Proposed PPP Code to introduce significant reforms
With the imminent enactment of the proposed Public Private Partnership (PPP) Act, this year's summit holds even greater significance. The law aims to introduce significant reforms to address ambiguities in the previous law, attend to the bottlenecks and challenges in the implementation of the PPP program, and foster a more competitive and enabling environment for PPPs.
The proposed PPP Act is expected to be enacted before the year ends, following its ratification by the 19th Congress on 27 September 2023.
22 November 2023 (Wednesday) 10am – 5pm
One of our speakers, Ma. Cynthia C. Hernandez, Executive Director of the PPP Center of the Philippines, will discuss infrastructure and PPP legal framework and developments. This includes the PPP Act that is expected to be enacted before the year ends. The proposed PPP Act of the Philippines aims to bring significant reforms to public financial management, streamline processes, incentivize private partners while protecting public interest. It has the potential to create opportunities for investment, promote efficiency, and ensure accountability in infrastructure development.
The insights to be discussed in this session can help you navigate the changing infrastructure landscape and gain a deeper understanding of its developments. You will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and stakeholders, explore investment possibilities, and shape the future of infrastructure development in the Philippines.
Esteemed speakers and champions of PPP and infrastructure will share their expertise on various topics.
Infra Summit 2023 topics and speakers
Keynote address
Sen. Joseph Victor “JV” G. Ejercito
Senate of the Philippines
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Catherine Fong, Undersecretary for Privatization and Corporate Affairs Group, Department of Finance
Maria Catalina E. Cabral, Undersecretary for Planning and Public-Private Partnership Services, Department of Public Works and Highways
Sec. Ernesto V. Perez, CPA, Director General, Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA)
Panel Discussion 1:
Infrastructure and PPP Legal Framework and Developments
Ma. Cynthia C. Hernandez, Executive Director, Public-Private Partnership Center of the Philippines
Panel Discussion 2:
Digital Infrastructure
Cosette V. Canilao, President & CEO, Aboitiz InfraCapital
Panel Discussion 3:
Trends and Nuances on LGU PPP
Mayor Benjamin B. Magalong, City Government of Baguio
John Dominic Zafe, Director IV, Public-Private Partnership Center of the Philippines
Panel Discussion 4:
Infrastructure Financing
Simon Booker, Partner for Capital Projects and Infrastructure, PwC China/Hong Kong
Panel discussion 5:
Sustainability in infrastructure
Catherine Lipana-Gomez, Deals and Corporate Finance and ESG Partner, PwC Philippines
Moderators and panelists
- Atty. Jose Patrick S. Rosales, Infrastructure and Tax Director, PwC Philippines
- Jeffrey I. Manalo, Deputy Executive Director V, Public-Private Partnership Center of the Philippines
- Usec Gerald Divinagracia, Deputy Director General for Operations, Anti-Red Tape Authority
- Atty. Lianne Ivy P. Medina, Mergers and Acquisitions Director, Philippine Competition Commission
- Aldie P. Garcia, Assurance Managing Partner, PwC Philippines
- Usec. David Almirol, Undersecretary for e-Government, Department of Information and Communications Technology
- Usec. Jeffrey Dy, Undersecretary for Cybersecurity, Department of Information and Communications Technology
- Benjamin Azada, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer, Converge ICT Solutions, Inc.
- Henry Aguda, President and CEO, UnionDigital Bank
- Eleazar E. Ricote, Deputy Executive Director, Public-Private Partnership Center of the Philippines
- Ramon “Dondi” Alikpala, CEO, FutureWater Asia
- Juan Manuel “Jay” Gatmaitan, Head of Economic Investment and Promotions Office, Quezon City Local Economic Investment Office
- Atty. Brando C. Cabalsi, Partner, Cabrera & Company/PwC Philippines
- Mary Jade T. Roxas-Divinagracia, CFA®, CVA, Deals and Corporate Finance Managing Partner, PwC Philippines
- Eduardo V. Francisco, President, BDO Capital & Investment Corporation
- Roel Refran, EVP and Chief Operating Officer, Philippine Stock Exchange
- Ida Tiongson, President and CEO, Opal Portfolio Investments (SPV-AMC) Inc.
- Ramon H. Diaz, Executive Director and CFO, Megawide Construction Corporation
- Atty. Alexander B. Cabrera, Chairman Emeritus and ESG Leader, PwC Philippines, Vice President, Management Association of the Philippines
- Dr. Gerardo “Gap” D. Legaspi, Director, Philippine General Hospital
- Jose P. Madara, President and CEO, METPower Venture Partners Holdings Inc.
- Sarah Bergado, Sustainability Head, Manila Water Company
Joining instructions
| Register now | www.pwc.com/ph/infrastructure-summit-registration |
| Registration fee | PH₱3,900 + 12% VAT will apply. |
| Inclusions | Morning and afternoon snacks, lunch and summary of discussions to be provided after the event. |
| No-show policy | The registration fee remains billable and non-refundable, but transferable. |
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