PORAC, Pampanga – A workshop titled “Exploring Chinese Investments and Narratives in the Philippines” was held at the Alviera Country Club in Porac town on Sept. 18, to bring together key stakeholders to engage in informed discussions around Chinese investments in the Philippines, focusing on their impact, opportunities, challenges, and the narratives that shape public perception.
“Exploring Chinese Investments and Narratives in the Philippines” serves as an important platform for critical engagement, knowledge sharing, data literacy, collaborative discussion, and networking opportunities regarding the future of Chinese investments in the region.
It equipped participants with the necessary tools to analyze and respond to the evolving landscape of international investment.
The workshop, hosted by Asia Society Philippines, AidData, and Miriam College, invited academics, civil society representatives, university scholars, policymakers, business leaders, civil society representatives, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationships between foreign investments and local development narratives in the Philippines.
The workshop opened with welcome remarks by Ambassador Laura Q. Del Rosario, the President of Miriam College, followed by a message from Bryan Burgess, Senior Policy Specialist of AidData and Angela Belonia, Program Officer of Asia Society Philippines.
A panel discussion on Chinese Investments and Narratives in the Philippines featured a diverse group of leaders and experts who engaged in a moderated discussion addressing critical questions about Chinese investments in the country.
This was followed by a lecture and demonstration wherein AidData experts provided an overview of how Chinese investments in the Philippines are tracked and analyzed, alongside a demonstration of a public dashboard that highlights key findings.
Finally, participants engaged in a role-play exercise aimed at applying data and insights to craft evidence-based arguments about the implications of Chinese investments.
The workshop concluded with key insights from the day’s proceedings and reminders about resources for continued research and discussion.
