De La Salle University Proposal (2015)

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CHAPTER ONE:The Philippines

CHAPTER TWO:Metro Manila

CHAPTER THREE:De La Salle University

CHAPTER ONE:Events

CHAPTER TWO:Venues & Logistics

CHAPTER THREE:Conference Programming

CHAPTER FOUR:Tours

CHAPTER FIVE:Delegate Relations

CHAPTER SIX:Marketing and Corporate

CHAPTER ONE:Conference Financing

CHAPTER TWO:About the Team

PART ONE: COUNTRY, CITY, UNIVERSITY

PART TWO: OUR BID, OUR DREAM

PART THREE: APPENDICES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME NOTEMabuhay!

The De La Salle University Host Country Organizing Committee extends its warmest greetings to the Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations Organizing Committee once more in considering hosting the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference in the vibrant and bustling metropolis of Metro Manila and with De La Salle University.

After last year’s bidding, the team immediately begun to reconceptualize its offering, searching for more opportunities and researching ways to improve the bid and the conference in detail, which we proudly offer to you today. Our bid is a combination of striking elements between the recently held Harvard and Asia Conferences. We offer exemplary logistics, convenience, financial support, security and above all – partnerships with a diverse set of speakers and companies to heighten HPAIR in offering a more academically rich and diverse conference.

This time around, we have gained a lot more experiences and stories to offer. This 2015, twenty-one years will have had passed since the Philippines last played host to the 1994 HPAIR Conference. In

the 21 years of HPAIR’s absence in the country, the Philippines has gained a lot of stories to offer and perspectives worth hearing;. The occurrence of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Leadership and Ministerial Meetings which shall also be held in the Philippines in 2015 leads us to greater motivation in hosting this conference. These events prove the timeliness of hosting HPAIR in the Philippines. What has brought the Philippines in the international limelight is what truly inspires De La Salle University most especially our team to once again seek to host the conference in the country next year.

Likewise, the team is very excited to co-host HPAIR as well. With a very experienced team of whom more than half, have attended different HPAIR conferences and events in the past have been preparing this bid for almost a year. It is our promise to make HPAIR 2015 truly successful and remarkable. We truly hope you see all the reasons to choose us, choose De La Salle University, choose Metro Manila and the Philippines for HPAIR 2015.

Once more, I would like to say Mabuhay, and welcome you to our bid.

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We believe that the success of the conference does not only rely on the quality of its speakers and delegates but also the quality of its environment. Which is why we have made it to a point to research and carefully select venues that is not only capable enough to host the number of delegates and breakout rooms required, but also, those who have had experiences in hosting large world events and has proven itself to be the epitome of luxurious venues and convenience for everyone.

The venues presented in this bid are strategically and logistically located to make it safe and accessible, which is perfect for a conference of high caliber. All prospective venues are within easy reach from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Complex which serves as Manila’s main gateway to the world.

The venues and accommodations are divided into three parts; Set A which is respectively our preference, is situated in Makati--the business core of Metro Manila. We have chosen the Philippine’s most esteemed business and super luxury hotel , the Makati Shangri-la Hotel, as primary venue for all the conference’s

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plenary, panel and seminar halls. The Makati Shangri-la Hotel shall also offers affordable 5 star accommodation for everyone. Notably, this hotel played host to the World Economic Forum in East Asia this year. Numerous luxury world brand hotels are found within the area such as the Peninsula Manila, Intercontinental Manila, The Fairmont- Raffles Hotel and others. Similarly, the Fairmont-Raffles hotel will serve as the venue for the Manila Night which will be detailed in the succeeding parts of the bid. Set A also serves the most accessible and nearest area to the Bonifacio Global City, Manila’s rising foremost lifestyle and business center.

On the other hand, Set B and Set C remain within close proximity to each other, found in the cities of Pasay and Manila. The SM Mall of Asia Complex, home to one of world’s largest malls, sit in between these venues and is also within close proximity to NAIA. Set B’s primary venue is the Solaire Resorts Manila, one of the newest hotels in the Philippines, boasting a full range of entertainment selections. It is located at the Entertainment and Gaming Complex of the country, also known as PAGCOR City.

Meanwhile, Set C’s primary venue is the rimary venue is the Sofitel Hotel Philippine Plaza which is found in the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, it shall serve as both primary venue and hotel for this set. The Sofitel Hotel Philippine Plaza has been home to numerous local and international conferences since it is right beside the Philippine International Convention Center, the country’s national and largest exhibition and conference venue.

All of them fall within a 10 kilometer radius, from the airport and all of the mentioned locations are quite accessible to each other. On another note, the Host University, De La Salle University, is equally close to all the venues and areas. It takes no more than 20 minutes to travel to and from any destination, venue or hotel we have mentioned in this bid. Lastly, the Resorts World Manila, where the Marriott Hotel and the Universe Gastropub and Night Lounge is situated in the center of Pasay, Makati, Manila and Bonifacio Global City as it is found right beside the airport terminals. Lastly, for budget conscious delegates we have also listed quality and safe nearby hotels. Truly, this logistical convenience is like no other -- the best that the Philippines can offer.

KEY STRENGTHS OF THE BID

To make everyone’s stay in Metro Manila more memorable, we have exerted great effort to be able to provide events and quality entertainment throughout the conference. We have arranged ties with different partners inside and outside De La Salle University to provide entertainment and tours. With this, we shall be hosting various auxiliary events for the conference such as the Special Dinner which is poised to be hosted by Globe Telecommunications and the Manila Night: A Rigodon De Honneur which serves as a Cultural Dinner.

Several performers will also be present all throughout the University Day. Also, to formally end the conference, it should be exciting and worthwhile. We have reserved some of the largest and most exclusive nightclubs in the country for the Closing Party, one such is the newly opened Universe Gastropub and Nightclub found in Resorts World Manila.

EXCEPTIONAL EVENTSAND ENTERTAINMENT

The Philippines is generally a trouble-free country for tourists. Most countries do not require a visa to enter and stay in the Philippines for the duration of the conference. Likewise, many tourists even those in need of entry visas have had high visitor statistics in our country. Although this is the case, we still greatly looked forward to making this process more convenient and worry-free for all our delegates. Upon consultation with representatives from the National Government, they have agreed to make all our embassies aware of our invitation for delegates to come in our country. Due process is still required, but our invitation can present a very strong case for faster visa processing, especially for delegates from countries in need of visas. The visa details are described in the succeeding chapters of the bid. The University, which is a popular institution in the country, will handle all the invitations to ease the visa processing.

DELEGATE RELATIONS AND SMOOTH VISA TRANSACTIONS

Also, to ensure the safety of the delegates and to keep them well informed, we have also added a personal touch to Delegate Relations, in form of our Delegate Buddy System. The Delegate buddy system is composed of 50 student volunteers trained to assist our delegates. They will be always available to accompany the delegates should they want to tour the city and as well, become their personal friendly hotline in case they encounter any problems. Our volunteer to delegate ratio for the Delegate Buddy system is 1:10 and they shall also begin by giving out extra knowledge on how to get around Metro Manila and the country, shall delegates wish to maximize their stay. It shall be further explained in the latter parts of the bid. Aside from making new friends, the aim of the Delegate Buddy system is to also aid the organizers of the conference in constantly updating the delegates news with respect to the conference.


