The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), the country’s largest business group, is pressing Congress to expedite the passage of the National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) Act, saying a modern, unified framework for standards and testing is vital for boosting the competitiveness of Filipino enterprises in global markets.
PCCI executive vice-president Perry Ferrer stressed the urgency of the bill at the first National Quality Infrastructure Conference on Oct. 29, 2025, and organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
“Quality infrastructure is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity. When our products cannot prove compliance with international standards, they cannot enter foreign markets,” said Ferrer.
He said an effective NQI system enhances efficiency, protects consumers, supports innovation, attracts investment and builds global trust in Philippine-made goods.
The proposed NQI Development Act, which aims to establish a unified framework for standards, metrology, accreditation and conformity assessment across all industries, is pending in both chambers of Congress.
PCCI and other business groups are urging lawmakers to prioritize the measure, citing fragmented standards and testing systems as key obstacles to national competitiveness.
The conference concluded with the signing of a manifesto of support from various industry sectors, calling for the bill’s swift passage to anchor national growth on quality and global alignment.
