THE Embassy of Malaysia in the Republic of the Philippines hosted an Investment Briefing for the Malaysia Digital Economy Corp. (MDEC) in conjunction with DEX Connex 2026, on July 29, 2026.
The event brought together senior representatives from the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), Malaysian technology companies, government agencies and industry stakeholders to explore strategic investment opportunities within the Philippines’ rapidly growing digital economy.
The program highlighted the investment potential of the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and BCDA’s flagship economic zones, particularly Clark and New Clark City, while showcasing opportunities for Malaysian technology companies to establish a long-term presence in the
DIGITAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES DEX Connex 2026 brings together senior representatives from the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, Malaysian technology companies, government agencies and industry stakeholders to explore strategic investment opportunities within the Philippines’ rapidly growing digital economy. IMAGE FROM THE EMBASSY OF MALAYSIA IN THE PHILIPPINES
Philippines through innovation, digital transformation and strategic partnerships.
The event also featured presentations by BCDA and BDB Law on the Philippine investment landscape, available fiscal incentives and business establishment opportunities, followed by a networking session and a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony between Safe Truck and IoT Philippines.
Gracing the occasion were Malaysian Ambassador to the Philippines Dato’ Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino Anthony and BCDA Executive Vice President lawyer Gisela Kalalo, underscoring the shared commitment of both countries to deepen cooperation in digital innovation and investment.
The ambassador noted that the Philippines has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s most promising digital economies, driven by a young and digitally connected population, a globally competitive English-speaking workforce and strong government support for digitalization.
The Malaysian delegation spearheaded by MDEC consist of leading Malaysian technology companies IDmeta Sdn. Bhd., Wahdah Technologies Sdn. Bhd., Snappymob Sdn. Bhd., Theta Service Partner Sdn. Bhd., Eco Community Sdn. Bhd. and Safe Truck.