Tremendous cooperation has been received by the Host Country Organizing Committee from the Host City and the National Government. Together with the Tourism Promotions Board of the Department of Tourism, we will offer airport assistance and lounge access to delegates as well as trips to and from the airport, hotel and conference venues.

Delegate security remains our top priority. Our hotels, venues, and representatives from government shall contribute to the overall well being of the conference as it is being hosted in the country. We have already reserved transportation going to and from different venues with our bus partners. Importantly, we will also be offering free airport transfers via bus, starting a day before and after the conference. Majority of the trips shall also be assigned an escort provided by the

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Metropolitan Manila Development Authority and the City Governments involved. These escorts shall ensure that we reach all our destinations on time and experience very minimal traffic as well as to make our journeys safe and hassle free. There shall also be an increased presence of security personnel within the vicinity if necessary, since the conference is will attended by numerous dignitaries and foreign delegates.

As also mentioned earlier, a key logistical convenience is the integration of the majority of the events of the conference housed in a single venue and auxiliary events such as the dinners are also found in very close proximity. These serve as practical and intelligent measures to avoid delays and confusions before, during and after the conference.


COUNTRY, CITY,UNIVERSITY

PART ONE

THE PHILIPPINES PART ONE : CHAPTER 1

WELCOME BACK The Philippines has always been a unique jewel at the heart of Southeast Asia. Endowed with a bounty of wonders, it has caught the eye of multitudes both past and present, be it tourists, colonizers, investors, scientists, or thrill-seekers searching for new experiences.

Today, the possibilities for the country are being expanded by new opportunities that have arisen for Asia and ASEAN, and it is not hesitant to push for a continued and more inclusive growth. On the precipice of regional integration, the country continues to strengthen its industry and economy and solidify its position as a rising country in the region.

All of this is driven by a nation brought together by shared experiences and a presence across the world, weathering adversity with a smile and a renewed vigor.

Today, we stand as 7,107 bastions of promise in Asia. And we are ready to host the world once more.

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A WORK IN PROGRESS Many things can change in the span of twenty-one years. Organizations can change their form, new industries can rise up, and old ones give way for the new. Revolutions can occur, new threats must be faced, and crises must be overcome.

As fantastical as it all sounds, in those twenty-one years since HPAIR was last here in the Philippines, all of those things have happened, shaping the Pacific Century in fascinating new ways. Back then, HPAIR heralded the shape of things to come at that crossroads before the turn of the millennium here in the country.

The Philippines has felt the effects of those years very strongly. Events like the Asian financial crisis, a second People Power, and gains due to increasing globalization have made their mark. This history makes the Philippines a prime ground to host the conference.

BEAUTY IN ALL ITS FORMS

Even with the pressures of growth and globalization, the Philippines retains its natural beauty oft-mistaken for paradise. A plethora of beautiful beaches, virgin reefs and forests, coupled with a cornucopia of flora and fauna make the Philippines a gleaming example of nature’s artistry at work.

To add to this, the Philippines bears marks from its history, both as a colony and as a free nation, in the imposing landmarks that abound within it. From the imposing rice terraces of Ifugao, to the beautiful Spanish-era houses in Vigan, to the relics of American occupation in the form of Manila’s neoclassical edifices, history and culture meld to create a unique landscape throughout the country.

And even then, while all of the immense economic gains made in the last several years make it seem that we are a country of work, our fiestas, our vibrant nightlife, and the general warmth, fun, and hospitality of our people say otherwise.

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A VARIETY OF PERSPECTIVES

The Philippines has always been a world in itself when it comes to fun. Between karaoke, dancing, festivals, and just plain partying, Filipinos have always enjoyed color in their lives, and they have always shared it with all who seek promise and possibility in its shores, for adventure, respite, and everything in between.

As an early hub of commerce in the region, Filipinos have been trading and living together not only with outher Southeast Asians, but also with Indian, Arab and Chinese traders, with the latter establising the oldest Chinatown in the world right here in the country. Coupled with Spanish and American influences, this makes the Philippines a true melting pot of global influences.

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THE PERFECT TIME

For the year 2015, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit will be held in the Philippines. APEC is the primary forum for aiding economic development, cooperation, trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region. The summit will focus on several key topics that coincide with HPAIR’s own.

With this, new developments have been made throughout the city in preparation. New infrastructure, the revitalization of areas throughout the country, and increased security have peen put in place. These preparations prove beneficial to the conference as well.

With the summit proceeding in the Philippines next year, it can pose great benefits not only to the country but also to HPAIR’s delegates. Moreover, with the country’s plans for development and economic expansion, it would also be the perfect opportunity for the Philippines to host HPAIR 2015.

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ESAs a series of measures would be intended to deepen interdependence of trade and foster growth within the ASEAN this year, these changes have direct effect on business and enterprise within the area. Many critics point out about the dangers of developed competitors from the region at the expense of local businesses, as well as the widening gap betweendeveloped and developing states in the ASEAN region.

In order to meet the Millennium Development goals, the Philippine government cooperates with civil society as well as various industries, however the critics of MDG argue that the program has accomplished little as compared to its aims. The question of whether there is a need for extension or a deepening of understanding on how to concretely eradicate these issues and include other variables that may be included post-2015 must be answered.

With increasing universal environmental exploitation, typhoons have visited more frequently, the most notable among which is Haiyan which hit last November. The relief efforts of the government was deeply needed, and the international community assisted to rebuild hard-hit areas of the country. It is for this reason that the Philippine government and several other institutions must highlight disaster planning such as management and preparedness, as well as risk reduction.

The West Philippine Sea claims versus China, Vietnam, Taiwan, and other ASEAN nations is a concrete example of the Philippine’s involvement in territorial disputes within the region. Asserting its rights over the oil-rich territory, the country continues to challenge China and its nine-dash claim. China’s traditional bilateral approach to negotiations, as well as the country’s advocacy to bring the case to the International Tribunal on the Law of the Sea causes further tension. Furthermore, the strong ties between the Philippines and the US further complicate the situation.

While the country has been progressing economically, the amount of growth that trickles down to the population has been called into scrutiny. Balancing the interests of many stakeholders also demand for greater equality and more equitable distribution of societal gains to ensure that the progress that the economic data show is felt by the country. What is of concern is the framework that is able to balance Philippine progress.

MANILA PART ONE : CHAPTER 2

THE CATALYSTOF GREAT IDEAS

Metropolitan Manila has always been an enigma. With towering buildings interspersed with quiet enclaves of nature and culture, the old city has expanded to encompass new frontiers, just as the world has evolved beyond it. It has grown from the ancient ciudad amurallada into a reflection of the Philippines: riotous, vibrant, yet homely. In its nooks and crannies, the triumphs and challenges of Asia meet, presenting a view of the world unlike any other.

