NOCCI Champions Growth at Negros Oriental ELA 2025 Workshop

NOCCI Strengthens Public-Private Partnership at Negros Oriental ELA 2025

The Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) reaffirmed its commitment to economic development and strong governance during the 2025 Executive-Legislative Agenda (ELA) Workshop held at the Negros Oriental Convention Center Plenary Hall. The event gathered provincial leaders, legislators, and private sector representatives to align priorities and craft a comprehensive roadmap for Negros Oriental’s growth.

Led by NOCCI President Edward Du and Executive Director John Jalandoni, the chamber’s active participation underscored the importance of collaboration between the business community and government institutions in achieving sustainable progress.

What is the Executive-Legislative Agenda (ELA)?

The Executive-Legislative Agenda, commonly referred to as ELA, serves as a blueprint for local governance. It outlines priority projects, programs, and legislative measures that drive a province’s development over a defined period. The ELA process promotes coordination between executive and legislative branches, ensuring that economic and social development plans are coherent, strategic, and actionable.

By taking part in the ELA 2025, NOCCI reinforced its role as a vital stakeholder in shaping Negros Oriental’s short-, medium-, and long-term goals. This collaboration ensures that the business sector’s perspectives are not only heard but embedded within the province’s policymaking framework.

NOCCI’s Advocacy: Driving Economic Recovery and Investment Promotion

NOCCI’s presentation during the ELA workshop focused on three major advocacies — economic recovery, investment promotion, and the ease of doing business. These priorities mirror the chamber’s ongoing mission to make Negros Oriental a hub for entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusive growth.

Economic Recovery and Resilience

As the province continues to rebuild from the economic disruptions of recent years, NOCCI emphasized the need for strategic investments in local industries. The organization called for stronger support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), enhanced access to financing, and workforce development programs aligned with industry needs.

The ELA discussions highlighted the value of a resilient local economy — one capable of adapting to global challenges while creating more opportunities for local communities.

Investment Promotion and Business-Friendly Climate

To attract both domestic and foreign investors, NOCCI proposed streamlining business registration processes, enhancing digital governance, and strengthening local infrastructure. These initiatives, aligned with the ELA’s developmental pillars, aim to foster a more competitive investment climate for Negros Oriental.

The chamber also encouraged the adoption of pro-business policies that incentivize green investments, digital startups, and eco-tourism ventures — sectors seen as key to driving sustainable growth in the province.

Strengthening Public-Private Collaboration Through the ELA

The ELA 2025 Workshop served as a platform for aligning the efforts of provincial leaders, mayors, and business organizations toward a unified vision. NOCCI’s involvement demonstrated that economic development thrives when both public and private sectors share responsibility for progress.

Through open dialogue, data-driven proposals, and transparent collaboration, the ELA process ensures that every policy and project directly benefits local citizens, entrepreneurs, and investors. NOCCI’s contribution strengthened the workshop’s focus on actionable solutions and measurable results.

Aligning the ELA with National and Regional Priorities

Negros Oriental’s ELA 2025 also aligns with broader national goals, particularly the Philippine Development Plan’s thrusts on innovation-led industrialization and regional economic balance. NOCCI’s participation bridges the gap between national aspirations and local implementation.

By aligning local strategies with regional economic corridors and trade opportunities, the ELA framework empowers Negros Oriental to position itself as a strategic player in the Visayas growth landscape.

NOCCI’s Long-Term Vision for Negros Oriental

Beyond the ELA 2025, NOCCI envisions Negros Oriental as a province defined by inclusive growth, sustainable industries, and empowered communities. The chamber’s long-term initiatives include:

• Promoting renewable energy adoption and environmental sustainability.
• Strengthening entrepreneurship through digital transformation programs.
• Supporting infrastructure and logistics improvements for trade competitiveness.
• Advocating for policy reforms that reduce bureaucratic friction and corruption.

Each of these goals aligns with the ELA’s commitment to progressive, transparent governance — where development is people-centered and business-driven.

ELA as a Catalyst for Sustainable Provincial Development

The success of any ELA depends on continuous dialogue, accountability, and innovation. NOCCI’s consistent involvement ensures that private-sector insights remain at the forefront of decision-making. By integrating economic data, stakeholder consultations, and forward-thinking strategies, the ELA 2025 promises to pave the way for sustainable growth across Negros Oriental’s municipalities and cities.

The chamber’s proactive approach reflects its belief that the ELA is not merely a policy document but a living framework — one that evolves with the province’s needs and opportunities.

A Shared Path Toward a Prosperous Negros Oriental

The 2025 ELA Workshop marked a defining moment for the province’s governance and development agenda. With the Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry as a key partner, the event demonstrated how collaboration fuels transformation.

Through active participation, data-backed advocacy, and unwavering support for reform, NOCCI continues to ensure that Negros Oriental’s growth remains inclusive, strategic, and future-ready.

As the ELA 2025 moves into implementation, the partnership between government and business will remain central — shaping a more resilient, competitive, and prosperous province for all.