August 15, 2024
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Poro Point Management Management Corporation (PPMC) participated in the 33rd North Luzon Area Business Conference (NLABC) on August 8-9, 2024 at Isabela Convention Center, Cauayan City, Province of Isabela. Themed “Empowering North Luzon for a Sustainable Future,” the conference highlighted fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and promoting sustainable economic growth in North Luzon, Philippines.
During the event, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) North Luzon and the Philippine Chamber Development Institute (PhilCDI) launched the Adopt-A-Chamber Program. This initiative focuses on a proactive and inclusive approach to chamber development, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and mutual support in advancing the interests and welfare of businesses within the North Luzon Region. The program empowers local Chambers of Commerce and Industries to thrive, innovate, and drive positive change.
Additionally, a Trade exhibit was held alongside the conference, which showcased products and services from at least 49 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from Isabela, Cagayan, Quirino, Nueva Ecija, Batanes, and Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
The NLABC was organized by the PCCI and hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Isabela. The next NLABC for 2025 will be hosted in Region 3.
The Poro Point Freeport Zone used to house the former Wallace Air Station. The enactment of Republic Act 7227 (Bases Conversion and Development Act) on March 19, 1992 and Proclamation No. 216 on July 27, 1993 effectively transferred the stewardship of the Freeport to the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) to facilitate its conversion into a productive economic growth center.
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