Hawaii’s Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will host a trade symposium with the Philippines in May 2026, focusing on economic partnerships and workforce solutions. The event includes panel discussions on trade expansion and talent exchange between the two regions.
- The symposium will address workforce shortages and pathways for talent exchange between Hawaii and the Philippines.
- Panel discussions will cover trade expansion, export opportunities, and diaspora business networks.
- A concurrent tradeshow will feature products from Hawaii and Ilocos Norte.
- The event marks 22 years of sister-state relations between Hawaii and Ilocos Norte.
- Governor Josh Green and Ilocos Norte Governor Cecilia Araneta Marcos will deliver remarks at the evening banquet.
Source: Maui Now
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