Pgin strengthens investment promotion initiatives thru training

Published on: July 06, 2023By Allyssa Charisse Magno

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte (PGIN), through the Ilocos Norte INVest Office, and in collaboration with the Board of Investments, and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), conducted a two-day training titled “Capacity Building of Investment Promotion for Local Government Units and IP-TWG Members,” at the Palacio de Laoag Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte on June 29 and 30. 

The participants of the training program were the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Officers of Ilocos Norte responsible for attracting more investments in the province.

This two-day training included a series of discussions on investment promotions and strategies, open forums, workshops, assessments,  and course integration.

It aims to provide the participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to attract investments, drive business development, and create sustainable economic opportunities in Ilocos Norte.

The event featured experts in the field of investment promotions who shared experiences and valuable guidance to the participants. It also offered networking opportunities, allowing attendees to connect with industry peers and establish fruitful collaboration among its participants.

Meanwhile, Ilocos Norte Governor Matthew Marcos Manotoc expressed his utmost support to the Economic Sector and the LGU’s stating:

“I strongly believe that we are ripe for investments. Let us all help each other to finally make this so called potential a reality. We have to network, market ourselves, and follow through to make sure that we are prepared to accept our investors. We foresee great economic activity and progress dito sa probinsia. On behalf of PGIN, nagpapasalamat po ako sa inyo. Thank you for your role and please continue the critical work that you do in making sure that talagang business-friendly hindi lang ang Ilocos Norte but our 21 municipalities and 2 cities.”   

PGIN, under the leadership of Gov. Marcos Manotoc has been relentless in undertaking a more aggressive investment-centered approach over the years. Today, the Provincial Government takes pride in its deeper commitment in revitalizing the province’s economy by creating a more “business-friendly” environment.