{"id":22475,"date":"2025-08-14T17:02:30","date_gmt":"2025-08-14T21:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/?p=22475"},"modified":"2025-08-14T17:04:47","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T21:04:47","slug":"climate-focused-book-debuts-in-new-york-links-sustainability-with-investment-opportunities-in-ph","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newyorkpcg.org\/pcgny\/2025\/08\/14\/climate-focused-book-debuts-in-new-york-links-sustainability-with-investment-opportunities-in-ph\/","title":{"rendered":"Climate-Focused Book Debuts in New York, Links Sustainability with Investment Opportunities in PH"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Climate-Focused Book Debuts in New York, Links Sustainability with Investment Opportunities in PH<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Mr. Mon Abrea engages attendees on how policy reforms, streamlined processes, and environmental commitments position the Philippines for long-term, sustainable growth. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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NEW YORK CITY, 14 August 2025 <\/strong>\u2013 The Philippine Trade and Investment Center in New York and the Philippine Consulate General in New York, in partnership with the Asian Consulting Group (ACG), hosted a tax and investment briefing and the New York launch of Mon Abrea\u2019s latest book Reimagining the World Without Climate Change<\/em> on 13 August 2025 at the Philippine Center.<\/span><\/p>

In her welcome remarks, Trade Commissioner Alma F. Argayoso emphasized the Philippines\u2019 strong position as a premier investment destination, highlighting pro-business reforms and active partnerships between the government and the private sector. She also gave an overview of the country\u2019s economic performance, key growth sectors, and recent policy measures designed to create a more competitive and investor-friendly environment.<\/span><\/p>

Consul General Senen T. Mangalile, in his keynote address, underscored that the Philippines\u2019 economic aspirations must go hand in hand with environmental responsibility and sustainable development. Citing the country\u2019s vulnerability to the impacts of climate change, he stressed the urgent need for collective action to safeguard both livelihoods and industries. He also highlighted tourism as a vital contributor to the Philippine economy, noting that its long-term growth depends on keeping destinations safe, sustainable and resilient.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cIt is both our responsibility as global citizens and our duty as Filipinos to contribute to building a greener, more sustainable, and more resilient future,\u201d he said. \u201cHaving a book like this, and gatherings like this, that allow discussions on building sustainable and resilient economies, is a step towards the right direction.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

In his presentation, Abrea encouraged potential investors to look closely at sectors where the Philippines holds strong competitive advantages, including renewable energy, semiconductors and electronics, digital economy and e-commerce, and sustainable tourism. He added that beyond offering incentives, it is hoped that the Philippines will embed environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into investment priorities to align economic gains with sustainability goals.<\/span><\/p>

Abrea said that his latest book discusses the adoption of a global carbon tax.\u00a0 He urged business leaders to integrate climate-conscious practices into their strategies. \u201cThe Philippines is not just open for business, it is primed for sustainable investment,\u201d he said, adding that the country\u2019s long-term competitiveness depends on attracting partners who will \u201cinvest in ways that benefit both the economy and the environment.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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From left: Trade Commissioner Alma Argayoso, Mr. Mon Abrea, Consul General Senen Mangalile, Fil-Am Businesswoman and Philanthropist Loida Lewis, Consul Anna Marie Mae Guerra, and Vice Consul Peter John de la Fuente. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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The event, attended by members of the business community, the Filipino diaspora, and other relevant stakeholders, was part of ACG\u2019s 2025 International Tax and Investment Roadshow in the US. END<\/strong><\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The program concluded with a Q&A session, book signing, and a networking reception. (Photo by Sherlyn Roxas)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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