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MAPPING THE FUTURE | COLUMN IN INQUIRER

"Blunders and Bloopers: A Legacy of Failed Government Lending Programs for Farmers"

by Mr. EDGARDO "Ed" C. AMISTAD

Member of MAP Agribusiness Committee

Adviser of Philippine Disaster Resilience Foundation (PDRF)

Former President of UCPB-CIIF Finance and Development Corp.

Former President of UCPB-CIIF Foundation

Farmers are the backbone of our country’s food security aspirations. Assisting them, therefore, is not just warranted but expected. The only issue left unresolved is how best to accomplish the goal. Undoubtedly, one of the farmers’ urgent needs is affordable and accessible credit.

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"Going beyond ASEAN to South Asia"

by Ms. CHIT U. JUAN

Co-Vice Chair of MAP Environment Committee

President of  Philippine Coffee Board, Inc.

President of Slow Food Manila.

Not many people refer to it as part of South Asia because India to many is a mystery. Many women directors, CEOs and entrepreneurs have put India in the back burner because they do not have the contacts, have never been to the sub-continent or as simply scared to even tread to unusual destinations. But for me, India has always been a joy to visit and a mystery box to keep unraveling.

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Business group warns against removing EDSA bus lane

by Jon Viktor D. Cabuenas

Feb. 9, 2025 | GMA News Online

Business group: Don't remove EDSA bus lane

by Janine Alexis Miguel

Feb. 10, 2025 | The Manila Times

Biz group warns vs. EDSA busway closure, bats for better Mabuhay Lanes

by Darryl John Esguerra

Feb. 9, 2025 | Philippine News Agency

Don't axe EDSA bus lane, gov't told

by Justine Irish D. Tabile

Feb. 9, 2025 | BusinessWorld

Biz group warns vs. EDSA busway closure, bats for better Mabuhay Lanes

by Darryl John Esguerra

Feb. 9, 2025 | Inquirer.net

EDSA Busway dismantling ‘ill-advised’

by Raffy Ayeng

Feb. 10, 2025 | Daily Tribune

Business executives say removing EDSA bus lane is 'ill-advised'

by Kaycee Valmonte

Feb. 9, 2025 | Rappler

Business group backs EDSA busway removal

by Louella Desiderio

Feb. 10, 2025 | Philippine Star

Big business: Keep dedicated EDSA express lanes for buses, motorcycles

by Ben Arnold de Vera

Feb. 9, 2025 | Manila Bulletin

We’re excited to endorse the 16th Mansmith Market Masters Conference (MMC)

happening on March 11, 2025, at SMX Aura, BGC!

As part of Mansmith and Fielders, Inc.'s 35th Anniversary celebration and for winning the 2025 Agora Distinction Award for Nation Building Market Leadership, an exclusive 10% discount is available on your registration. This special offer is only available within February 2025 and cannot be combined with other promos. Just use the assigned organization discount code and feel free to share with other members.

The 16th Mansmith MMC is a powerhouse gathering of 16 top CEOs, legendary entrepreneurs, leading innovators, turnaround strategists, and award-winning mentors—all coming together to share game-changing insights that will fuel your growth.

Here’s why you don’t want to miss it:

✅ Gain fresh perspectives from industry leaders.

✅ Learn breakthrough strategies from real-world success stories.

✅ Get inspired by insights beyond your industry.

✅ Take a one-day intellectually stimulating break that sparks new ideas

for your work.

Register within February 2025 to enjoy the exclusive discount.