Mission Overview
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce invites members from the pharmaceutical, medical technology, healthcare services, digital health, and life sciences sectors to join a business mission to the Philippines, one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing healthcare markets.
As the Philippine government advances implementation of its Universal Health Care program, expands healthcare spending, and seeks to strengthen healthcare delivery and resilience, this mission will provide members with direct access to senior government officials, regulators, healthcare payers, providers, and industry leaders. Delegates will gain firsthand insights into emerging policy priorities, market opportunities, and regulatory developments affecting the healthcare sector.


Mission Objectives

  • Understanding the Philippine government's healthcare priorities and reform agenda.
  • Discussing regulatory pathways and market access issues for pharmaceuticals and medical technologies.
  • Engaging key decision-makers on procurement, reimbursement, and healthcare financing policies.
  • Exploring opportunities for investment, innovation, and public-private partnership.
  • Building relationships with local industry associations and healthcare stakeholders.

Draft Meeting Agenda

  • Department of Health (DOH)
  • Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  • Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
  • Department of Budget and Management (DBM)
  • Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth)
  • Leading healthcare industry associations, including: Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Association of the Philippines (PHAP), Healthcare Technology Association of the Philippines (HTAP), Philippine Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (PCPI)
  • A leading public or private hospital for discussions on procurement and patient access issues.
  • AmCham Philippines
  • US Embassy Manila

Optional Participation: Luzon Economic Corridor Forum
Delegates may also elect to remain in Manila to participate in activities associated with the Luzon Economic Corridor Forum on September 10-11, providing additional opportunities to engage government and business leaders on broader investment and infrastructure priorities.


Registration Fees and Process

Members of the Chamber may participate at $1,000. For other interested companies, the participation fee is $2,500.
Each company may be represented by up to two participants, and we highly encourage participation from both Washington, DC-based representatives and those based at regional headquarters outside Thailand. 


If you are interested in joining the mission, please register by clicking on the button below as soon as possible.


To express interest or receive additional information about participation, contact Chris Organ (corgan@uschamber.com) if you have any questions or concerns.