Philippine leadership in regional housing finance is set to expand after the National Home Mortgage Finance Corporation (NHMFC) was unanimously elected chair of the Asian Secondary Mortgage Market Association (ASMMA) for 2027, underscoring the country’s growing influence in advancing sustainable mortgage financing across Asia.

The NHMFC secured the leadership post during the annual meeting of the Asian Secondary Mortgage Market Association in Mongolia, where delegates from member economies discussed strategies to strengthen secondary mortgage markets, promote green finance, and deepen regional cooperation.

The appointment places NHMFC at the forefront of efforts to improve housing finance systems across Asia while giving the Philippines a greater role in shaping policies and sharing best practices with neighboring economies.

NHMFC President Renato Tobias said the unanimous election reflects the confidence of regional counterparts in the corporation’s contributions to housing finance innovation.

“Our election as ASMMA Chair reflects the trust and confidence of our regional counterparts in NHMFC’s contributions to housing finance innovation. This leadership role enables National Home Mortgage to foster stronger regional partnerships, exchange best practices, and help shape the future of housing finance across Asia.”