Aurora Pacific Economic Zone and Freeport Authority (APECO) President and CEO Atty. Gil G. Taway IV led the APECO team in an exploratory meeting with Port of Antwerp-Bruges International, one of Europe’s leading port developers, on March 13, 2026 in Makati City, as the investment promotion agency advances plans for the Casiguran International New Port.
Joining from Port of Antwerp-Bruges International were Head of Business Development Ms. Maartje Driessens and Regional Coordinator for Southeast Asia Mr. Kamiel Schilders.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the Embassy of Belgium in the Philippines, led by H.E. Vladislava Iordanova, for hosting the meeting.
We also thank Department of Trade and Industry-Supply Chain and Logistics Group Undersecretary Mary Jean T. Pacheco and Philippine Trade and Investment Center in Brussels Commercial Attaché Ms. Magnolia Misolas-Ashley for making this meeting possible.
The business meeting reflects APECO's strong potential to emerge as a strategic gateway to the Pacific, positioned to unlock new trade routes, enhance supply chain connectivity, and support the Philippines’ growing role in regional logistics and maritime trade.
