The Philippine Consulate General in Guangzhou, led by Consul-General Iric Cruz Arribas reaffirmed its commitment to deepen economic ties with Guangxi during the 2026 Spring Tea Gathering and Guangxi Economic Fresh Briefing held on January 22.
Hosted by the Department of Commerce of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in Nanning under the theme “Gallant Steeds Gather, A New Chapter.”, the event aimed for expanded trade, investment and business collaboration.
Consular corps from Nanning and Guangzhou, ASEAN chambers of commerce, business representatives and representatives of ASEAN member states participated in the event.
Guangxi officials outlined the region’s 2026 economic priorities and opportunities for enhanced cooperation with ASEAN, emphasizing areas opened by regional frameworks such as RCEP and the upgraded China-ASEAN Free Trade Arrangement (CAFTA 3.0).
Arribas emphasized the Philippines’ commitment to strengthen economic collaboration with Guangxi.
He spotlighted the Philippines’ 2026 ASEAN Chairmanship and its designation as Country of Honor at the China–ASEAN Expo 2026.
He also noted that the Philippines’ 14-day visa-free entry policy for Chinese nationals intend to facilitate business and people-to-people exchanges.
