Key environment officials from China’s Lianyungang (LYG) province visited the Marcventures’ headquarters in Makati City. The officials were in Manila to observe how local businesses operate, particularly the key players in the mining industry.
Marcventures’ Holdings Chairman Isidro Alcantara Jr. highlighted the contribution of mining to host communities and to the national economy, and how it advocates sustainable development. He also emphasized that the Philippines is the fifth most mineral-rich country in the world for gold, nickel, copper, and chromite with massive untapped mineral resources making it a viable opportunity for foreign investors
The LYG delegation, led by Yu HongYan, vice chairman of Central Committee of the Communist Party – Lianyun District, expressed their gratitude to MMDC for facilitating an informative session. He also reassured that they will share with their government, the useful insights gained during their visit, keeping in mind the possibility of future partnerships and collaboration between the two countries.