| Date |
Subject |
| May 26, 2025 |
Joint Position Paper of Foreign Chambers and Industry Associations on the legislated wage increase, its impact on jobs, and the urgency of government programs on workers’ assistance. |
| June 4, 2025 |
JFC Letter to Chairpersons Pimentel and Biron on Amendments to the Foreign Investors’ Long-Term Lease Act The JFC urges the Bicameral Conference Committee to adopt the House of Representatives’ version, House Bill (HB) No. 10775. |
| June 5, 2025 |
JFC Position Paper on RMC No. 5-2024 The JFC submitted comments and examples of how RMC No. 5-2024 will adversely affect business services and operations, negatively impact job creation, and diminish the Philippines’ appeal as an investment destination. |
| July 9, 2025 |
JFC position paper on DOLE DO No. 248 Series of 2025, or the New Rules and Regulations on the Employment of Foreign Nationals in the Philippines The JFC urges the government to temporarily hold the implementation of DO No. 248 and initiate further consultation with industry stakeholders directly affected by the Order. |
| July 23, 2025 |
PBG-JFC Press Release – Business Sector Presents Reform Agenda to PBBM ahead of SONA Business Sector presents comprehensive list of priority legislation for the 20th Congress. |
| July 23, 2025 |
PBG-JFC Letter to President Bongbong Marcos The letter submitted by the Philippine Business Groups – Joint Foreign Chambers (PBG-JFC) to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. contains a comprehensive list of priority legislative measures recommended by the business sector for consideration during the 20th Congress. |
| July 28, 2025 |
JFC Position Paper to FDA Director General Atty. Paolo Teston addressing challenges in the Philippines Dermocosmetics Industry. The position paper highlights the key challenges facing the dermocosmetics industry in the Philippines and offers recommendations to the Philippine FDA and other relevant government agencies. |
| August 7, 2025 |
[MEDIA RELEASE] – JFC, IBPAP, and US-ABC Statement on the Enactment of Konektadong Pinoy The statement requests stakeholder participation in the drafting of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Konektadong Pinoy Act. |
| August 18, 2025 |
JFC Position Paper on SEC Draft Circular on Sustainability Reporting for Large Non-Listed Entities The JFC submitted their comments on the Securities and Exchange Commission Draft Memorandum Circular on the Adoption of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) on Sustainability Disclosures and Issuance of Reporting Guidelines for Publicly-Listed Companies and Large Non-Listed Entities. |
| August 26, 2025 |
[MEDIA RELEASE] – JFC, IBPAP, and US-ABC Statement on the Enactment of Konektadong Pinoy Business groups applaud enactment of Konektadong Pinoy Act, look forward to full implementation. |
| August 27, 2025 |
JFC Letter to DICT Secretary Henry Aguda The JFC urges the DICT to include meaningful consultations with industry, civil society, and experts in drafting the IRR of the Konektadong Pinoy Act. |
| September 17, 2025 |
PRESS RELEASE – JFC Laud Enactment of 3 Landmark Reforms The Joint Foreign Chambers Lauds Enactment of Priority Reforms on E-Governance, Investment, and Mining Legislation. |
| September 29, 2025 |
Joint Position Paper on Draft Executive Order on Data Localization and Residency The Joint Foreign Chambers, US-ASEAN Business Council, & IBPAP submitted position paper to President Marcos to reiterate its position against Data Localization Mandates Due to Risks to Competitiveness, Security, and Policy Alignment. |
| October 2, 2025 |
JFC Letter to DICT Secretary Henry R. Aguda The JFC submits formal comments and recommendations on the draft Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 12234, otherwise known as the Konektadong Pinoy (KP) Act. |
| October 17, 2025 |
JFC letter to DENR Secretary Raphael Lotilla and DOF Secretary Ralph Recto re Draft Joint Administrative Order (JAO) on the Implementing Guidelines on Certification and Availment of Fiscal Incentives under the Extended Producer Responsibility Act of 2022 (RA 11898) The Joint Foreign Chambers submit concerns and recommendations on Proposed EPR Certification and Fiscal Incentive Guidelines. |
| October 21, 2025 |
JFC Position Paper on the Proposed Excise Tax Increase on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages as filed under House Bill No. 5003 (20th Congress) The Joint Foreign Chambers urge Congress to reject the proposed increase in the excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and to pursue science-based, multi-sector solutions to address nutrition challenges. |
| October 27, 2025 |
