LEGAZPI CITY — Camarines Sur earned a special national citation for promoting a business-friendly environment, attracting investments, and generating jobs.
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) conferred the 2026 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Special Citation Award on the provincial government on Tuesday at the Manila Hotel during the 52nd Philippine Business Conference and Exposition.
READ: ‘Gov’t continuing reforms to make PH business-friendly’Gov. Luis Raymund “LRay” Villafuerte Jr. said his administration would further improve the province’s investment climate and expand economic opportunities for residents following the recognition.
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“We welcome investments because investments create businesses. Businesses create jobs. Jobs provide income, dignity, and opportunities for our people to build better lives for their families,” he said.
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Villafuerte stressed the importance of government working with the private sector to sustain economic growth.
He said his administration focused on efficiency, innovation, and measurable results, adding that improving people’s lives was a measure of government success.
Meanwhile, Iriga City was named the 2026 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit in the component city category.
Mayor Rex C. Oliva said the recognition reflected the city government, partner agencies, and stakeholders’ efforts in making Iriga more competitive and business-friendly. /coa
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