The IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP) has expressed strong optimism following the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), citing renewed momentum for digital infrastructure, education reform, and investor-friendly policies.
While the IT-BPM sector wasn’t mentioned by name in the President’s speech, IBPAP believes the administration’s priorities clearly align with the industry’s growth trajectory. “We remain confident that our sector remains a strategic partner of the government to contribute to the growth of the Philippine economy,” the group shared.
Digital and educational push = Future-ready workforce
IBPAP lauded the government’s commitment to foundational education, particularly in math, science, and reading—areas crucial for digital literacy. Programs like ARAL, TESDA’s senior high school integration, and digital learning investments are seen as necessary stepping stones toward creating a more future-ready talent pool.
With 1.82 million Filipinos directly employed by IT-BPM companies—and with more jobs projected to reach 1.9 million by year-end—upskilling remains at the heart of industry sustainability.
Connectivity fuels hybrid work, countryside expansion
The rollout of the National Fiber Backbone and expansion of free Wi-Fi in 10,000 public spaces were welcomed as key enablers of hybrid work and digital inclusion, especially in emerging IT hubs outside Metro Manila. These efforts support the sector’s drive to grow in high-potential cities and bridge talent gaps across the country.
Investor confidence gets a boost
The SONA’s focus on streamlining government services, upholding good governance, and modernizing infrastructure sends a clear message to global investors: the Philippines is open for next-wave growth.
To complement this momentum, IBPAP reaffirmed its support for policy measures like the CREATE MORE bill, the proposed Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act, and updates to the Cybercrime Prevention Act. These, IBPAP says, are crucial to sustaining investment inflows and building a secure digital ecosystem.
With $40 billion in export revenue targeted by the end of 2025, the industry is banking on strong public-private synergy to sustain its role as a cornerstone of inclusive innovation and economic resilience.
