THE Department of Trade and Industry is actively seeking investments from companies in New Zealand to boost innovation and technology in the Philippines.Delegates from the Philippines, led by Trade Undersecretary Allan Gepty, highlighted investment opportunities at the 'Make it Happen in the Philippines: A Business Forum and Networking Night' held in Auckland on May 27.Gepty reiterated the country's drive to create an environment that nurtures innovation and scientific discovery.
PEZA Deputy Director General for Finance and Administration Maria Veronica Magsino highlighted the agency's latest developments in ecozone development such as aerotropolis parks; agro-forestry parks; biotech centers; financial technology hubs; knowledge, innovation, science and technology parks; and startup ecozones, among others.