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Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) is an Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) mandated to operate, administer, manage, and develop the economic zones in the region

Telephone: (064) 421-83-07

10/11/2026

LOOK | BEZA Executive Director Atty. Sukarno A. Abas personally turned over the Authority’s official promotional materials, a copy of the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) Master Development Plan, BEZA’s 2026 Accomplishment Report, and relevant legal references, including its legal bases and legal opinions, to newly appointed Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism (MTIT) Minister Atty. Faizal Padate, who also serves as Chairperson of the BEZA Board of Directors (BOD), during the First Management Committee (ManCom) Meeting for Calendar Year 2026 held on November 10, 2026, at Alnor, Cotabato City.

As an attached agency of MTIT, BEZA recognizes the importance of strengthening coordination with its mother ministry, particularly through the BEZA Board of Directors, which serves as the Authority’s governing and policy-making body. The turnover aims to provide the Minister, in his capacity as BOD Chairperson, with essential references on BEZA’s legal mandate, institutional functions, accomplishments, and development priorities to support informed policy direction, strategic guidance, and the continued advancement of economic zone development and investment promotion in the Bangsamoro region.

09/11/2026

LOOK | 𝗕𝗘𝗭𝗔 𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗰 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗭𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) presented the development vision and investment opportunities of the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) during the Mindanao Development Forum (MDF) 2026, following its invitation by the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) as one of the project pitchers in the Forum's Investment and Partnership Marketplace.

During the project pitching session on October 28, BEZA Executive Director Atty. Sukarno A. Abas introduced the Authority, its mandate, and its role in planning, administering, regulating, and developing economic zones in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). He discussed BEZA's role in facilitating investments and developing economic zones as platforms for trade, industrial activities, and economic growth in the region.

Executive Director Atty. Abas then presented the PFEZ Master Development Plan (MDP), outlining the freeport's strategic assets, development priorities, and potential to support trade, logistics, industrial activities, and investment growth in the Bangsamoro. The presentation highlighted the MDP as the framework for developing PFEZ, strengthening its existing facilities, and identifying the infrastructure, investments, and partnerships needed to support its long-term development.

In his presentation, Executive Director Atty. Abas emphasized that economic growth requires more than the availability of resources. It also depends on the infrastructure to move them, industries to add value, and partnerships that connect local products and opportunities to wider markets.

“Our aspiration is clear: to move PFEZ from development potential to investment opportunities, and from investment opportunities to jobs, stronger industries, and shared prosperity for the Bangsamoro and Mindanao,” Abas said.

The presentation outlined BEZA's direction for developing PFEZ as a strategic investment and logistics hub, building on its existing port facilities and geographic advantages while strengthening its connections to regional markets, including those within the Brunei Darussalam–Indonesia–Malaysia–Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA).

Following the pitching session, BEZA continued its participation in the Investment and Partnership Marketplace Table through an exhibition and information booth manned by BEZA and PFEZ personnel. The booth featured promotional and investment information materials, particularly the PFEZ Master Development Plan, which were made available for forum participants, prospective investors, and project developers to review.

The booth also served as a venue for direct engagement, allowing attendees to inquire about PFEZ's development plans, strategic assets, and potential investment opportunities. BEZA and PFEZ personnel provided information and entertained questions from interested participants, opening discussions on possible investment and development partnerships.

Through both the project pitching and exhibition, BEZA was able to present the development direction of PFEZ to a wider network of government institutions, financial organizations, private-sector representatives, and development partners. The activities provided an avenue to introduce the freeport's development requirements and explore potential areas for investment and collaboration.

The presentation and exhibition formed part of MDF 2026's broader discussions on mobilizing private capital, Official Development Assistance (ODA), development finance, public-private partnerships (PPPs), blended finance, and other financing mechanisms to advance Mindanao's priority development initiatives.

Through its participation in the forum, BEZA continues to pursue partnerships that can help translate the PFEZ Master Development Plan into concrete development initiatives, strengthen the freeport's role in regional trade and investment, and contribute to the broader economic development of the Bangsamoro and Mindanao.

05/11/2026

𝐁𝐄𝐙𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐋𝐘 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐎𝐅 𝐃𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒!

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) extends its congratulations to the newly appointed Ministers of the Bangsamoro Government who will serve as members of the BEZA Board of Directors.

BEZA looks forward to working with the new Board in carrying forward the Authority's mandate and advancing the Bangsamoro Government's economic development priorities through investment promotion, industrial development, and economic zone expansion.

As the Authority continues to pursue the development of the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) and explore opportunities for establishing economic zones in other parts of the region, the Board's policy guidance and collective support will be important in ensuring that these initiatives remain aligned with the Bangsamoro's broader development agenda.

