Philippines: Israeli business mission seeks opportunities

An Israeli business delegation composed of firms engaged in water service and agriculture technologies is in the country to explore business opportunities and to forge linkages with Filipino companies.

Recognizing the potential of Philippine agriculture and developments in water resources, Israeli economic and trade mission, in partnership with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), held a two-day business meeting in the country Monday and Tuesday.

Companies represented in the delegation such as water system solutions providers Ooval Valves Ltd. and A.R.I Flow Control Accessories Ltd. also held meetings with Metro Manila Water concessionaires Manila Water Co. Inc. and Maynilad Water Services.

Israeli Ambassador Effie Ben Matityau said Israeli businesses recognize the potential of Philippine agriculture as a mover of the Philippine economy. “The idea is to turn the Philippines into an exporter of quality (agricultural products). The Philippines should invest in the development of the agricultural sector as it is a high-yielding industry,” he said.

In meetings with Philippine companies, the Israeli firms discussed technology offerings for dairy production, turnkey projects for livestock, post-harvest treatment, crop protection, agronomy, greenhouse technology, water system control, and water management.

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