IN response to rising global and domestic economic challenges, the think tank Stratbase Group is convening top government officials, business leaders, diplomats, and decision makers at the 10th Pilipinas Conference to strategize on achieving stronger economic security, inclusive governance, and sustainable growth.
To be held on November 20-21, 2025, the annual flagship event has established itself as one of the country’s leading platforms for policy dialogue and reform advocacy, bringing together key players from government, the diplomatic corps, business, and civil society.
On the first day of the Pilipinas Conference 2025, a forum titled, ‘Enhancing Cyber Resilience: Approaches, Responses, and Practical Actions’ will open the high-level session aiming to tackle the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape in the Indo-Pacific, exploring the strategic, legal, political, and technical dimensions of safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Discussions will center on cross-border cyber threats, policy and coordination challenges, and the need for stronger public-private collaboration and regional partnerships to enhance collective resilience.
The second day of the conference, themed ‘Strengthening Economic Security and Resilience through Inclusive Governance,’ will spotlight how public-private partnerships can shape policies that protect the economy, empower citizens, and position the Philippines for long-term prosperity.
Among the invited speakers are Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, Public Works and Highways Secretary Vivencio Dizon, Energy Secretary Sharon Garin, and Environment Secretary Raphael Lotilla. They will be joined by leading executives from the infrastructure, energy, and business sectors.
‘Economic security is now central to national security,’ said Prof. Victor Andres Manhit, President of Stratbase Group. ‘We need strong governance, transparent institutions, and an empowered private sector to ensure that growth is not only sustainable but also inclusive.’
This year’s conference comes at a pivotal moment-after the midterm elections and the opening of the 20th Congress-creating new opportunities for legislation that will bolster economic resilience and attract high-value investments.
‘The Philippines is navigating a rapidly changing global environment. By aligning domestic reforms with international trends, we can create an economy that is more competitive, more connected, and more capable of withstanding external shocks,’ Manhit shared.
Key sessions will tackle economic security and governance reforms that strengthen transparency and accountability in public financial management, and strategic investments in infrastructure and their impact on local industries and job creation.
The economic outlook at the midpoint of the Marcos Jr. administration, the private sector’s role in driving innovation and sustainability; and energy transition and initiatives to secure affordable, clean, and reliable power for Filipinos will also be discussed.
‘The Pilipinas Conference continues to serve as a meeting ground for ideas that shape national policy,’ Manhit said. ‘By bringing together decision-makers and reform advocates, we can move from discussion to action, and from resilience to real, inclusive progress.’
Now in its 10th year, the Pilipinas Conference is touted as a forum for advancing transparency, accountability, and collaboration.