We at the Icons of Change extend our warmest congratulations to Director General Tereso O. Panga and the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) for being recognized as Champions for SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities during the Icons of Change Awards 2025 held on April 27 at Southville International School and Colleges, Las Piñas City.

DG Panga’s leadership, together with PEZA’s sustained efforts, reflects a thoughtful and progressive approach to economic zone development—one that integrates industrial growth with innovation, environmental responsibility, and inclusive local empowerment. These recognitions honor the meaningful strides PEZA has taken to build resilient economic ecosystems that not only attract responsible investments but also generate quality employment and catalyze regional transformation across the country.

We commend the agency’s strategic direction in ensuring that industrial expansion is not pursued in isolation, but with a clear alignment to broader national and global development goals. PEZA’s initiatives are a strong example of how public institutions can lead in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals in practical and impactful ways.

Held alongside the Metro Manila SDG Action Summit 2025, this year’s awards highlighted collaborative action across sectors and recognized individuals and institutions that contribute significantly to peace, innovation, and sustainable progress. PEZA’s recognition is well-deserved, and we look forward to seeing its continued contributions to building a competitive, inclusive, and future-ready Philippines.

Thank you for your service and for setting a standard of excellence in public sector innovation.

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