The series of exploring Europe had made stopovers at Portugal, Spain, Austria, and Czech Republic. Along the exciting journey, the European Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines traveled with various C-level executives, entrepreneurs, and academicians who actively participated in the events. Explore the unbounded opportunities and exciting insights as we continue the informative session, bringing you virtually to Switzerland.

Switzerland is one of the most competitive economies and attractive business destination in the world because of its economic and political stability, transparent and fair legal system, reliable and extensive infrastructure, and efficient capital markets. In 2020, the number of investment projects in Switzerland increased by 25%, reaching its highest level since 2011, with 91 projects. As a result, Switzerland is ranked 14th among European nations. Top Investment sectors in Switzerland are construction sector, financial sector, trade, chemicals and plastics, services sector, electronics and energy, watchmaking industry, and insurance. Switzerland is very open to foreigners and has a diverse population. 22% of the whole population is made up from residential and temporary foreign workers which make for a highly educated multilingual employment force. And despite the pandemic, Switzerland has been ranked the third happiest country in the world according to the World Happiness Report 2021.

The European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines in partnership with the Embassy of Switzerland will provide you with the available opportunities waiting for you in Switzerland as well as to walk you through the process of investing, trading, working, or studying in the country.

This webinar specifically aims to:

• Increase awareness on the available opportunities for businesses and individuals interested to explore Switzerland
• Provide the latest updates and process on trading and investing
• Promote creation of Investment and business partnerships with Philippines and Switzerland
• Provide opportunity to gain confidence in trading and investing