BoI-approved investments nearing P1T, but remain short of target

The Board of Investments (BoI), the premier investment promotions arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), said it is nearly breaching P1-trillion investment approvals for 2025. However, that figure is short of the P1.75-trillion target for this year.

In a statement on Tuesday, the DTI-BoI management committee endorsed a combined total of approved investments valued at P124.81 billion, which, altogether, are expected to generate 4,444 jobs nationwide, subject to confirmation by the BoI Board.

With the latest endorsements, total BoI-approved investments for the year have now reached P977 billion, with the BOI maintaining that these reflect robust investor confidence and the government’s sustained efforts.

Wide range of priority sectors

In terms of industries, the projects span a wide range of priority sectors, including renewable energy, infrastructure, transport and logistics, IT-BPM services, housing, manufacturing, and tourism-related developments, underscoring broad-based economic activity as the year draws to a close.

A significant share of the total investment value is attributed to large-scale clean energy projects, including wind, solar, waste-to-energy, and battery energy storage facilities across Luzon and the Visayas.

Contribute substantially to Phl’s power supply

The projects are expected to contribute substantially to the country’s power supply while advancing national goals on energy security, sustainability and climate resilience.

The endorsed list also includes key transport and connectivity investments, such as new-generation aircraft for domestic and international routes and maritime transport assets that will strengthen inter-island mobility, trade and tourism.

Further, the DTI-BoI said the investments are expected to enhance regional connectivity and support the continued recovery of the transport and travel sectors.

Meanwhile, IT-BPM and digital services projects across Metro Manila, Central Luzon, the Cordilleras, and Cebu are projected to generate the bulk of employment, creating thousands of high-quality jobs in customer support, technical services, remote staffing, and managed services. These developments reinforce the Philippines’ standing as a leading hub for global services.

Complementing these are housing and real estate projects across multiple regions, which will expand access to affordable and economic housing while generating employment in construction and allied industries.

Leisure and recreation facilities included in the list are likewise expected to stimulate local economic activity and support community development.

Ensuring investments are translated into opportunities

“The steady flow of investments endorsed by the BoI shows that we remain fully engaged in creating jobs and sustaining economic momentum. We are working relentlessly to ensure that investments translate into opportunities for Filipino workers and communities,” Trade Secretary Roque said.