Makati City, Philippines – The European-Philippine business community kicked off 2025 at a New Year’s Reception hosted by the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines last January 23, 2025 at Dusit Thani Manila.

Drawing more than 300 attendees, including prominent figures from the government and foreign embassies, the annual event saw industry leaders reconnect and engage in meaningful discussions.

Setting an optimistic tone for the business community in 2025,  ECCP President Paulo Duarte highlighted in his speech the importance of having strong networks and relationship-building in harnessing opportunities for success.

“This gathering celebrates the vibrant spirit of community and collaboration that defines the ECCP,” shares Duarte. “As we embark on a new chapter in fostering connections within the European-Philippine business community, this reception serves as a platform to reconnect with familiar faces and establish new relationships that will drive innovation and shared success.”

Duarte further emphasized the significance of collaboration, stating, “The ECCP proudly works alongside 10 Corporate Partners, 40 Premium Members, and close to 850 members who lead a wide range of industries and support the Chamber's advocacies. Your presence this evening reaffirms your dedication to advancing our collective goals and shaping the future of business in the Philippines.”

The event concluded with a renewed sense of anticipation, as attendees looked forward to a year of collaboration and growth, underpinned by the enduring values of community and partnership.

The success of the 2025 New Year's Reception was made possible through the support extended by Gold Partners Centre Medicale Internationale and Ethiopian Airlines; Networking Partners Cloudstaff, Gardenia Philippines, International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), and Unilever Philippines; Table Top Partners The Freeport Area of Bataan, E. Zobel Foundation, FAST Logistics, Jas Ancheta Interiors and The Monarch, MR Travel, PHIVIDEC Industrial Authority, Wärtsilä Corporation, and White & Case LLP; Raffle Partners Atlantis Dive Resorts & Liveaboards, Edsa Shangri-La Manila, Sheraton Manila Hotel, and The Alpha Suites; Beverage Partners Le Cellier French Wine Selection (Le Cellier Quality Store Corp.) and SULÀ; Media Partners Great Travel Philippines and The Manila Times; and Venue Partner Dusit Thani Manila.

For more information about the ECCP, its events and initiatives, visit www.eccp.com.