Philippine Business Forum in Melbourne: Strengthening Economic Ties with Australia

The Philippine Business Forum was held on 4 March 2024 alongside the ASEAN Australia Summit in Melbourne, Australia was a momentous occasion that brought together esteemed business leaders from both the Philippines and Australia. President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. delivered a keynote speech extending a warm invitation to Australian business leaders to explore investment opportunities in the Philippines. He […]

APBC Official Engagements 2023

This has been a remarkable year filled with partnerships, impactful initiatives, and the collective effort of our dedicated Directors, Members and Partners. As we reflect on the achievements of the past year, let us also look forward to new opportunities and challenges that the coming year may bring. Thank you for being an integral part […]

PAMM Dialogue with Minister for Trade and Tourism Senator the Hon Don Farrell |10 October 2023

On the 10th of September 2023, a dialogue was held with Trade and Tourism Minister Senator the Hon Don Farrell, chaired by Ambassador to the Philippines. H.E Ms HK Yu PSM with participating private sector representatives from Australia and the Philippines for the sixth Philippines–Australia Ministerial Meeting (PAMM) in Adelaide. The dialogue generated the opportunity […]

The Sixth Philippines–Australia Ministerial Meeting (PAMM) Adelaide | 9-10 October 2023

Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell welcomed Philippine Secretary for Foreign Affairs Enrique Manalo and Secretary of Trade Alfredo Pascual to Adelaide for the sixth Philippines–Australia Ministerial Meeting (PAMM). With the recent visit of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to the Philippines including the signing the Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership, PAMM provided […]

Exciting News for Bilateral Trade Between Australia and the Philippines

Australia Philippines Business Council (APBC) is thrilled to witness the positive impact of Prime Minister Albanese’s visit to Manila during September of 2023. The recent elevation of bilateral relations between Australia and the Philippines to a Strategic Partnership paves the way for stronger economic ties. APBC President, Rafael Toda sat down for an interview with […]

APBC Networking Night in Melbourne – 20 September 2023

APBC held a successful Networking Night hosted at the Philippine Consulate General, Melbourne on 20 September 2023. The night included Insights on the latest trade & investment developments between Australia and the Philippines. Key speakers for the night included Vice President of Victoria Janeca C Gross, President Rafael Toda, Consul General in Melbourne Maria Lourdes […]

Fostering Connections: A Remarkable Night of Business Networking in Sydney

What a fantastic evening at Australia Philippines Business Council Networking Night held at Vessel Dining & Bar in Sydney on August 22.  The power of networking was on full display as attendees engaged in insightful discussions sparking connections, innovative ideas and exciting collaborations. APBC Vice President NSW George Votava and APBC Director Communications, Events and […]

Philippines & Australia: Latest Trade Developments and Announcements

The APBC are thrilled to have held our Perth Event – Philippines & Australia: Latest Trade Developments and Announcements on 10 August 2023. The event organized by Jenny Rose Ryall Vice President Western Australia APBC  included Rafael Toda President APBC, Atty. Virma Symons – Philippine Honorary Consul to Western Australia, Sam Abraham – Director, Centre […]

Better-Together Project: Building Economic Resilience & Connecting ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs with Australia

The APBC was a proud supporter of Better-Together Project: Building Economic Resilience & Connecting ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs with Australia. This project was funded by the Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through Australia-ASEAN Council and involved multiple partners and stakeholders in Australia, the Philippines and Indonesia. Through the leadership of Alfred Presbitero, Associate Professor […]