USABC and ARTA Sign Partnership to Enhance Ease of Doing Business in the Philippines
Manila, Philippines — The US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) and the Philippines’ Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to streamline government processes and promote regulatory efficiency. The agreement was signed by ARTA Director General, Secretary Ernesto V. Perez, and USABC Senior Vice President and Regional Managing Director Ambassador Brian McFeeters (ret.).
Joining the ranks of other private sector groups and trade associations, USABC became the 29th organization to be recognized as an “ARTA Champion,” empowering the organization to advocate for and support ARTA’s mandate under Republic Act (R.A.) 11032, the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Law. Furthermore, USABC will collaborate closely with ARTA to address business challenges and promote ARTA’s programs to improve the country’s ease of doing business. Through this role, USABC will provide ARTA with critical insights that can drive meaningful changes in the regulatory landscape.
Director General Perez said, “This MOU formalizes the strong existing relationship between our two organizations and provides ARTA an opportunity to expand its network with partner associations and organizations like the US-ASEAN Business Council in promoting the agency’s mandate to improve the ease of doing business.”
Ambassador McFeeters expressed optimism about the collaboration, saying, “This partnership with ARTA reflects our shared commitment to advancing regulatory reforms and improving the business environment in the Philippines. By being an ARTA Champion, USABC strengthens our resolve to promote investments and contribute to the country’s economic growth.”
The partnership is a significant step towards enhancing public-private cooperation and builds on the commitment of both ARTA and USABC to facilitate an environment champions operational efficiency and supports the Philippines’ efforts to remain competitive on the global stage.
