The country has been touted as one of the most dynamic economies in the region, thanks to sound economic fundamentals and our micro, small, and medium enterprises which contribute a lot to our economy. This, combined with innovations in technology and the widespread use of the internet have created a dynamic, a more open economy - with digital payments now becoming ubiquitous, more accessible, and affordable, thereby propelling the progressive shift towards a cash-lite economy.
Despite the economic crunch caused by the pandemic, the country is expected to rebound steadily as we adapt innovative and more responsive digital financial services that can help stimulate domestic activity bolstered by greater consumer and business confidence and public investment momentum.

Join us as we present the online forum titled, “2021 Midyear Economic Report” with our keynote speaker, Gov. Benjamin Diokno of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilpinas, as he shares with us his insights and updates on the BSP’s key policies towards financial inclusion and a more accessible digital payments and E-commerce environment for Filipinos.

This edition of The Manila Times Online Business Forum likewise features Philippine Bankers Association of the Philippines (BAP) President and Philippine National Bank President and CEO Jose Arnulfo “Wick” Veloso, and Citi Philippines Country Head and Citi Country Officer Aftab Ahmed.

Broadcast live on The Manila Times Facebook page, YouTube channel and The Manila Times TV on July 30 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, the forum is hosted and moderated by The Manila Times President and CEO Dante “Klink” Ang II and The Manila Times Business columnist and Hungry Workhorse CEO Rey Lugtu.