A group of Japanese developers has pledged to invest in the government’s flagship housing initiative after receiving assurances of strict anti-corruption measures, marking a boost in private sector confidence in the program’s rollout.

Kizuna Communities, a consortium of Japanese firms, committed to join the nationwide implementation of the Expanded Pambansang Pabahay para sa Pilipino Program, initially expressing interest in developing two socialized housing projects. 

The move follows a meeting with Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) Secretary Jose Ramon Aliling, where transparency and governance were central concerns.

During the discussion, the group sought firm guarantees that project implementation would be free from irregularities.

Secretary Aliling responded by underscoring the agency’s firm stance against corruption, citing it as a core principle under the department’s reform agenda.

"As long as the Expanded 4PH Program is corruption-free, more investors will participate. The high credibility of DHSUD should always be maintained to make Expanded 4PH sustainable,” Secretary Aliling said.