ILOILO MEANS BUSINESS: Building an Investment-Ready Province and City

December 4, 2025 — The Iloilo Economic Development Foundation (ILEDF) convened leaders from government, business, and industry for a high-level forum focused on shaping Iloilo’s investment direction for 2026 and beyond. Designed as a strategic and dialogue-driven gathering, the forum strengthened public–private collaboration toward making Iloilo a competitive, sustainable, and investment-ready province and city. Provincial […]

Iloilo City Named 2025 Most Business-Friendly LGU in the Philippines

ILOILO CITY — A moment of pride for every Ilonggo! Iloilo City has been named the Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (City Level 1B Category) for 2025 by the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) — a recognition that celebrates the city’s commitment to innovation, good governance, and sustainable growth. Led by Hon. Mayor […]

ILOILO CITY RISES TO GLOBAL TECH SPOTLIGHT — JOINS TOP 5 PHILIPPINE STARTUP HUBS

ILOILO CITY RISES TO GLOBAL TECH SPOTLIGHT

ILOILO CITY, Philippines – May 2025— From quiet potential to global recognition, Iloilo City has officially entered the global tech map. In a landmark achievement, Iloilo has secured the 744th spot in the 2025 Global Startup Ecosystem Index published by StartupBlink, the world’s most comprehensive startup ecosystem ranking platform. This is the first time Iloilo […]

Innovate Iloilo Collaborates with MORE Power to Foster Innovation Ecosystem

Mr. Roel Z. Castro, President and COO of MORE Power, met with key innovation leaders to strengthen Iloilo’s position in the technology sector. The gathering included Regional Director of DOST VI, Engr. Rowen Gelonga; Executive Director of UMWAD Western Visayas, Dr. Carmelo Ambut; TBI Manager of KWADRA TBI, Mr. Rayjand Gellamucho; COO of Fyrlab Accelerator, […]