Philippines

The planned 28,000-hectare economic zone is expected to promote cross-border investment and trade linkages, enhance transport connectivity, and strengthen regional value chains.

Under the plan, Davao de Oro, Davao Oriental, and Davao Occidental provinces will form the gateway.

A multi-stop travel itinerary in BIMP-EAGA could include the Coral Triangle diving circuit, Borneo rainforest experiences, and cross‑border cultural trails.

An ADB-supported project seeks to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of health systems in Kalimantan, Sarawak, and Zamboanga.

The parks encompass terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems that support endemic and endangered flora and fauna.

Their inclusion brings the total number of flyway network sites in BIMP-EAGA to six.

Located in the Sulu Archipelago, the Turtle Islands are part of the remote province of Tawi-Tawi in the southernmost tip of Mindanao.

BIMP-EAGA sustained its growth momentum despite global headwinds as it enters a new phase of development.

At the top of the agenda is the subregion’s development strategy and plans for the next 10 years.

Slated to open in 2026, the airport, which is located in Mindanao, Philippines, is a priority infrastructure project of BIMP-EAGA.