The Board of Investments (BOI) said it is poised to process at least P1.12 trillion worth of investment projects in the first half of 2025, signaling continued investor confidence and sustained momentum across key sectors.
It said the investment pipeline this year includes P290 billion from 65 projects undergoing check-listing and an additional P832 billion from three major ventures that are completing documentary requirements.
The three projects, two utility-scale renewable energy ventures and one strategic infrastructure development, are certified under the Green Lane initiative, which ensures fast-tracked processing for priority investments.
“We are now entering a crucial implementation phase where many of our previously approved investments are being realized on the ground. At the same time, we are working hard to sustain momentum by pushing a new wave of projects toward registration,” said BOI chair and Department of Trade and Industry Secretary Cristina Roque.
Data showed that in the first five months of 2025, the BOI approved P329.5 billion in investments, with domestic investors accounting for P268 billion and foreign firms contributing P61.5 billion.
A total of 65 projects were approved in the five-month period, reflecting sustained investor interest in sectors such as renewable energy, IT-BPM, manufacturing, logistics, food security and infrastructure.
The BOI said of the projects under check-listing, 12 are classified as strategic with a combined value of P116.81 billion, and are covered by Executive Order 18, which streamlines the evaluation and approval of priority investments to fast-track their implementation.
Once cleared, the entire pipeline of projects is expected to generate around 4,278 new jobs, supporting the Marcos administration’s push for inclusive and high-quality employment opportunities.
The BOI said to sustain and expand investor engagement, it is intensifying its promotion efforts through the nationwide CREATE MORE Roadshows and international outreach initiative beginning with the Philippine Business Forum in Seoul.
This was the first of several overseas missions targeting high-value sectors such as digital infrastructure, renewable energy and advanced manufacturing.
Adding to the momentum is the upcoming 2025–2027 Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP), which is now in its final stages of review following nationwide consultations.
Once approved, the SIPP is expected to unlock new investment flows into climate-smart technologies, energy transition and other national development priorities.
