Bacolod City has been recognized as the Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit (LGU) in the country, emerging at the top of a select group of five cities—Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Iloilo, and Mandaue.
The award was presented during the 2024 Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Awards held at Marriott Hotel in Pasay City recently.
Mayor Albee Benitez personally received the award on behalf of Bacolod City.
“We are honored to receive this recognition, which reflects the commitment of Bacolod to creating an environment where businesses can thrive,” Benitez said.
The recognition was based on four critical areas of evaluation: fast-tracking sustainable local economic development, ease of doing business initiatives, investment promotion efforts, and enhancing sectoral competitiveness.
Bacolod’s rise to the top of the list reinforces its reputation as a hub for business and economic activity in the Visayas region.
“This is a victory for all Bacolodnons as we continue to drive growth, innovation, and opportunities in our city.”
“This is a victory for all Bacolodnons as we continue to drive growth, innovation, and opportunities in our city,” the mayor stressed.
“Thank you for your continued support as we strive to make our city a hub of opportunities,” he added.
