Membership
PCCIJ membership helps companies and professionals expand business opportunities, build bilateral relationships, and stay informed across Japan and the Philippines.
Detailed benefits
The benefits of joining the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (PCCIJ) center around facilitating business expansion, knowledge-sharing, and networking between Japan and the Philippines.
Core benefits
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PCCIJ serves as a practical bridge developing open business opportunities between Japan and the Philippines.
Members gain access to a mid-sized, tight-knit network of approximately 50 Japanese and Philippine corporate members spanning Finance and Insurance, Transportation, Wholesale/Retail Trade, IT, Construction, and Legal/Professional Services.
The chamber hosts joint networking events with prominent international groups, such as the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan, and cultural events such as Philippine Independence Day celebrations.
02
PCCIJ dispatches an annual economic mission to the Philippines, giving members direct access to market research and on-the-ground business negotiations.
These missions are designed as an accessible stepping stone for small and medium-sized enterprises and new market entrants looking to establish a presence.
03
PCCIJ operates with close ties to the Philippine Embassy. Its board includes prominent honorary members such as the Ambassador of the Philippines to Japan, and it coordinates with PCCI, the largest business organization in the Philippines.
Established in 1976, PCCIJ functions as a recognized foreign chamber of commerce supervised by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
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In collaboration with the Philippine Embassy and related institutions, PCCIJ hosts regular seminars and workshops.
These educational sessions provide members with crucial insights regarding the latest business trends, regulatory updates, and market developments impacting bilateral trade.
