Palawan is one of the country's best kept secrets. A tropical paradise that was long hidden from the public's eye and scrutiny, it is like a newly discovered jewel whose many facets are attracting diverse groups of people.
From: Pacifico G. Lumauag, Jr.
President, PPCI
Island Paradise Travel & Tour
Owner/Operator
Being both am investor and an retiree, I find Palawan a good place to conduct business. There are seemingly endless, limitless opportunities awaiting those who wish to become involved in community service, academic affairs and in commercial enterprises.
There are numerous possibilities available in Palawan for individuals or groups wishing to develop a business or trading whether in agriculture, construction, eco-tourism, marine and fisheries, wholesale, retail and ICT. Options are limited only by imagination. The business climate is favorable with inexpensive labor, readily accessible government resources and support and a growing demand for tourist and retirement services, foods, and natural resources
Part of the Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East Asian Grown Area (BIMP-EAGA)
Located at the crossroads of international shipping lanes
Offers various incentives for investors and prospective businessmen
Accessible and potential transshipment point of goods for Asian countriesand nearby provinces of the Philippines.
With existing 5 airports of which the Puerto Princesa City Airport is undergoing construction and expansion to an international airport as wellas the upgrading of the Francisco Reyes Airport in Coron; presence of 7 airstrips particularly in tourism destinations.
Increased accessibility with daily flights to Manila; regular trips to Cebu & Iloilo; commercial and cargo vessels provide regular sea travel to Puerto Princesa and other destinations in Palawan.
Typhoon and earthquake free area
A major eco-tourism destination in the country.
Hall of Fame awardee as the Cleanest and Greenest Province in the Philippines.
