The forum on economic prospects for Negros Island Region (NIR) hosted by the Metro Bacolod Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MBCCI) aims to unlock private investment opportunities in the newly established region, Negros Occidental Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson said yesterday.
“As leaders, entrepreneurs and stakeholders, we must act decisively and collaboratively to ensure that the Negros Island Region becomes a model not just of progress, but also of inclusivity. Let us embrace this new period with optimism,” Lacson said in his speech.
The forum held at the Citadines in Bacolod City focused on NIR’s economic prospects, opportunities in agribusiness and entrepreneurship, and investment potential in real estate and infrastructure development.
NIR is composed of Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, Siquijor and Bacolod City.
Lacson said that the conference is a testament to the momentum that the provinces of NIR are building.
“With approximately 4.3 million Negrenses, the establishment of the NIR, along with its own Regional Development Council and Regional Technical Working Team, will improve the efficiency of basic service delivery, accelerate economic growth, and drive social development,” he added.
The forum was also attended by Bacolod City Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez, Victorias City Mayor Javier Miguel Benitez, MBCCI president Juliana Carbon and vice president for governmental affairs Frank Carbon. ||
