Private Sector Advisory Council

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Private Sector Advisory Council
Agency overview
FormedJuly 13, 2022;11 months ago (2022-07-13)
Jurisdiction Government of the Philippines
Agency executive
  • Sabin M. Aboitiz, Lead Convenor and Lead for Infrastructure Sector

The Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) is a Philippine government advisory council that offers guidance to the President of the Philippines in supporting the achievement of the country's economic objectives. Established by President Bongbong Marcos on July 13, 2022, the council primarily aims to assist the government in various key areas. These include the implementation of a comprehensive infrastructure program, fostering job creation, digitizing processes, enhancing agricultural productivity by recalibrating micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and fostering equitable, sustainable, and inclusive business environment in the Philippines. [1] [2]

PSAC lead convenors

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References

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