With the new upwelling that Manila is experiencing, our team holds the firm belief that the time for us to bring the world to Manila is now. And we want to catalyze the best of the best by engaging them here in Manila through the rigor of the HPAIR Asia Conference.

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DEFINING A GLOBAL CITY

Some cities in the world can be identified as hubs for business, leisure, governance, culture or even residence. However, within the sixteen component cities and its lone compennt municipality, Manila becomes a challenge to classify.

Even then, aside from everything mentioned, Manila has traits that set it on a class of its own. First among these is sheer affordability. With some of the lowest costs

of urban living in the region, Manila offers more bang for the buck for denizens and visitors alike.

Furthermore, as a tourism-oriented country, Metro Manila can be easy to explore. With English as a predominant language and with some of the friendliest locals around, it becomes easy to transact business, ask for directions, or even just have a simple and friendly chat.

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A CITY WITHMULTIPLE FACES

At the heart of the Philippines, Metro Manila, the most populous area of the country, presents a variety of forms to its beholders. Being the home of high-class businesses, excellent condominiums, leading universities state-of-the-art museums and tourist spots, Metro Manila is an effortless place to appreciate. The medieval walled city of Intramuros is one of the many great examples showing the Philippines’ rich history. Present since the Spanish era, Intramuros speaks a significant amount of what the country has been through. Another famous landmark is Binondo also known as the oldest Chinatown in the world. This district is the center of trade and commerce for businesses managed by Filipino-Chinese merchants. Binondo also offers a wide array of Chinese food and impeccably shows off the strong Chinese connections and roots of the Filipinos.

On a much modern level, Metro Manila also boasts up-to-date architecture, malls, restaurants and bars in Bonifacio Global City (BGC). With the metropolitan’s incomparable blend of the old and the new, one can easily travel back through time as well as benefit from the latest innovations from today’s generation. From getting a glimpse of the country’s history to spending the night in one of BGC’s fancy clubs, one’s stay in Metro Manila will definitely be worthwhile and will leave visitors wanting more.

THREE HOTSPOTS

With the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference, we intend to bring everyone to three key hotspots of development, to bring delegates right to the heart of Manila’s successes and challenges.

Manila, Makati, and BGC all provide the best environments to bring the conference to, and serve as the foundation for new ideas that will bring Asia forward.

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MANILA

Manila has always been the seat of power for the Philippines, ever since Spanish conquistador Miguel Lopez de Legaspi put down roots in what used to be an amalgam of towns. As a center for Philippine culture and heritage, Manila stands proud with buildings dating back to the Spanish and American colonial periods. Edifices of adobe stand side by side with neoclassical, art noveau, brutalist, and modern buildings.

However, architecture is not the only thing diverse about Manila. People hailing from different nationalities and backgrounds live side-by-side and revel in the museums, the nightlife, even the hustle-and-bustle of ordinary life. As it lends its name to the premier metropolis of the Philippines, Manila stands out as a beacon of heritage and a catalyst for new and unique experiences for every person visiting it.

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Makati is the corporate hub of the Philippines, and its premier business district. Centered around the iconic Ayala Triangle Gardens, modern edifices housing various local and international companies radiate outward, forming the backbone for a city that makes it all happen.

Of course, after hours, Makati transforms into a different entitiy. It houses great malls, hotels, clubs, and other forms of entertainment to allow its denizens the chance to unwind after a stressful day. Spontaniety is also Makati’s more endearing traits, with concerts and other events frequently being held in its parks.

To round of this combination of work and play, Makati is the single most walkable city in the metro. Despite its size and bustling business, getting lost in Makati means more opportunities for adventure. And of course, it’s still easy to find your way back.

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BONIFACIOGLOBAL CITY

A trendy and fashionable masterplanned district, Bonifacio Global City offers an unparalleled whirlwind of food, shopping, and nightlife in its neat concentric streets. With its melding of work, nightlife, and nature, BGC houses Metro Manila’s premier IT and BPO hubs. along with more companies, both local and global.

BGC is also a hub of sustainable development. Most buildings in the area comply with environmental standards like the LEED and BERDE standards for sustainability. While a swath of manicured parks dominate its center, small enclaves of greenery and public art abound in its corners. BGC is as what it name connotes, a global city for a modernizing country.

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DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY PART ONE : CHAPTER 3

THE FUTURE BEGINS HERE Since its inception in 1911, De La Salle University has been a catalyst for excellence through its research, academic programs, social engagement, and its thrust for holistic development. It has continuously acted as a trailblazer in the quest to push the boundaries of Philippine education through innumerable firsts in the industry, combined with an innovative transformative learning pedagogy, top-notch facilities, and an experienced body of faculty from various fields of expertise.

With its continued focus to becoming a bastion of research and innovation in the region, DLSU opens its doors to the world once more.

Instituted more that a century ago by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, De La Salle University – Manila is a topnotch Catholic institution that is not only prominent throughout the Philippines but globally as well. Finding its roots in Calle Nozaleda, Paco Manila, the university was first established on June 11, 1911 with a mission to not only improve the educational system available in the country, but also be able to fulfill the vision of teachers who “teach minds, touch hearts, and transform lives”. However in 1921, due to the lack of space in the Nozaleda Campus, it was settled by the brothers to move to 2401 Taft Avenue in Malate, its current location. De La Salle University has continually led the development of education in the Philippines. It offered its first degrees in 1920, and soon branched out to the fields of Engineering, Arts and Sciences, and Education in 1947, 1953, and 1959. In 1975,

what was then known as De La Salle College was formally granted university status. DLSU’s College of Computer Studies was established in 1981. The following year, the College of Liberal Arts and the College of Science was formed from the College of Arts and Sciences. In 2009, DLSU began its College of Law, and in 2010, the College of Commerce was transformed into the College of Business and School of Economics.

DLSU has continually strived to become one of the best research universities in the region, through the creation of quality facilities, the recruitment of experienced and talented faculty members and the increase in research expenditures. Having celebrated its first one hundred years in 2011, DLSU continues to pursue its vision-mission as it looks to its next century in faith, service and communion in mission to the Filipino people

PUSHING LEARNING FORWARD

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VISION MISSION

De La Salle University in Manila the Philippines is an internationally recognized Catholic university established by the Brothers of the Christian Schools in 1911. Inspired by the charism of St John Baptist de La Salle, the University community, together and by association, provides quality human and Christian education by teaching minds, touching hearts and transforming lives

A leading learner-centered research university, bridging faith and scholarship in the service of society, especially the poor

CORE VALUES

Faith (religio) DLSU is committed to nurturing a community of distinguished and morally upright scholars that harmonizes faith and life with contemporary knowledge in order to generate and propagate new knowledge for human development and social transformation.

