BiSEA Commences Roadshow in the UK

The Britain in Southeast Asia (BiSEA) Roadshow this April is running in seven cities from April 8th to the 16th. These are Birmingham, London, Cardiff, Manchester, Glasgow, Sheffield and Durham. BCCP Chairman Chris Nelson and other Southeast Asian British Chamber representatives are given the opportunity to have 1-2-1 meetings with various companies from the different …

Brexit uncertainty continues weigh on UK businesses: British Chamber

  (ABS-CBN website, Feb. 20, 2019)   MANILA – Uncertainty over Brexit continues to weigh on UK businessmen, the head of the British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) said Wednesday.  British businessmen want clarity on what will happen after the United Kingdom leaves the European Union, BCCP chairman Chris Nelson said in an interview with ANC’s …

British Chamber of Commerce Philippines shares their milestones in 2018

  (The Philippine Business and News) –  The British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (BCCP) held its year-end Press Conference and Media Appreciation Luncheon held at the Dusit Thani Manila in Makati City last December 11, 2018. Invited media heard from no less than BCCP Executive Chairman Chris Nelson about what BCCP has been doing to support the …

The Great British Christmas Bash Auction and Raffle Winners

The British Chamber of Commerce recently held its biggest Great British Christmas Bash ever, with seven winners of Etihad Airways roundtrip ticket to any Etihad European destinations.   Our special thanks to Etihad Airways!  Below are the winners of the roundtrip tickets: Business Class – Craig Smith Business Class – Fetala’l Taua’a Economy Class – Marissa Andaya …

Government urged to consider various views on TRAIN 2

(Phil. Star) – The British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) wants the government to consider views and concerns raised by various groups on the proposed second package for tax reform and see how the changes could affect the aim of attracting more foreign direct investments (FDIs) to the country. BCCP executive chairman Chris Nelson said …

British firms still keen on investing in the Philippines

(Business Mirror, 6 September) – British investors remain optimistic about the country’s growth prospect in spite of accelerating inflation and tempered GDP growth, as they look forward to the fruits of this administration’s infrastructure binge. In an interview with reporters, Christopher J. Nelson, executive chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP), said British …

BCCP Chairman promotes strengthening UK-PH Economic Ties

Despite the slight reduction in growth rates in the past quarter, the Philippines continues to be a strong prospect, with strong growth rates and ongoing infrastructure programs. There has been a growing interest as shown by more than 2,000 businesses which the BCCP has assisted over four years, and some have set up businesses here …

British Chamber celebrates with Davao Chamber on its 50th Anniversary

    British Chamber of Commerce Chairman Chris Nelson (5th from left) recently joined the Davao City Chamber of Commerce Industry’s 50th Anniversary celebration held in Davao City. Shown in photo are PCCI Chairman George Barcelon (6th from left) and DCCCII President Art Milan (2nd from left) and DCCCII Board members.       British Chamber Chairman Chris Nelson …

British Chamber Exec Lauds PRRD Over Ease of Doing Business Act

In Photo (L-R):  British Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Chairman Chris Nelson, Iloilo Vice Mayor Jeffrey Ganzon, National Historical Commission Executive Director Luduvico Badoy, and Iloilo Mayor Jose Espinosa III, at the turnover ceremony of the newly restored Ker & Company Ltd. Building in Iloilo City.   ILOILO CITY (PNA) — The chairman of the British Chamber …