Category: Economy
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Camarines Sur Officials Learn From Iloilo’s People-Centered Programs
The Iloilo Provincial Government’s client-focused initiatives took the spotlight today as local officials from Cabalanga, Camarines Sur visited the Provincial Capitol for a learning exchange. The delegation benchmarked Iloilo’s Gender and Development (GAD), Tourism, and Economic Programs, all designed to directly improve services and opportunities for the people. These programs, anchored on inclusivity and empowerment,…
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Iloilo LEDIPO Officers
IN PHOTOS: The new set of officers and board of trustees of the Iloilo LEDIPO Association, Inc. took their oath of office before Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. on September 19, 2025. They are composed of: PRESIDENT: Ms. Arlene P. Lavilla (Lambunao)TREASURER: Ms. Jojet D. Desamero (Ajuy)SECRETARY: Ms. Nerissa O. Braza (Barotac Nuevo) BOARD OF TRUESTEES:…
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Iloilo Hosts 3-Day Alunsina Kabuhayan Convention And Bazaar
The Iloilo provincial government is hosting the three-day nationwide 2025 Alunsina: Kabuhayan Convention and Bazaar and Gawad Sulong from September 16 to 18 at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol grounds. This activity celebrates the triumphs of the Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) which offers employment, livelihood and business…
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Benchmarking Visit Of Catbalogan City
3 September 2025, Iloilo Provincial Capitol, Iloilo City – As part of their Planning and Budgeting Conference in Iloilo, the delegation from Catbalogan City carried out a benchmarking visit at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol. The team was led by Ms. Maria Theresa Aroza, City LEDIPO, and Mr. Arnaldo Aroza, City Planning and Development Officer, and…
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Iloilo Backs Women Entrepreneurs With GMP Training
Women micro-entrepreneurs in Iloilo are gaining stronger footing in their businesses after participating in a training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The activity, organized in partnership with the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions (LEDIP Center Iloilo Province) Center of the Iloilo Provincial Government, supports the Gender and Development (GADIloilo) Local Learning Hub’s program on…
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Iloilo Eyes Bamboo Boom: Sustainable Livelihood, Green Innovation On The Horizon
A bold and sustainable opportunity for inclusive growth may soon take root in the province as the Iloilo Local Economic Development (ILED) Foundation, in partnership with Rizome Bamboo, presented a transformative investment proposal to Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. and key officials of the Iloilo Provincial Government. At the center of the proposal is the creation…
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Nutrisyon Para Sa Lahat: Iloilo Supports 51st Nutrition Month Celebration
Text and photos by WVSU interns The Iloilo provincial government led by the Provincial Nutrition Council celebrated the 51st Nutrition Month on July 7, 2025 at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol, emphasizing the importance of ensuring equal access to nutritious food for all Filipinos. The celebration has an overarching theme, “Sa PPAN: Sama-sama sa Nutrisyong Sapat…
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Ilongga Envoy Visits Capitol, Pushes Investment Ties
Bringing global diplomacy closer to home, H.E. Nina Padilla Cainglet, Ambassador of the Philippines to Bangladesh with concurrent jurisdiction over Sri Lanka and Maldives, paid a courtesy visit to Governor Arthur Defensor, Jr. today at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol. A proud native of Iloilo, Ambassador Cainglet expressed her deep connection to the province and her…
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LEDIP Center Joins Converge’s Biz Session On Accelerating Digital Growth For SMEs
17 June 2025, Smallville 21 Hotel, Iloilo City – The Iloilo Provincial Government, through its Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Center, participated in “Connected Commerce: Accelerating the Digital Growth of SMEs”, a Biz Session organized by Converge ICT Solutions, Inc. This event brought together key stakeholders, business owners, and local government representatives to…
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DTI Region VI Hosts Regional Workshop On Crafting The Western Visayas Export Roadmap
16-17 June 2025, Iloilo City – the Iloilo Provincial Government through the Provincial Local Economic Development and Investment Promotion (LEDIP) Center, joined the Regional Export Assessment and Crafting of the Regional Export Roadmap for Western Visayas held at Park Inn Hotel, Mandurriao, Iloilo City. Organized by the Department of Trade and Industry Region VI, the…