Philippines’ Green City Attracts International Interest

• Proeksa Meas
• 3 October 2016
• Local News
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A plan in the Philippines to develop a green ‘sustainable city’ away from the infamous congestion of Manila is attracting the interest of some big international investors.

Located 80km from the capital in Tarlac province, the 9,450-hectare Clark Green City is being promoted by the state-owned Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) as an alternative living and trade hub to Manila.

The 288-hectare phase one industrial estate is the subject of investment interest from Japanese companies including Hitachi, Mitsubishi, Mitsui, Sojitz and Sumitomo. French and German companies have also expressed interest.

The University of the Philippines, the Philippine Science High School, and the Technological University of the Philippines have all confirmed they will establish campuses in the city.