Service (mores) DLSU is committed to being a resource for Church and Nation and being socially responsible in building a just, peaceful, stable and progressive Filipino nation.

Communion (cultura) DLSU is committed to building a community of leaders, competent professionals, scholars, researchers and entrepreneurs, who will participate actively in improving the quality of life in Philippine society within the perspective of Christian ideals and values

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ACCREDITATION The academic programs (undergraduate and graduate) of De La Salle University are accredited by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU) and have been granted Level III and Level IV status for having demonstrated the highest standards of instruction, research, and community engagement and having developed wide networks and linkages with other educational institutions.

As an affirmation of the levels of accreditation achieved by DLSU programs, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) of the Republic of the Philippines has conferred the distinction of Autonomous Status to DLSU. It has also named nine (9) programs as Centers of Excellence in the field in the country and seven (7) programs as Centers of Development. To date, eight programs of the University have undergone international assessment by a foreign team of assessors under the ASEAN University Network Quality Assurance (AUN QA) program. All eight programs have attained the prestigious AUN QA certificates. More programs are scheduled to undergo international assessment in the near future.

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OUR ALUMNI

De La Salle University- Manila has produced outstanding and illustrious alumni over the years. These alumni are testimonies of the university’s excellence. DLSU is home to luminaries in business, public service, education, the arts, and sciences, who have made both the institution and the Philippines proud. The renowned business school in the Philippines has produced numerous successful businessmen including Eduardo Conjuanco Jr. of San Miguel Corporation and Ginebra San Miguel Inc., Hans, Herbert and Henry Sy Jr. of SM Prime, and Ernest Cu of Globe Telecom. Six La Sallians have served as Secretary of Finance, including current Finance Secretary Cesar

Purisima. Moreover, DLSU has produced great leaders, from mayors to senators to department secretaries, who deliver quality public service such as the late DILG Secretary Jesse Robredo. Luminaries in the field of arts and sciences also hail from the institution like the award-winning film writer and director Jose Javier-Reyes and contemporary multi-media artist Cesare Syjuco. These alumni serve as icons for the Lasallians of today. They are testaments of how great the Lasallian community is. Also, they serve as a challenge for the students of this generation to sustain the excellence and achievements that the university has produced.


GOVERNMENT AGENCY LEADERS Salvador Laurel Former Vice President of the Philippines (1986 to 1992) Jose de Venecia Five-time Speaker, Philippine House of Representatives 6 Incumbent Cabinet Members Edwin Lacierda Presidential Spokesperson Leila de Lima Secretary, Department of Justice Cesar Purisima Secretary, Department of Finance

Rogelio Singson Secretary, Department of Public Works and Highways Joseph Emilio “Jun” Abaya Secretary, Department of Transportation and Communications Br. Armin Luistro, FSC Former DLSU President Secretary, Department of Education 3 Incumbent Senators of the Philippines Antonio Trillanes IV Ralph Recto Joseph Victor Ejercito Incumbent Members of the Philippine House of Representatives Rolando Andaya, Jr. Eileen Ermita-Buhain Florencio Miraflores Monico Puentevella

Luis Villafuerte, Jr. Governor, Province of Camarines Sur Albert S. Garcia Governor, Province of Bataan Jose Zubiri, Jr. Governor, Province of Bukidnon Darlene Antonino-Custodio Mayor, General Santos City Kim Henares Commissioner, Bureau of Internal Revenue Martin Villarama Magistrate, Philippine Supreme Court Michael Elbinias Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals of the Philippines ECONOMIC ANALYSTS Jose Cuisa, Jr. Governor, Central Bank of the Philippines (1990 to 1993) Rafael Buenaventura Governor, Central Bank of the Philippines (1999 to 2005)

Cayetano Paderanga, Jr. Former Director-General, National Economic and Development Authority BUSINESS MAGNATES Jose Ma. Concepcion, Jr. Former Chairman, RFM Corporation. Former Philippine Secretary, Trade and IndustryN

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Manuel Tordesillas President, Maybank ATRKE Nestor Tan President, Banco de Oro Alfonso Yuchengco Philippine permanent representative to the UN

Hans Sy President, SM Prime Holdings, Inc. Harley Sy President, SMIC Henry Sy, Jr. Vice Chairman, SMIC, SMDC and Highlands Prime, Inc Enrique Razon, Jr. President and Chairman, ICTSI John Gokongwei Chairman Emeritus, JG Summit Holdings, Inc.

Ernest Cu CEO, Globe Telecom Ramon del Rosario Co-founder, Philippine Investment Management Consultants (PHINMA) Eduardo Cojuangco, Jr. Chairman, San Miguel Corporation

Ernesto Kahn Former President, San Miguel Corporation CULTURAL AND SOCIAL LEADERS Cirilo Bautista Palance Literary Hall of Fame Awardee Leonardo Locsin National Artist for Architecture Bienvenido Lumbera National Artist for Literature Rizo Hizon News anchor for CNBC Asia and BBC World Catherine Yap-Yang Broadcast journalist, Bloomberg Television Network Paeng Nepomuceno Champion bowler with 4 world cup titles Recipient of three Guinness Book of World Records and International Olympic Committee President’s Trophy Jose Javier Reyes Award-winning film writer and director Jesus Antonion Villamor Distinguished Service Cross and Oak Leaf Cluster recipient Butch Fransisco Founder, Jeeves of Belgravia Manila

DIVERSITY

De La Salle University - Manila continues to create breakthroughs and construct better academic styles to excel worldwide. Aside from providing quality education to students from all over the Philippines, the University has been catering internationally as well. International students who show academic competence and dedication are accepted. Both Filipino and international students experience a transformative and multidisciplinary learning environment where they will develop knowledge, values and skills needed in the global society.

Based on recent statistics, the percentages of international students per college are as follows: 32% (College of Business), 20% (College of Liberal Arts), 18% (College of Education), 9% (College of Engineering), 9% (College of Science), 6% (College of Computer Science), and 6% (School of Economics). The top nationalities of international students enrolled in the undergraduate and graduate studies as of 1st term SY 2012-2013 are: South Korean (243), Chinese (176), Indian (34), Vietnamese (24), American (23), Indonesian (17), Cambodian (15), Iranian (14), Myanmar/Burmese (9), and Taiwanese (8).

The University’s alliances here and abroad supply a great deal of academic exchange and other collaborative activities for the students. The following The following are some of the groups that De La Salle University is engaged in: the International Association of LaSallian Universities, the Association of South-East Asian Institutes of Higher Learning, the International Federation of Catholic Universities, the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia, and the ASEAN University Network. DLSU also possesses individual linkages with universities throughout the world.


