developments
Day 4 - Friday, 2 October 2026
- Curated B2B business matching sessions with Philippine companies
- Business networking lunch
- Departure for Singapore
Indicative programme (subject to change)
Programme/Agenda
PROGRAMME FEES:
(1) SGD 1,388 - SBF Member
(2) SGD 1,688 - Non SBF Member
(3) SGD 3,188 - Foreign Company (non-Singapore registered company)
Closing date: 14 September 2026
- Airfares, accommodation & personal expenditures are not included. These expenses shall be borne by participants.
- To check if you are SBF member, please visit SBF member directory https://members.sbf.org.sg/membershipdirectory
- To apply for SBF Membership, please apply at https://members.sbf.org.sg/sbfAssociateMembershipForm or email to associatemember@sbf.org.sg
WHY SHOULD I ATTEND
Discover Market Opportunities:
Gain understanding of the Philippines' business and regulatory landscape, explore priority sectors, and business ecosystem through exclusive market briefings and immersive site visits
Build Strategic Connections:
Meet decision-makers from government, industry, and the private sector to establish relationships that support successful market entry.
Accelerate Business Growth:
Unlock new business opportunities through curated B2B business matching and practical market entry support tailored to your expansion goals.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
C-suite leaders, business owners, decision-makers, and senior executives from Singapore-based companies looking to expand or explore opportunities in the Philippines market, e.g. but not limited to, Manufacturing, Digital Economy, Food and Agri business, Healthcare, Consumer and Lifestyle.
Contact Detail
Mr TAN Teck Lee
Email: tecklee.tan@sbf.org.sg
Ms YONG Rui Xing
Email: ruixing.yong@sbf.org.sg
# Submission of registration does not confirm your placement. Please wait for our email notification confirming your successful registration, together with the invoice for payment arrangements.
Email: tecklee.tan@sbf.org.sg
Ms YONG Rui Xing
Email: ruixing.yong@sbf.org.sg
# Submission of registration does not confirm your placement. Please wait for our email notification confirming your successful registration, together with the invoice for payment arrangements.
Monday, 28 September 2026 - Friday, 2 October 2026 
Philippines, Manila