NOCCI and PPDO Leaders Spearhead Tamlang Valley Agriculture Project at RDC-7 Meeting

Prior to the Regional Development Council (RDC)-7 3rd Quarter Full Council Meeting set on September 15, 2023 which was hosted by the Province of Negros Oriental, the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) and the Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) President and RDC-7 Private Sector Representative for Negros Oriental Edward Du and NOCCI Executive Director John Jalandoni had a virtual meeting with Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-7 Regional Governor and RDC-7 Economic Development Committee Chair Melanie Ng.

The meeting was intended to discuss and finalize all the documentary requirements for the submission of the Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project Proposal to the RDC-7 Full Council.

In anticipation of the upcoming Regional Development Council (RDC)-7 3rd Quarter Full Council Meeting scheduled for September 15, 2023, and hosted by the Province of Negros Oriental, crucial groundwork has been laid by the Provincial Planning and Development Office (PPDO) and the Negros Oriental Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI). President Edward Du, also serving as RDC-7 Private Sector Representative for Negros Oriental, along with NOCCI Executive Director John Jalandoni, recently engaged in a virtual meeting with Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-7 Regional Governor and RDC-7 Economic Development Committee Chair, Melanie Ng.

The virtual meeting was convened to delve into the details and finalize all necessary documentary requirements for the submission of the Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project Proposal to the RDC-7 Full Council.

Collaborating closely with Du, NOCCI Executive Director John Jalandoni played a pivotal role in facilitating the virtual discussions. The meeting provided a platform for constructive dialogue, ensuring that all aspects of the TVSAGR Project Proposal were thoroughly examined and meticulously prepared for the RDC-7 Full Council’s scrutiny.

The Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project is poised to be a transformative initiative, aiming to boost agricultural sustainability and resilience in the region. By addressing key challenges and leveraging growth opportunities, the project aligns with broader regional development goals.

Melanie Ng, in her capacity as the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry-7 Regional Governor and RDC-7 Economic Development Committee Chair, brings a comprehensive understanding of economic dynamics to the discussion. Her involvement signifies the collaborative approach between private and public entities in steering projects that contribute to economic growth.

As the virtual meeting concluded, the collaborative effort between NOCCI, PPDO, and regional leaders sets the stage for the Tamlang Valley Sustainable Agriculture for Growth and Resiliency (TVSAGR) Project to progress seamlessly through the approval process at the upcoming RDC-7 3rd Quarter Full Council Meeting. This initiative exemplifies the commitment of Negros Oriental’s leadership to sustainable development, leveraging agriculture as a cornerstone for regional growth and resilience.