AUS, PHL mean business

AUSTRALIA'S TRADE relationship with the Philippines is supported by regional free-trade agreements and strong people-to-people links. In 2022, two-way trade between the Philippines and Australia was P302.3 billion and two-way total investment was P315.7 billion. More than 250 Australian companies are investing in the Philippines, employing over 44,000 Filipinos, building technology, skills, and knowledge exchange, growing people to people links and facilitating economic growth.

As strategic partners, Australia and the Philippines are bolstering our shared economic security and expanding two-way trade and investment. Building on the complementary nature of our two economies, in line with our new Southeast Asia 2040 Strategy, we are helping business take advantage of meaningful market access opportunities, eliminating barriers to trade and investment, fostering a competitive business environment, and pursuing trade facilitation measures to achieve inclusive economic growth for both our countries.

Some of the Australian companies investing in the Philippines include:

AMSBB GLOBAL

Established in 2008, AMS Global is a leading force in global education services and is consistently awarded as top agent for Philippine students by several Australian universities and colleges. AMS Global is part of the extensive network of AMSBB Group with 34 offices spanning across 24 countries, has successfully solidified its position as a prominent player in the global education services industry. By developing its own state-of-the-art platforms and IT software, the company has revolutionized the way it provides services and deliver advanced solutions to its clients.

ANZ BANK

ANZ is a leading institutional bank in the Philippines, partnering and serving corporates & financial institutions which drive a significant proportion of economic activity and cross-border business. It is consistently amongst the top FX banks, in terms of overall market share and industry recognition. ANZ is strongly committed to developing talent and leadership in the Philippines; together with our onshore ANZ Global Capability Centre, the bank is a leading advocate of financial literacy and corporate sustainability.

AUSTAL

Since 2012, Austal Philippines has completed an impressive 21 commercial vessels for 13 operators from 11 countries, including multiple, award-winning high-speed ferries that are setting new benchmarks for performance, comfort, seakeeping and operability. In addition to commercial vessels, Austal Philippines has the capability and capacity to design and construct a range of naval ships including patrol vessels, for domestic and international fleets, based on proven Austal platforms operating in Australia, the United States and around the world.

Austal Philippines' skilled local workforce is supported by an established, global supply chain and a leadership team with expertise in all aspects of modern shipbuilding — including project management, engineering and design, procurement, manufacturing, commissioning, testing and in-service support.

CLOUDSTAFF

Cloudstaff is an Australian-owned premium outsourcing provider offering cost-effective, scalable workforce solutions built on highly skilled staff, modern fully equipped workspaces and Cloudstaff custom-built technology to deliver a seamlessly unified global workforce. Recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in the Asia

Pacific region, Cloudstaff employs almost 7,000 staff in the Philippines and has been recognized by multiple awarding bodies as one of the best places to work in the Philippines and Asia.

CPA AUSTRALIA

CPA Australia is one of the largest professional accounting bodies in the world, with more than 172,000 members in over 100 countries and regions, including close to 200 members in the Philippines. Its core services include education, training, technical support, and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. It engages with governments, regulators, and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes.

CRONE ARCHITECTS

Crone is an award-winning architectural design consulting firm with offices in Sydney and Melbourne, working in markets across Australia and Asia. With a proud heritage combined with a contemporary approach to design, Crone has realized some of Australia's most significant developments including Sydney Tower and World Square in Sydney.

Crone established a presence in Manila in the late 90s, undertaking a number of major master planning projects. Crone has designed numerous Premier Grade high rise towers in both Manila and Cebu, including Arya Residences in Fort Bonifacio. Arya Residences won “Best Residential Architecture Design” and “Best Residential Interior Design” at the Philippine Property Awards. The Arya Residences has won awards in both the Philippine and South East Asia Property Awards from 2012 to 2014. A highly Sustainable Development located in Fort Bonifacio, the Arya Residences is LEED Gold and BERDE Certified.

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Deakin University is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (Shang