A HIGH STANDARDFOR EXCELLENCE

Teaching, forward- looking research and active community service are the main thrusts of De La Salle University. Its traditions of Religio, Mores and Cultura guide the administration, faculty, students and staff to be Christian achievers for God and country. As a result, collegiate students leave the university secure in their intellectual flexibility and refined skills. These are top considerations in the job market and postgraduate studies globally. DLSU belongs to the top 500 educational institutions in the world, the best Philippine private university, based on research quality, graduate employability, and international outlook and teaching quality. This is according to the London-based Times Higher Education Supplement as evaluated by peers, faculty, job recruiters and international students. In

2000, DLSU- Manila was ranked number 71 among the universities in Asia for academic reputation, student selectivity, faculty and financial resources, citations in international journals, and internet bandwidth.

In the Philippines, DLSU is the first private university that was awarded with Level IV status by the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU). The Level IV status distinction is given to institutions that excel in a broad area of academic discipline and enjoy prestige and authority comparable to that of international universities. Likewise, the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has conferred the titles of Centers of Excellence and Centers of Development to a good number of DLSU academic departments in multiple fields for several years.


TOP-NOTCH FACILITIES

De La Salle University takes care of the overall well- being of the members of the academic community. The University continuously refines technology, skills and techniques essential in teaching and forward-looking research. Most operational systems and processes are computerized. The quality of life in campus is at par with leading Asian universities. This is evident in its world-class physical environment that provides a peaceful and secure ambiance.

The University has also undertaken major infrastructure development in anticipation of its future need for more space. The Henry Sy, Sr. Building, its new eco-friendly building on Taft Avenue, will house a million books and a vast collection of digital materials. Renowned architectural firm LV Locsin Partners designed the BERDE- accredited building. Executive

offices are housed at the Henry Sy, Sr. Hall and the roof deck garden is a venue for special university gatherings.

De La Salle University is a well- secured learning environment with state-of-the-art facilities as week as sports, cultural, and spiritual venue. Wired and wireless ports are found all around the campus, linking the University to the world. An e-classroom allows students to interact with their counterparts in the international front. Laboratories feature the most modern equipment. The University Library, dubbed as the Learning Commons, boasts of a wide collection of books, journals, electronic databases, and other references. DLSU also has an auditorium that can host 1,000 people and serve as a venue for major cultural activities and international events.


OUR BID,OUR DREAM.

PART ONE

OUR VISION As the largest and most remarkable forum of exchange between young leaders in Asia and the world, we envision the 2015 Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations Asia Conference, to become the premier venue for youth engagement, cooperation and empowerment for social change and to inspire future leaders to be at the forefront of initiating positive changes and actions on Asia’ most pressing issues.

OUR THRUST For ages, Asia’s diversity has brought the region several advantages and hindrances, which were further highlighted by the ever-progressing phenomenon of globalization. Despite its differences, Asia today continues to establish an identity for itself and strengthen such by redefining the image of its great potential. Building on Asia’s dramatic transformation, efforts to further strengthen mutual cooperation among regional blocs remain crucial to sustaining its momentum. By bringing into play initiatives such as the ASEAN Economic Integration and the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) program, we move toward the realization of the vision of economic development among today’s world’s most aggressive economies. In this fashion, we intend to focus the conference on formulating ideas that will take advantage of this paradigm to continue furthering the advancement of states, not only for ASEAN, but for Asia as a whole. With the integration moving for the region, we attempt to assess Asia’s self-sufficiency, which poses the bigger challenge of reflecting development and inclusive growth. We also evaluate whether this program will bring about real cooperation or mere competition among countries. Likewise, we also want the conference to explore the maintenance of peace and stability in the face of rising geopolitical tensions. We believe that HPAIR needs to see how Asia will move forward as these programs come into fruition. Through the conference, we hope to inspire the delegates to take their own positive immediate actions to help their communities in achieving and sustaining progress.

EVENTS PART TWO : CHAPTER 1

DAY ONE: Tours, Opening Ceremony

Set foot on Filipino soil and feel the warmth of our country. Capturing miles and unmatched hospitality awaits everyone’s arrival. The first day shall be graced with accommodation check-ins and registration to be followed by multiple tours that desires to acquaint everyone with the beautiful corners of a very vibrant and bustling city. From an inspiring colonial heritage to fine art, Manila will be genuinely enchanting just like its world-renowned sunset. The day shall be ended with the official opening of the HPAIR 2015 Conference in Metro Manila: the first time it shall be held in the country for the 21st century. The Opening Ceremony will be held in one of Manila’s most luxurious and historical ballrooms, designed and organized to host and welcome the world’s greatest minds. This is where we take off as His Excellency Benigno S. Aquino, the President of the Republic of the Philippines and the Asian Development Bank president Takehiko Nakao will deliver the most inspirational messages to everyone and lastly, everyone will be finally greeted with fine drinks for the reception, simply welcoming us all to share and savor this wonderful moment in the Capital of the Philippines, Metro Manila.

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DAY TWO: Conference Day, Special Dinner

The second day will be one of the most intensive, as great discussions and new bonds will strengthen. For almost an entire day the conference will be filled with academic and issue discussions. Beginning with a plenary that shall be graced by some of Manila and the Region’s top business executives to some of the most outstanding academics discussing multiple views on several issues affecting society. This day reflects the truest intentions of these conferences—bringing everyone together.

The day shall also feature a full lunch buffet with exquisite world cuisine and overflowing coffee, tea, various drinks and pastries. After the very busy round of discussions we shall end the second day with a Special Dinner to be hosted by one of the leading communications firm in the country, Globe Telecommunications, Inc. The dinner shall be held in their very exciting headquarters at the rising lifestyle hub of Metro Manila—Bonifacio Global City (BGC).

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DAY THREE: University Day& International Night

To further create an atmosphere conducive to learning, University Day is set at the prestigious De La Salle University-Manila along Taft Avenue. For over a century, DLSU has continuously led the pursuit of education in the country. As the leading private university, it continues to push the envelope of research and learning through the creation of top quality facilities, recruitment of experienced and talented faculty members, and collaboration with partner institutions. Upon arrival, delegates will be given an interactive tour of the campus by knowledgeable staff and volunteers. They will experience the timeless charm of the historical St. La Salle Building (touted as one of the 1001 buildings you must see before you die) all the way to the modern marvel, the Henry Sy Sr. Hall. From there, they will be in delighted to a cultural junction of different performances by the DLSU Chorale, Lasallian Dance Company and Harlequin Theatre Guild. During the seminars and plenary sessions, they will be divided into the different function areas situated around the campus. At the same time, delegates will have the opportunity to connect with top management from different companies through the exclusive Career Fair. Finally, in the evening, delegates will bear witness to the dazzling presentations of different countries in the electrifying International Night.


DAY FOUR: Tours, Manila Night

The fourth day will help deepen everyone’s insights to the development of the country, as their experiences will serve as a manifestation of the issues being discussed in the conference venues continuing the discussions outside of the lecture halls. The day shall be started with a plenary on development discussing world issues such as the attainment of the Millennium Development Goals of developing countries by 2015 followed once again by an amazing buffet lunch. In the afternoon, every panel will be visiting different locations in the Metro; some might see the seat of the Philippine executive while others will be going to locations that feature projects related to their panel interest such as GK Enchanted Farm, a successful image of innovative social entrepreneurship.

