The Philippines’ Department of Finance reported that more than 4,000 transactions were processed at its Government-Owned or -Controlled Corporations Service Caravan in Iloilo City on October 6–7, 2026. The event brought together 19 government agencies in one venue and attracted 1,150 residents, providing access to services ranging from social benefits assistance to business registration and financing information. Entrepreneurs received assistance with registration and regulatory requirements, while government financial institutions provided information on banking, financing and deposit protection. Residents also accessed assistance or information on social insurance, health coverage, housing and retirement benefits, alongside agricultural programs and routine administrative services. The event continued the department’s regional service caravans, following a June 2026 event in Cagayan de Oro that served more than 3,500 residents.
Philippines’ Department of Finance reports more than 4,000 transactions at Iloilo government service caravan
The Philippines’ Department of Finance reported more than 4,000 transactions at its government service caravan in Iloilo City on October 6–7, 2026, attended by 1,150 residents. Nineteen government agencies offered access to business registration assistance, financing information, social benefits and other public services in a single venue.