VANCOUVER, CANADA — The Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver reaffirmed its commitment to advancing national economic diplomacy, highlighting strategic public-private collaboration to boost international investor confidence and showcase the Philippines’ strong macroeconomic fundamentals.
As part of these economic diplomacy initiatives, Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin received Mr. Eric Dimaiwat, Regional Territory Head for Megaworld International – North America 1, during a courtesy call at the Philippine Consulate General on 05 October 2026. The meeting centered on expanding opportunities for economic diplomacy and highlighting real estate investments in the Philippines as a key vehicle for long-term nation-building and national growth.
On 06 October 2026, Mr. Dimaiwat conducted a financial literacy and investment briefing for Consulate personnel at the Consulate’s Multipurpose Hall. His presentation, entitled "The Philippine Growing Thesis: Building Wealth through Township Investments," outlined the sound macroeconomic fundamentals driving the country’s economic momentum. Notably, the presentation emphasized the official upgrade of the Philippines to Upper-Middle Income Country (UMIC) status by the World Bank, underscoring the nation's resilient growth trajectory, expanding middle class, and strong investment climate.
Throughout the month of October, Mr. Dimaiwat is undertaking an economic diplomacy mission across Canada to actively promote the Philippines as a primary investment destination among Canadians and the Filipino-Canadian community. In Vancouver, he will represent the private sector perspective at the 9th Annual Vancouver International Travel and Tour Expo at the Vancouver Convention Centre on 10 October 2026.
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