After these tours, we will all be witnessing the Manila Night, a cultural dinner that aims to highlight the culture of the country organized through what we call a Rigodon de Honneur. The Rigodon de Honneur is a Philippine traditional diplomatic ball, usually held in the evening of Philippine Independence Day welcoming all foreign dignitaries appointed to the Philippines. The Manila Night shall be formally opened by a dance and the night shall be filled with various element of the Filipino culture such as food and other performances

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DAY FIVE: Closing Dinner, Club Night

To culminate the entirety of the conference, the fifth and last day will feature numerous events designed to summarize experiences and bring delegates together. The closing ceremony will be a formal gala dinner that will take place in the Grand Ballroom of one of Manila’s finest hotels. It will feature a keynote speech by Ambassador Philip Goldberg, US Ambassador to the Philippines. The gala will also showcase different talents offering delegates a spectacle they won’t forget. Following this, delegates will be treated to one of Manila’s hottest clubs, Universe, located in the Resorts World Manila. Delegates will dance the night away and let their imaginations run wild as they experience the electrifying nightlife that is uniquely Filipino.

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VENUES PART TWO : CHAPTER 2

A COMPLETE PACKAGE When we were putting together the next iteration of our bid to host the conference, our utmost concern was to provide the delegates a space to craft great ideas, give them a taste of the roles they will assume as future leaders after HPAIR, and showcase the Philippines in a way that will resonate with them once they depart for their countries. We also wanted to provide a stress-free experience for everyone involved: the delegates, organizers, and everyone in between.

The three venue sets that we offer have been designed end-to-end to ensure a seamless conference experience, all while taking advantage of new infrastructure and upcoming project developments within Metro Manila, while offering the most premier venues within the country.

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OUR THOUGHT PROCESS From the beginning, we wanted to ensure that the selection of venues would be harmonious with each other, both thematically and physically. The venues had to be close to one another, either through sheer distance or through infrastructure development. As an example, through the use of an arterial flyover connecting Makati and BGC, the conference is allowed use of the latter’s facilities. On the other hand, the use of the City of Dreams complex in tandem with the conference at Solaire exhibits thematic linkage: both of them are exuberant and invigorating resort developments.

In addition to this, we wanted to offer the delegates an experience that is ultimately stress-free. and conducive to great ideas. With this, we tried to minimize travel as well. As an example, all accommodations have to match up to high standards that we ourselves have set. Furthermore, all the venues house both the residences of the delegates and the conference venues, so that delegates can hop on an elevator, grab breakfast, and go to the venues without worrying about being late. Should there be a need to travel, the conference offers a rotating bus service to and from the venues, as highlighted in the subsequent pages.

FInally, when selecting venues, we decided to select those which epitomized Manila in one way or another. We wanted the delegates to have a uniquely Filipino experience, and still experience the best when it comes to service and amenities. All this is done to ensure an unforgettable 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference, in all the good ways.

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At the crossroads of the Philippines, this set of venues aim to bring the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference to the country’s premier center of business. With the preeminent Makati Shangri-La Manila as the centerpiece of this logistical plan, we offer an unparalleled HPAIR experience on the level of events like the World Economic Forum on East Asia and other prestigious events here in Manila.

MANILA’S FINEST VENUESVENUE SET A - OUR CHOICE VENUE SET B

This selection of venues, featuring the elegant Solare Resorts Manila is a treat for the HPAIR delegate. Recently expanded, this first project in the PAGCOR Entertainment City development offers an integrated experience like no other. Shop, dine, and relax in this unique development located at the new entertainment center of Metro Manila and the Philippines.

OVERVIEW OF VENUE SELECTIONS

Designed with both relaxation and deep thinking in mind, these set of venues offer both exposure and a retreat from Manila. With a luxuriant set of amenities intended for winding down and engaging one’s faculties, this set of venues, headlined by the Solaire Philippine Plaza Manila, offers a refreshing experience for the delegates.

RADIANT AND INTENSE

A SERENE RETREAT IN THE CITYVENUE SET C

VENUE SET A

MAP OF VENUESVENUE SET A

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8:00 AM

Check-in and Billeting MAKATI SHANGRI-LA

LOBBY

Bus Boarding9:00 AM

Business Plenary RIZAL BALLROOM Makati Shangri-La

Campus Tour (9:00AM-10:00AM) Academic Plenary

RIZAL BALLROOMMakati Shangri-La

Morning Sessions RIZAL BALLROOMMakati Shangri-La

10:00 AM Welcoming Ceremony YUCHEGCO AUDITORIUM

De La Salle University11:00 AMLunch

MAKATI SHANGRI-LALunch

MAKATI SHANGRI-LA

Lunch MAKATI SHANGRI-LALunch

(11:30AM-1:00PM)12:00 PM

Panel 3 BALLROOMS

Makati Shangri-La

01:00 PMPanel 1

BALLROOMSMakati Shangri-La

Panel 2 CONFERENCE ROOMSDe La Salle University Bus Boarding and

Conference Tours VARIOUS DESTINATIONS

02:00 PMCoffee Break

03:00 PM Coffee Break Coffee Break Seminar 1 BALLROOMSSeminar 1

BALLROOMSSeminar 2

CONFERENCE ROOMS04:00 PM Coffee Break

Coffee Break Sponsors’ Exhib-

it / Preparation Time (4:30PM-5:30PM)

Case Study Workshop 1 BALLROOMS

Makati Shangri-La05:00 PM


Makati Shangri-La

Dinner HENRY SY SR. HALL06:00 PMInternational Night

Booth Displays CENTRAL PLAZA

07:00 PMOpening Ceremony RIZAL BALLROOM Makati Shangri-La

Bus Boarding Bus Boarding08:00 PM

Special Dinner GLOBE TOWER

Bonifacio Global City

Internation-al Night Program

YUCHENGCO AUDITORIUM

Gala Dinner MARIOTT HOTEL

Newport City09:00 PM Reception RIZAL BALLROOM Makati Shangri-La10:00 PM

Closing Party UNIVERSE

Newport City

11:00 PM

12:00 AM

SCHEDULE OF LOGISTICS

VENUE SET A

GRAND CONFERENCE HOTELVENUE SET A

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ABOUT THE SHANG

The Makati Shangri-la is nestled at the heart of Makati’s business, entertainment and shopping sectors. It has become a symbol of the city’s pride and importance in Philippine society.

The Makati Shangri-la is a testament to the insurmountable potential Filipinos have in both the cultural and economic aspect. A 5 star hotel well experienced in handling major international events, an example would be the World Economic Forum 2014 showcased how viable and prestigious Makati Shangri-La is. Makati Shangri-la is not only a short distance away from top shopping malls in the country as well other recreational venues like museums and theatres but it also a hub for the young thinkers of the Philippines.

