Business E-Journal: April 2024

This edition of prominently features the “Swiss Cleantech Report 2024,” which outlines significant innovations and sustainability efforts in Swiss industries. The “Investment Promotion 2023” segment highlights a robust increase in business settlements, with 206 new ventures established across Switzerland, underscoring a thriving economic environment.

In our Chamber Updates, we detail the SwissCham Philippines’ proactive engagements. The Life Sciences and Digital Health Innovation Cluster has commenced a promising collaboration with Quezon City to advance health and innovation sectors. Additionally, exploratory discussions in Pasig City aim to foster further cooperative initiatives. In maritime developments, Telecom26 and VMS have partnered to improve connectivity for commercial vessels, enhancing operational communications. Kuoni Global Travel Services has committed as a signatory, reinforcing its support for our strategic goals.

The “Executive Insight” section presents a comprehensive profile of The Endress+Hauser Group, emphasizing its global influence and reliability as a partner in various industrial capacities.

Our Innovation Cluster Updates include significant efforts in intellectual property protection and e-commerce, with PHAP and IPOPHL executing an anti-counterfeiting MOU to safeguard healthcare innovations. The Philippine manufacturing sector reports a strong performance in January, and projections for the IT-BPM sector indicate potential revenue of $40 billion by 2024, as per IBPAP.

This issue of the SwissCham Business E-journal illustrates the chamber’s pivotal role in promoting international business growth, innovation, and strategic collaborations across diverse sectors.