BEZA looks forward to a productive working relationship with the Board in creating a more conducive environment for investments, enterprise development, and employment generation across the region.

May Allah (SWT) grant you wisdom and guidance in your respective offices and responsibilities.

Mabrook, Honorable Ministers!

05/11/2026

𝐁𝐄𝐙𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐌𝐓𝐈𝐓 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑!

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) extends its warmest congratulations to 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐘. 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐙𝐀𝐋 𝐀. 𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 on his appointment as the new Minister of the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism (MTIT).

As the Bangsamoro advances its economic development agenda, BEZA looks forward to a stronger partnership with MTIT in attracting investments, strengthening local industries, and expanding economic opportunities across the region.

BEZA particularly hopes for a renewed and stronger commitment to economic zone development, recognizing its vital role in transforming the Bangsamoro's economic potential into concrete investments, sustainable jobs, and inclusive growth.

With the continued development of the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) and the pursuit of new economic zones across the region, BEZA stands ready to work alongside the Ministry in advancing a more competitive, investment-driven, and prosperous Bangsamoro.

May Allah (SWT) grant you wisdom and guidance in this new responsibility.

Mabrook, Minister!

04/11/2026

𝗕𝗘𝗭𝗔, 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗻

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA), in coordination with the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism–Basilan (MTIT-Basilan), is working with the Provincial Government of Basilan to advance the proposed economic zone in Lamitan City and explore its potential to attract investments to the province.

The BEZA delegation paid a courtesy visit to the Provincial Government of Basilan and was received by Acting Provincial Administrator Mr. Manny C. Muarip, representing Governor Mujiv S. Hataman. The delegation was led by Policy and Planning Chief Mohaliden M. Mohammad, representing BEZA Executive Director Atty. Sukarno A. Abas, together with representatives from MTIT-Basilan.

Central to the discussions was the proposed economic zone in Sitio Nipa, Barangay Malo-ong, Lamitan City, particularly the status of its application and the requirements for its advancement.

The proposed development is expected to provide a designated area for investment and business activities, with the potential to generate employment, expand local economic activity, and create new opportunities for Basilan's communities.

The application has reached Set B of the application process, marking progress toward its proposed establishment. Once approved and developed, the Lamitan economic zone could become the first new economic zone established in BARMM since the creation of the Bangsamoro Government in 2019. This would further expand the region's existing economic zone landscape, complementing the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) in Parang, Maguindanao del Norte, and opening additional opportunities for investment, business development, and employment.

BEZA will continue to coordinate with the Provincial Government of Basilan, the City Government of Lamitan, and concerned agencies to provide the necessary technical guidance and assistance as the proposal moves through the application process.

For Basilan, the proposed economic zone represents an opportunity to translate its local potential into concrete economic activity. For BEZA, advancing initiatives such as this is part of its mandate to develop economic zones that can attract investors, stimulate business activity, and create sustainable employment across the Bangsamoro region.

03/11/2026

LOOK | 𝗕𝗘𝗭𝗔, 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗗𝗔 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) and the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on October 28, during the Mindanao Development Forum (MDF) 2026, establishing a framework for cooperation in advancing economic zone development, investment promotion, and regional development initiatives in the Bangsamoro and wider Mindanao.

The agreement was signed by BEZA Executive Director Atty. Sukarno A. Abas and MinDA Chairperson and Secretary Leo Tereso A. Magno. The two-day forum, held in Davao City, carried the theme, “Mindanao’s Next Growth Chapter: Mobilizing Private Sector and Development Partnerships for Shared Prosperity.”

The signing comes amid the Bangsamoro Government’s continuing push to translate the gains of the peace process into meaningful economic opportunities for its people. In his message at the forum, Bangsamoro Chief Minister Abdulraof A. Macacua emphasized that peace must be felt in the everyday lives of communities through better incomes for farmers, decent employment for the youth, opportunities for local entrepreneurs, and greater dignity and security. He also highlighted the importance of predictable policies, reliable infrastructure, and capable institutions in building investor confidence.

This vision reinforces the importance of developing economic zones as platforms for investment, employment, and local economic activity. For the Bangsamoro, advancing economic zone development means creating opportunities to attract businesses, connect local producers to wider markets, and encourage investments that can generate livelihoods and contribute to the region’s economic growth.

Through the MOU, BEZA and MinDA aim to bring their respective mandates and development initiatives together to support these priorities. The partnership will connect BEZA’s economic zone development plans with MinDA’s regional development planning, investment promotion, and interregional coordination initiatives.

