Two top-level EU business missions, comprising of some of Europe’s largest firms, are visiting the Philippines this year to explore opportunities in waste management and construction sectors. Florian Gottein, executive director of the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ECCP), said the first mission will be held in March this year comprising of 30-50 European firms. The mission members are engaged in waste management and are offering their expertise and capabilities to the country’s drive to implement waste management systems. This mission coincides with President Duterte’s strong warning against establishments that are causing pollution to the Manila Bay. Last year, Duterte shutdown Boracay for six months to give way for a thorough clean-up of the island paradise.

Cahiles-Magkilat, B. (2019, January 30). EU firms take closer look at PH waste management. Manila Bulletin, p. B-7.