BULACAN IS NEW PH GROWTH AREA – PCCI

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In a statement, PCCI Chairman Emeritus Francis Chua said investors should start considering Central Luzon as a new location for their businesses in line with the government’s long- term plan to decongest Metro Manila and spread business and job opportunities outside of it.

He said the move would also Manila, affordable land costs and adequate labor, investors are always on the lookout for provinces that are very aggressive in terms of infrastructure and there’s a consensus among our members that Bulacan is the next growth area,” said Chua.

One of the projects to help spur growth in the region is the slated for completion in 2019.

It will connect the South Luzon Expressway in Alabang to Balintawak in Quezon City leading

a major road leading to Bulacan.

Chua said the Skyway Stage 3 would bypass Metro Manila’s congested road network and

and

services from South Luzon

Bulacan.

“We are very excited with the Skyway Stage 3 project especially with the usual travel time for our deliveries from Metro Manila and South Luzon to be cut considerably for business locators in Bulacan and other areas in Luzon. That means lesser business costs,” said Chua.

Chua said the project would also reduce vehicle traffic in motorists as well.

MRT-7 project, set for completion in 2020, should also be a factor in investors’ decision as employees from Metro Manila may opt to work or relocate in Bulacan to take advantage of lower cost of living.

Chua also cited the Bulacan Bulkwater Project that would bring treated bulk water to meet the demands of Bulacan residents and

“The PCCI is also closely monitoring the progress of the

Corporation,” said Chua.

The airport project will feature a modern terminal, four runways with a provision for two more in the future, a road network, connection to MRT and ferry services.

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