The Central Bank of the Philippines, through closing remarks by Monetary Board Member Jose L. Querubin at the Philippine Economic Briefing in Clark, Pampanga, underscored the role of public and private sector collaboration in supporting inclusive and sustainable growth. Querubin reiterated the central bank’s commitments to price stability, financial stability, and an efficient and secure payments and settlement system, alongside principles of good governance, transparency, and accountability. The event, held under the theme “Building Better, Delivering More,” brought together around 250 participants from sectors including finance, infrastructure, manufacturing, and trade. Discussions covered macroeconomic fundamentals, key economic reforms, infrastructure and investment priorities, tourism development, and regional economic plans, with an emphasis on a whole of nation approach to strengthening growth centers outside Metro Manila and on connectivity and investment opportunities in Pampanga and Central Luzon.