Home to innumerable world class functions and top local activities and conventions, the Makati Shangri-la celebrates the joyous and wonderful Filipino spirit and culture of coming together. Guests do not have to fare far to discover morsels as the Makati Shangri-La conveniently serves the best cuisine from all across continents: Makati Shangri-la’s famous international buffet “Circles Events Café”, an authentic Japanese restaurant that serves the best seafood “Inagiku” and a taste of modern Cantonese cuisine “Shang Palace”. Coupled with a world class hotel management and luxurious rooms, Makati Shangri-La really is the place where the world takes stage and where the crème de la crème of Filipino culture and society come together.

THE HEART OF HOSPITALITY

At the very center of Makati’s most prestigious business, shopping, and entertainment district, sits the Makati Shangri-La, Manila hotel. Combining convenience, extravagance, and leisure, the hotel makes for a modish metropolitan retreat for both corporate and leisure travellers staying in the prime central constituency of the Philippines. The hotel maintains 696 of the city’s most magnificent guestrooms and suites, and with its

experienced staff, catering to the need of the guests are always possible. Facilities and services include, a hospitality lounge, a spa and salon, a wellness center, outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, prominent bars and restaurants, a business center, and conference facilities.

This five-star luxury hotel is located just 20 minutes away from both domestic and international airports, and within

BACKGROUND: Delegates from the 23rd World Economic Forum on East Asia, held at the Makati Shangri-La Hotel last 21-23 May, 2014

walking distance from some of the most popular urban whereabouts and prominent business centers. This includes the Philippine Stock Exchange, the Ayala and Yuchengco Museums, the Ayala Triangle Gardens, multinational companies and banks, and popular shopping malls like Glorietta, Greenbelt, and the SM Department Store.

Boasting the largest ballroom in the

city, and additional function rooms that could suit events for up to 60 to 250 people, Makati Shangri-La is an ideal venue for seminars, banquets, and corporate events. The hotel has hosted many several events through the years including this year’s World Economic Forum (WEF). Thus, with its prime location, and extensive facilities, Makati Shangri-La would certainly be the most idyllic location for the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference.


BEST-IN-CLASS LODGINGBACKGROUND: The Superior Room at the Makati Shangri-La, Manila, pictured with a queen-size bed. For the delegates, twin beds will be offered.

The Makati Shangri-La is offering top-not accommodations for HPAIR’s delegates. The Superior Room offers high threadcount linens, spacious beds, complimentary access to Wi-Fi, room-entertainment, office equipment, refreshments, and more. On the other hand, Deluxe Rooms offer additional space, with the same Shangri-La amenities across the globe.

Delegates will also have access to hotel amenities like the business center, pool, spa, and the huge array of restaurants inside the Shang.

With this, we believe that the delegates and organizers will be treated to the best that the Philippines has to offer, with the Shang as its partner venue.


THE PREMIER CONFERENCE VENUE The Makati Shangri-La has an experienced complement of staff trained to exacting precision yet still eliciting that trademark warmth that is unique to the Philippines. With a large quantity of first-hand experience with large-scale conferences and the its requirments like handling logistics and dignitaries, the Shang is uniquely poised to handle HPAIR 2015’s requirements.

In addition to this, opulent, state-of-the-art conference rooms round out the package that the Shang has to offer. Detailed hand-carved wood panels, airy and elegant chandeliers, and top-notch audiovisual systems, lighting, and other relevant equipment mirror the attention to detail that the Shang pays to ensure nothing but the most comfortable and engaging experience for the events that occur within its halls.

This has been proven in engagements like the World Economic Forum on East Asia, held here at the Makati Shangri-La, the latest among many high-profile events in the country.


FLOOR PLANSMakati Shangri-La, Manila


FLOOR PLANSMakati Shangri-La, Manila


VENUE CAPACITYMakati Shangri-La, Manila


THE FAIRMONT - RAFFLES MANILAMANILA NIGHT DINNER VENUE -SET A

Establising a reputation for legendary service since 1887, the Raffles Hotel first established in Singrapore and later on brought to the Philippines celebrating its 125th anniversary. In year 2012, it ends on a high note with its opening, Makati City’s first luxury hotel opening in 18 years. The Fairmont-Raffles offers you the warmest welcome, the richest experiences and the fondest of memories. And today the legend continues all around the world. Located at 1 Raffles Drive, Makati

Avenue, Makati, 1224. Unrivalled charm, endlessly enchanting with understated elegance, refined and contemporary luxury. define the Fairmont-Raffles Manila

A legendary oasis of calm and class nestled in the most prestigious address of Makati Avenue, in the financial and cultural hub of the Makati district. It is just few minutes away from tourist destinations such as the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Rizal Park and others are nearby.

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THE GLOBE TOWERSPECIAL DINNER VENUE -SET A

The Globe Tower is the corporate headquarters of the Philippines’ premier telecommunications provider. Located at the corner of 32nd and 7th Avenue at Bonifacio Global City, The high-tech building offers state-of-the-art facilities to tend to Globe’s various needs as a leading technology corporation.

The building also has a dedicated floor called “The Forum” for large group

gatherings, meetings or simply chatting with guests. The tower’s ground floor showcases the main lobby and an elegant glass staircase leading to The Loft where the Globe Store and Showroom is located.

The construction of the building was also aligned with the Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) standards, a green building rating system from the United States Green Building Council.

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The SMX Convention Center Aura, located at Bonifacio Global City, is a premier events space that caters to Bonifacio Global City. Located with the premier SM Aura development, SMX Taguig offers a new, top-of-the-line development for world-class events

Three fully-carpeted function rooms on the First Floor of SMX Taguig (which is located on the third floor of SM Aura) offer a more plush and luxurious environment for events. These rooms can see anywhere

from 550 to 2,250 guests at any given time, which makes it ideal for corporate affairs, product launches and even large-scale social events. Its colourful LED lights, definitely add a touch of class and prestige to any function. The Function Rooms are equipped with telephone lines, 100% back-up emergency power, and automated fire alarm system. Each Function Room has a dedicated kitchen and storage area for the food and beverage requirement of events.

SMX CONVENTION CENTER AURASPECIAL DINNER VENUE - SET A

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THE MARIOTT HOTEL MANILACLOSING GALA DINNER VENUE -SET A

An inviting beacon set in the world-class casino entertainment complex of Resorts World Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila is the place to work and play. Ideally located in Newport City across NAIA Terminal 3, it is a convenient 15-minute drive from Makati Business District and Bonifacio Global City.

With a Grand Ballroom and several meeting rooms, Marriott Hotel Manila is also the ultimate destination for meetings

and events, from weddings to gala dinner celebrations.