Under the agreement, MinDA will help align BEZA’s priority projects with the Mindanao Development Agenda, the 2nd Bangsamoro Development Plan (BDP) 2023–2028, and BIMP-EAGA Vision 2035. It will also facilitate coordination with national government agencies, local government units, development partners, and private-sector stakeholders to support project development, investment promotion, and resource mobilization.

BEZA, for its part, will identify priority economic zone sites, investment opportunities, and development projects in the Bangsamoro. Consistent with its mandate, the Authority will lead the planning, administration, regulation, and development of economic zones, including facilitating investments and coordinating the development of necessary infrastructure and facilities.

The cooperation will cover investment opportunities in agro-industrial development, the Halal industry, renewable energy, logistics, tourism, and the digital economy. It will also involve infrastructure and connectivity initiatives, technical exchanges, capacity-building, and participation in BIMP-EAGA-related activities. These initiatives will strengthen institutional coordination and link the Bangsamoro’s strategic economic assets with potential investors and development partners across Mindanao and the BIMP-EAGA subregion.

Ultimately, the partnership seeks to advance the Bangsamoro’s economic development agenda by unlocking the region’s investment potential, strengthening its economic ties with the rest of Mindanao, and generating sustainable economic opportunities for its people.

30/10/2026

𝘽𝙀𝙕𝘼 𝙀𝙓𝙏𝙀𝙉𝘿𝙎 𝙄𝙏𝙎 𝙒𝘼𝙍𝙈𝙀𝙎𝙏 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙂𝙍𝘼𝙏𝙐𝙇𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 𝙏𝙊 𝘾𝙃𝙄𝙀𝙁 𝙈𝙄𝙉𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙀𝙍 𝘼𝘽𝘿𝙐𝙇𝙍𝘼𝙊𝙁 “𝙎𝘼𝙈𝙈𝙔 𝙂𝘼𝙈𝘽𝘼𝙍” 𝘼. 𝙈𝘼𝘾𝘼𝘾𝙐𝘼!

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) congratulates Hon. Abdulraof “Sammy Gambar” A. Macacua on his election as Chief Minister of the First Regular Bangsamoro Government.

As the Bangsamoro enters a new chapter of governance, BEZA looks forward to the continued advancement of the region's economic development agenda under your leadership, anchored on an even stronger commitment to investment promotion, industrial development, and economic zone expansion.

In particular, BEZA hopes to see greater recognition of economic zones as strategic drivers of the Bangsamoro economy creating an enabling environment for investments, strengthening local industries, expanding trade, and generating sustainable employment opportunities.

With the continued development of the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) and the pursuit of new economic zones across the region, BEZA stands ready to work alongside your administration in translating the Bangsamoro's economic aspirations into tangible and lasting opportunities for its people.

May Allah (SWT) grant you wisdom and strength as you lead the Bangsamoro toward lasting peace, inclusive growth, and shared prosperity.

Mabrook, Chief Minister!

20/10/2026

BEZA, MinDA strengthen coordination on PFEZ development

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) and the Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) held a strategic meeting to discuss investment opportunities and development priorities for the Polloc Freeport and Economic Zone (PFEZ) in Parang, Maguindanao del Norte.

During the meeting, BEZA presented the Master Development Plan of PFEZ, outlining the zone’s development potential and opportunities for prospective locators and developers. Discussions also covered the housing and relocation concerns of affected informal settler families, highlighting the need to balance economic development with community welfare.

MinDA expressed its commitment to explore coordination with BEZA on a proposed master plan that may incorporate housing and relocation initiatives for affected communities, alongside efforts to advance the PFEZ’s development.

The engagement reinforces the importance of interagency collaboration in attracting investments, addressing development challenges, and realizing PFEZ’s potential as a driver of economic growth in BARMM and Central Mindanao.

17/10/2026

HIGHLIGHTS | 3rd Regular BEZA Board of Directors Meeting 2026

The Bangsamoro Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) held its 3rd Regular Board of Directors Meeting for 2026 to discuss matters concerning the operations and development of the Polloc Freeport and Ecozone (PFEZ).

Among the key agenda items were the review of existing port tariff rates, the proposed BEZA organizational structure, personnel appointments, the proposed BARMM International Fuel Depot, and the prioritization of infrastructure and development projects within BEZA and PFEZ.

The meeting also covered proposed measures on remittance and process flows, as well as BEZA’s proposed representation in the Governing Board of the Bangsamoro Ports Management Authority (BPMA).

These discussions form part of BEZA’s continuing work on its organizational requirements and development priorities for the Polloc Freeport and Ecozone.

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