Philippine Infrastructure Summit 2026

Philippine Infrastructure in Transition: Integrity, Innovation, and Investment for a Resilient Philippines

Philippine Infrastructure Summit 2026

The pathway to inclusive and sustainable development in the Philippines continues to recognize infrastructure as a catalyst of change. As such, efforts toward driving socio-economic transformation through infrastructure have been manifested through significant funding and policymaking.

However, the country’s infrastructure sector is called to face a crucial transformation amid challenges posed by climate change, shifting demands, and institutional controversies. Thus, there is an imperative to face the imminent pressures of creating resilient and empowered communities, in such a time where disproportionate effects are felt, especially by vulnerable groups, including the poor, women, and children.

The Philippine Infrastructure Summit 2026 recognizes integrity, innovation, and investment as pillars of change and development. New and sustainable solutions, private sector capital and expertise, and transparency and accountability serve as the foundation of resilient communities.

This summit brings together industry experts, stakeholders, and practitioners, fostering dialogue in sectors such as education, healthcare, transportation, water, energy, digital connectivity, and urban development. It aims to uncover the challenges that lie ahead and shed light on how we can seize more opportunities moving forward.


Who should join the Summit

  • National government agencies (NEDA, PPP Center, DOF, DBM, DICT, DOE, DOTr, DPWH, DENR, MWSS, LWUA, DHSUD, DOH, DepEd), regulators (ERC, NTC, TRB, PPA)
  • LGUs and metropolitan/city planning offices
  • Private developers, operators, EPCs, and utilities
  • Investors and financiers (local and international banks, MDBs, PE/infra funds, insurers)
  • Technology providers and data/analytics firms
  • Academe, think thanks, and civil society organizations

26 March 2026 (Thursday), 8am – 5pm

Makati Shangri-La, Manila

Registration fee

Regular Rate: PHP4,000.00 exclusive of VAT.


Program

Activity Speakers Time
Registration and networking   8:00–9:00am

Opening activities

Prayer
National Anthem

Introduction

9:00–9:10am
Introductory video   9:10–9:15am
Opening remarks: Philippine Infrastructure in Transition: Integrity, Innovation, and Investment for a Resilient Philippines Roderick M. Danao
Chairman and Senior Partner
PwC Philippines
9:15–9:30am

Panel discussion 1:

Strengthening Governance and Public Trust in Infrastructure

Usec. Rizza Blanco-Latorre
Executive Director
Public-Private Partnership Center of the Philippines (PPPC)

 

Moderator:
Atty. Brando C. Cabalsi
Partner, Infrastructure, Legal, & Tax
Cabrera & Company / PwC Philippines

 

Panelists:

  • Dr. Lea-Grace B. Salcedo
    Deputy Director General for Operations,Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA)
  • Usec. David Almirol
    Undersecretary for eGovernment,
    Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)
  • Atty. Ricardo “Jun” Pilares III
    VP for Legal, Corporate Secretary, and Corporate Governance Officer,
    Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC)
9:30–10:40am
Coffee break   10:40-10:55am
Panel discussion 2:
Navigating New Regulations and PPP Framework

Usec. Timothy John Batan
Undersecretary for Railways
Department of Transportation (DOTr)


Moderator:
Atty. Jose Patrick S. Rosales
Senior Legal Advisor, Infrastructure, Legal & Tax
Cabrera & Company / PwC Philippines

 

Panelists:

  • Atty. Lester A. Añonuevo
    Director IV, Legal Services, PPPC
  • Francis Roque
    First Vice President & Head of Investments,
    Aboitiz InfraCapital (AIC)
10:55–12:05pm
Lunch   12:05–1:05pm

Panel discussion 3:

Broadening the PPP Horizon

Usec. Ronald Mendoza
Undersecretary for Strategic Management
Department of Education (DepEd)

 

Moderator:
Gabriel de Vera
Business Development Director

PwC Philippines

 

Panelists:

  • Asec. Eleazar E. Ricote
    Deputy Executive Director, PPPC
  • Dr. Gerardo “Gap” Legaspi
    Director,
    UP-Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH)
1:05–2:20pm
Coffee break   2:20–2:35pm
Panel discussion 4:
Financing the Future – Renewable Energy and Climate-Aligned Infrastructure

Lachy Haynes
Energy Transition Partner
PwC Australia

 

Moderator:
Mary Jade T. Roxas-Divinagracia
Deals and Corporate Finance Managing Partner,

PwC Philippines

 

Panelists:

  • Atty. John Dominic Z. Zafe
    Director IV, Project Development Service, PPPC
  • Usec. Mylene Capongcol
    Undersecretary,
    Department of Energy
  • Bjorn Rosenberger
    Head of Offshore Wind,
    Triconti ECC Renewables Corporation
2:35–3:55pm
Event recap   3:55–4:00pm
Closing remarks Aldie P. Garcia
Vice Chairman and Assurance Managing Partner
PwC Philippines
4:00–4:10pm
Photo opportunities and networking   4:10pm onwards

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Contact us

Mary Jade T.  Roxas-Divinagracia, CFA, CVA

Mary Jade T. Roxas-Divinagracia, CFA, CVA

Managing and Relationship Partner, Deals Advisory, PwC Philippines

Tel: +63 (2) 8845 2728

Brando C. Cabalsi

Brando C. Cabalsi

Tax Partner, PwC Philippines

Tel: +63 (2) 8845 2728