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CLARK FREEPORT — The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) is strengthening local supply chains and business partnerships to help the Philippines’ semiconductor and electronics industry move toward higher-value manufacturing and improve its global competitiveness.
Aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Industry Roadmap, CDC convened 16 participants from 10 semiconductor industry locators during a sectoral meeting on Oct. 22 at the Clark Visitors Center.
CDC President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera emphasized the importance of business interdependence in preventing supply disruptions and sustaining production, particularly during crises.
“The essence of business interdependence is to address the challenges we experienced during the pandemic, when some of our processes and productive activities had to stop because we could not bring in raw materials or supplies,” Devanadera said.
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She added that companies could benefit by sourcing materials and supplies from businesses within the Freeport.
The meeting highlighted the Business Interdependence System (BIS), which connects locators and facilitates transactions among companies. In November 2025, CDC reported that BIS generated ₱4.55 billion in trade from January to September that year, involving 165 locators.
CDC’s digital Clark Locator Marketplace complements the initiative by connecting businesses with potential suppliers, buyers and partners, expanding local sourcing opportunities and helping reduce procurement and logistics costs.
Participants also received updates on locator services, including the Clark Jobs Portal, Enhanced Multi-Use Gate Pass, Electronic Application System for permits, and automatic renewal of Authority to Operate. Government services covering firearms and explosives licensing and Alien Employment Permits were also discussed.
“We want investors to see that they are not coming into a blank slate. They are coming into an ecosystem where people are already developing materials and manufacturing parts,” Devanadera said.
“We want to be able to be part of your growth. We want to be able to sustain whatever momentum you give,” she added.
The discussions also served as preparation for the 3rd Clark Business Interdependence Conference later this year.
CDC aims to strengthen Clark’s position as a semiconductor and electronics hub by expanding supplier networks, developing local capabilities and supporting investment in advanced manufacturing.
Also present were CDC officials Atty. Noelle Mina Meneses, Rodem Perez, Rommel Narciso, Kristine Lauren Pattaui and Noemi Julian.