Clark Freeport tops investment ranking in CL 

Clark Development Corporation (CDC) President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera joins fellow panelists during the Press Conference at the Philippine Economic Briefing – Clark 2025 held at Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort. Also in the photo are Department of Agriculture Assistant Secretary Michael Garcia, Department of Finance Assistant Secretary Neil Adrian Cabiles, and Department of Economy, Planning and Development Undersecretary Carlos Abad Santos. (CDC Photo)

CLARK FREEPORT— Clark emerged as the top investment destination in Central Luzon for the first half of 2025, securing the largest share of pledged investments in the region, according to the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev) Region 3.

“Among the four key investment and promotion agencies in the region, Clark Development Corporation captured the biggest investment share,” said DEPDev Regional Director Nerissa Esguerra during the Philippine Economic Briefing (PEB) held at Hilton Clark Sun Valley Resort recently.

“Large investments at Clark Freeport Zone were recorded for tourism, [Information and Communication Technology] ICT, industrial, commercial, and services industries,” Esguerra said.

CDC President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera joined the briefing alongside Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) President and CEO Engr. Jake Bingcang. The event convened national and regional government officials, business leaders, and investors to discuss the country’s economic trajectory and emerging opportunities.

Central Luzon also ranked third among the most preferred investment destinations nationwide, capturing 11 percent of total local and foreign pledges, according to Esguerra.

The PEB is a flagship initiative of the Philippine government aimed at fostering transparency, investor confidence, and inclusive growth through timely updates on economic performance and policy direction.