Joint position paper to DICT Secretary Henry Aguda on the DICT Policy Guidelines on Data Residency for Government Agencies The Joint Foreign Chambers, US-ASEAN Business Council, and IBPAP have submitted a position paper to reiterate their long-standing stance on cross-border data flows. |
| November 7, 2025 |
PRESS RELEASE – Konektadong Pinoy Implementation The Joint Foreign Chambers commends DICT for Swift Implementation of Konektadong Pinoy Act to Boost Digital Connectivity. |
| November 14, 2025 |
Joint Coalition letter to DICT Secretary Henry Aguda regarding the draft “Policy Guidelines on Data Residency for Government Agencies” Circular. The Joint Foreign Chambers, USABC, IBPAP, EU-ABC, European Services Forum (ESF), and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce urge the DICT to schedule another public consultation session to allow for more meaningful, inclusive, and transparent dialogue on the current draft. |
| November 21, 2025 |
Joint Position Paper_Comment on Draft EO Modernizing the Data Classification Framework The Joint Foreign Chambers and partner business organizations reiterate their concerns on the draft data residency policy and the new draft Executive Order on data classification, emphasizing that restrictive data localization policies would create inconsistencies, raise risks, and hinder competitiveness and digital innovation. |
| November 24, 2025 |
JFC Position Paper on the Proposed Cybersecurity Act The Joint Foreign Chambers supports the proposed Cybersecurity Act and submits recommendations to strengthen the bill and align it with global best practices. |
| December 5, 2025 |
JFC position letter to DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. on Proposed Amendments to the Department of Agriculture’s Importation Rules and Regulations The Joint Foreign Chambers submitted its position on the proposed amendments to the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) rules governing the importation of food and agricultural products, including the issuance and utilization of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearances (SPSICs). |
| December 12, 2025 |
PBG-JFC Letter to DOF Secretary Frederick Go thru BIR Commissioner Charlie Mendoza on RMC No. 5-2024 The PBG-JFC submitted the Proposed Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) intended to further clarify the application of RMC No. 5-2024 and RMC No. 38-2024 on cross-border services. |
| December 15, 2025 |
JCCIPI Letter to BIR Deputy Commissioner Marissa Cabreros The Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines submitted its Position Paper on the findings of the JCCIPI Member Survey concerning Philippine tax audit practices and cross-border service issues. |
| January 12, 2026 |
JCCIPI Letter to DBM Secretary Toledo, DOF Secretary Go, Executive Secretary Recto, and DTI Secretary Roque on CARS and RACE Programs The JCCIPI expresses the Japanese business community’s deep concern over the presidential veto of the 2026 National Budget allocations for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy (CARS) and the Resurgence of Automotive Manufacturing through Competitive Enhancement (RACE) programs, and appeals for continued fiscal support to safeguard automotive industry investments and jobs. |
| February 25, 2026 |
Joint Position Paper on DOLE Department Order No. 248 JFC Position Paper (led by JCCIPI; also co-signed by JCC Cebu and JCC Mindanao) on DOLE DO 248 – Addressing AEP Implementation, Administrative Burdens, and Foreign Expert Retention. |
| March 4, 2026 |
JFC Position Paper re Proposed Philippine Nutrient Profile Model JFC Position Paper on the Draft Philippine Nutrient Profile Model – Supporting Public Health Goals while Raising Concerns on Scope of Use, Inclusion of Non-Nutritive Sweeteners, Feasibility of Nutrient Thresholds, and Practical Implementation for Food Manufacturers. |
| March 6, 2026 |
JFC Letter on DICT’s “Dig Once” Policy JFC Letter to DICT Expressing Support for the “Dig Once” Policy – Encouraging Streamlined Infrastructure Deployment, Improved Inter-Agency Coordination, and Efficient Rollout of Digital Connectivity Infrastructure. |
| March 6, 2026 |
JFC Position Paper on the Establishment of a Department of Water Resources JFC Position Paper Expressing Strong Support for the Creation of a Department of Water Resources – Promoting Coherent and Accountable Water Governance, Streamlined Institutional Framework, and Long-Term Water Security. |
| March 17, 2026 |
JFC Letter to House of Representatives re Healthy Food Marketing Environment Bills JFC Letter Requesting Joint Committee Deliberation on Healthy Food Marketing Bills – Ensuring Balanced Consideration of Public Health Objectives and Industry Impacts, Including Manufacturing, Supply Chains, and Market Competitiveness. |
