Premier conference to tackle energy, trade, security, AI, and regional competitiveness toward a stronger and more resilient ASEAN
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – National Capital Region (PCCI-NCR) will convene the country’s foremost business executives, government leaders, diplomats, policymakers, investors, and industry experts at the Metro Manila Business Conference (MMBC) 2026, to be held on August 3–4, 2026, at the Fiesta Pavilion, The Manila Hotel.
Carrying the theme “Navigating Energy, Trade, and Security for Resilient Business and a Stronger ASEAN,” the two-day conference will serve as the country’s premier platform for advancing policy dialogue, strengthening public-private collaboration, and generating practical solutions to enhance business resilience, accelerate economic growth, and reinforce ASEAN competitiveness.
As the Philippines navigates a rapidly evolving global landscape shaped by the energy transition, geopolitical shifts, digital transformation, and changing trade dynamics, the need for stronger collaboration between government and the private sector has never been more critical. MMBC 2026 responds to this imperative by bringing together key decision-makers to exchange ideas, forge strategic partnerships, and develop forward-looking solutions that will strengthen enterprise competitiveness and position the Philippines as a key driver of growth within the ASEAN region.
Against the backdrop of an increasingly uncertain global economy, MMBC 2026 will provide a high-level platform for strategic dialogue between the public and private sectors. More than a gathering of leaders, the conference is where policies are shaped, investments are encouraged, and cross-sector partnerships are forged. By convening the nation’s leading decision-makers alongside regional and international stakeholders, MMBC 2026 aims to transform today’s challenges into opportunities that will drive sustainable growth, strengthen economic resilience, and elevate the Philippines’ leadership within the ASEAN community.
The conference will feature a distinguished lineup of keynote speakers and panelists, including Cabinet officials, Metro Manila local chief executives, ASEAN ambassadors, business leaders, economists, technology experts, and industry champions who will share their insights on today’s most pressing economic issues. Discussions will focus on critical areas such as competitive cities, energy security, regional trade and investment, government services for enterprises, organizational development, economic security, artificial intelligence, workforce transformation, and CEO leadership in times of disruption.
Among the conference highlights are:
- LGU Leadership Panel on building competitive and investment-ready cities;
- Energy Plenary on accelerating the country’s energy transition and strengthening energy security;
- ASEAN Ambassadors’ Roundtable on regional trade, investment, and economic integration;
- Government Services Forum showcasing programs that accelerate business growth;
- Chamber Development Forum highlighting best practices and regional competitiveness across the five PCCI areas;
- CEO Fireside Chat featuring some of the country’s most respected business leaders discussing resilience, innovation, and leadership;
- Economic Security Forum addressing geopolitical risks, fiscal policy, and national competitiveness; and
- AI and the Future Workforce Session exploring how businesses can prepare for the rapidly evolving digital economy.
The conference will culminate in the presentation and adoption of the MMBC 2026 Resolutions, reflecting the collective recommendations of the business community to help shape policies that promote investment, innovation, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth. These resolutions will reinforce PCCI’s continuing role as the voice of Philippine business and its commitment to building a stronger, more competitive, and more resilient ASEAN.
For more than three decades, the Metro Manila Business Conference has served as PCCI-NCR’s flagship business forum, bringing together leaders from government, industry, academia, and the diplomatic community to address emerging challenges, influence policy, and create opportunities that advance the country’s economic agenda. As the conference marks its 34th edition, it continues its legacy of championing dialogue, innovation, and collaboration in support of a more competitive Philippines and a stronger ASEAN.
About PCCI-NCR
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry – National Capital Region (PCCI-NCR) is the regional arm of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, representing the business community across Metro Manila. It advocates policies that promote entrepreneurship, strengthen local chambers of commerce, support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and foster inclusive and sustainable economic development through meaningful public-private collaboration.
