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Gensan, Sarangani to host 23rd Mindanao biz confab Volume III, No. 072
The MINBIZCON is the biggest gathering of Business Leaders of various business AVAO City - “ Growth Be- sectors comprising in MindBy Marlon Gayog MDN Davao region Bureau
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yond Convergence” is the promising theme of 23rd Mindanao Business Conference that both the General Santos City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (GSCCCII) and the Sarangani Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (SCCII) are hosting on September 1 to 3, 2014, at General Santos City.
PH’s 21.3% exports growth in June 2014 Tops trade-oriented economies in East, Southeast Asia MANILA -- Philippine merchandise exports grew by 21.3 percent, making it the top export performer among selected East and Southeast Asian economies, and raising hopes for a stronger expansion for the rest of 2014, according to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). “This is the highest level since the economy started posting a continuous positive growth in the same period last year. It is also way faster than the 6.9-percent increase in May 2014 and the 4.1-percent expansion in June 2013,” said Economic Planning Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan. The Philippines outperformed Vietnam (12.7%), People’s Republic of China (7.2%), Malaysia (5.6%), Singapore (4.7%), Thailand (3.9%), Indonesia (3.8%), Hong Kong (2.7%), Republic of Korea (2.5%), Taiwan (1.2%), and Japan (-6.5%). Philippine exports grew to $5.4 billion from $4.5 billion in June 20l3. For the first half of 2014, total exports rose by 8.3 percent to $29.8 billion from $27.5 billion in a comparable period last year. “The export gains are broad-based, as reflected by increased overseas demand for our manufactures, mineral products, total agro-based, and forest products. This also indicates that the global economy is ready for a strong recovery,” said Balisacan, who is also NEDA Director-General. Manufactured goods posted a doubledigit growth rate of 15.7 percent, which amounted to $4.3 billion in June 2014 from $3.7 billion in June 2013. Most notably, the exports value of electronics products reached $2.2 billion in June See growth, page B7
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Editor : Cheng Ordoñez
anao Island. In 2009, GSCCCII hosted the same event with then US Ambassador to the Philippines
Kristie Kenny gracing the affair, where some 1,200 delegates participated in the event. This year’s conference theme
See story Page 12 August 15, on 2014
fleshes out the the intent to proactively anticipate the ASEAN integration by 2015. See confab, page B7
GETTING THERE TOGETHER It’s been a year of milestones for Phoenix Petroleum. From opening its 400th station, to strengthening its association with the NBA, to conducting community efforts for education, environmental preservation, and health improvement, Phoenix Petroleum has done more than just stamp its claim as the country’s number one independent oil company. It has shown how much further traveling together can take you. And as Phoenix Petroleum prepares to continue its journey, we’d like to thank everyone who has shared the road with us. And we look forward to continue going the distance the best way possible: together.
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A LOOK BACK AT THE ROADS WE’VE COVERED As we commemorate our anniversary, it’s an opportune time for Phoenix Petroleum Philippines to glance at the rear view mirror. In the past year alone, there are so many reasons for us to celebrate and be grateful.
opportunities to grow.
TOGETHER, WE MADE IT It was 2007 when Phoenix Petroleum was first included in the stock exchange public listing. Since then, we have accelerated and zoomed up the ranks, all the way to our current spot as the top independent oil company in the Philippines. Not a small feat for this Davao-bred competitor brand.
The game Filipinos love is still firmly set in the heart of Phoenix Petroleum. As the official fuel of the NBA in the Philippines, we continued to roll out NBA-themed promotions so that hardcore fans can score the latest exclusive gear. On top of that, we dished out assists to meaningful events such as the Jr. NBA and Jr. WNBA to bring the NBA experience closer to the people.
Elementary School in Cebu City. Whenever we find opportunities to help, our grateful hearts go into overdrive, as it has always been our passion to enhance the lives of the people around us.
TOGETHER AS ONE COMMUNITY
All of these add up to the assertion that we can truly go wherever we want, as far as we want, as long as we’re driving forward as one. On to greater heights; let’s get there together. TOGETHER WE PLAY
TOGETHER NATIONWIDE Last May 8, Phoenix Petroleum opened its Mall of Asia EDSA extension station in Pasay City. As the 400th station to open nationwide, it’s a reminder that Phoenix Petroleum is not taking its foot off the pedal, continuously seeking new
As more and more Phoenix Petroleum stations open in different areas, our connections with the people in those communities also deepen. Brigada Eskwela became our means to make adopted schools such as Lapu-Lapu Elementary School in Davao City cleaner and brighter for young students. We made the trip to various places such as Calaca, Batangas for medical and dental missions. Our wheels were also set in motion for a donation drive of books and chairs such as for Pasil
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