The Gala Dinner, the black tie event of the conference will be hosted at the Marriott Hotel located at the Resorts World Manila Entertainment Complex. With sophisticated LED lighting and sound equipment, the ballroom is more than ready to provide the delegates with a memorable closing night experience

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UNIVERSECLUB NIGHT VENUE - SET A

Universe Gastrolounge, the newest club at Resorts World Manila, is the venue for the Entertainment Night of the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference. The pub-type restaurant offers not only a full menu of dinner dishes and a gamut of creative concoctions in its cocktail list, but also a unique and lively atmosphere as one of the trendiest new bars in town.

Yet another installment from the

same group behind the trendiest clubs in town, Universe Nightclub on the other hand features the latest in electronic dance music and the hottest and newest DJs in the metro. A complete night spot for the younger generation of partygoers, Universe Gastrolounge and Nightclub, located at the second floor of the Newport Mall promises to be two big additions to the already world-class venues within Resorts World Manila

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VENUE SET B

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MAP OF VENUESVENUE SET B

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8:00 AM

Check-in and Billeting SOLAIRELOBBY

Bus Boarding9:00 AM

Business Plenary GRAND BALLROOM

Solaire


GRAND BALLROOM Solaire

Morning Sessions GRAND BALLROOM

Solaire10:00 AM Welcoming Ceremony

YUCHEGCO AUDITORIUMDe La Salle University11:00 AM

Lunch SOLAIRE

Lunch SOLAIRE

Lunch SOLAIRELunch

(11:30AM-1:00PM)12:00 PM

Panel 3 BALLROOMS

Solaire

01:00 PMPanel 1

BALLROOMSSolaire





BALLROOMSSeminar 2





Solaire05:00 PM


Solaire



07:00 PMOpening Ceremony GRAND BALLROOM

Solaire


Special Dinner MARRIOTT HOTEL

Newport City

Internation-al Night Program


Gala Dinner CITY OF DREAMS MANILA09:00 PM Reception

GRAND BALLROOM Solaire10:00 PM

Closing Party UNIVERSE

City of Dreams Manila

11:00 PM

12:00 AM


VENUE SET A

GRAND CONFERENCE HOTELVENUE SET B

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ABOUT SOLAIRE

Solaire is the first to open in the highly anticipated Entertainment City project along the Philippine’s famed Manila Bay.

The first phase includes approximately 500 luxuriously appointed rooms, suites and bayside villas as well as resort-style pool facilities, bars and entertainment lounges. In addition, there is a state-of-the-art ballroom and meeting space, and a fully equipped spa and fitness center.

The resort also features a world-class dining experience at our signature, casual and quick serve restaurants. The new dining avenues are headed by world-renowned chefs and showcase a comprehensive selection of authentic local and international flavors to cater to even the most discerning palate.

The exciting Solaire lifestyle is further enhanced by state-of-the-art amenities that include true resort-style pool facilities, pulsating bars and entertainment lounges, one of Manila’s largest ballrooms, and an indulgent spa and fitness center among others.

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INVITING AND WELCOMING

Solaire Resort and Casino’s magnificent location with picturesque ambiance of Manila Bay’s spectacular sunset is an ideal venue for weddings, convention, seminars, corporate meetings, banquets and other events. Its sunrise symbol, representing the start of the day might as well symbolize the start of the HPAIR Asia Conference 2015. As a new

chapter of life will open for those who will attend the conference, Solaire offers a warmth solace to everyone.

Strategically situated at 1 Asean Avenue Entertainment City Paranaque City 1701, Manila, Philippines to produce convenience and yet infuse it with a warmth like the Philippine sun. Near the national

BACKGROUND: One of the many elegant chandeliers decorating Solaire’s interiors

heritage parks and monuments, its location is best for those who would want to visit and tour the place within the vicinity before leaving the Pearl of the Orient.

Amenities also distinguish Solaire from all other developments in Manila. The resort’s Entertainment Lounge, named ’Eclipse’, with a capacity of 200 guests

will showcase live music performances throughout the day. The spa facility will be offering unique wellness treatments designed to relax and rejuvenate all who wish to indulge. The Grand Ballroom will be elegantly designed to accommodate 1,000 guests for an amazing dinner experience. Truly, Solaire offers a complete package without equal.

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THE BEST UNDER THE SUNBACKGROUND: The Deluxe Room at the Solaire Resorts Manila, pictured with a queen-size bed. For the delegates, twin beds will be offered.

Unwind in our spacious sunlit rooms with ceiling to floor windows offering either a view of Manila Bay, cityscape or terrace garden.

The 43 to 57 square meter rooms feature an indulgent king size bed or two (2) double beds with linens that provide the utmost comfort and warmth. These rooms boast a spacious Executive desk, Wi-Fi internet access, a cordless telephone system, Bose iPod docking station, an in-room safe that

fits a laptop and an in-room coffee and tea making facility.

Relaxing is made easy with a 46”LCD satellite television and a large luxurious bath tub and separate rain shower which you can indulge in in our signature scents and soft bathrobes. In addition to this, the facilities of Solaire remain available for its guests throughout their stay.

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ELEGANT FACILITIES

The classy and elegant Grand Ballroom at Solaire offers an experience like no other. WIth a theme modeled after other high-end resort developments in areas like Las Vegas and Macau, Solaire offers an experience that is elaborate yet nuanced and inspiring.

In addition to this, the upcoming Phase 1A expansion of Solaire, coming later this year, will feature The Forum at Solaire, an additional venue for discussion intended for world-class discussion at an relaxing idyll here in Manila.

With these two venues, Solaire is slated to offer an experience like no other development of its kind. Coupled with the talented speakers and the best delegates, Solaire is poised to serve as a muse of innovation for HPAIR 2015.

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FLOOR PLANSolare Resorts

NOTE: This floor plan does not reflect The Forum at Solaire, which will serve as additional venues. The Forum is slated to open with Solaire’s Phase 1A sometime

later this year.

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VENUE CAPACITYSolare Resorts

NOTE: This floor plan does not reflect The Forum at Solaire, which will serve as additional venues. The Forum is slated to open with Solaire’s Phase 1A sometime

later this year.

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The SMX Convention Center is a 46,647-square meter facility ideal for international exhibitions, large-scale trade events, industry conventions, and corporate and social functions. As one of the Philippines’ flagship establishments for the meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) industry, the SMX Convention Center provides an impressive showcase of the country’s best in terms of its excellent location, extraordinary facilities, exceptional service, among others.

As the Philippines’ largest private meeting facility, event organizers and decision makers have the option to choose from four multi- purpose halls, five luxurious function rooms, and fourteen plush meeting rooms. Glass- paneled windows that allow natural light into the lobby, an airconditioning system that has no ozone depletion potential, motor-sensored escalators and bathroom facilities, and a water system that allows its re-use are just some of the facilities that SMX has to offer, inspired by green architecture. Truly, SMX is a one-of-a-kind venue for any and every event.

SMX CONVENTION CENTER - MOASPECIAL DINNER VENUE - SET B

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CITY OF DREAMS - MANILACLOSING GALA DINNER VENUE -SET B

Located at the gateway of Entertainment City, within the Manila Bay area, City of Dreams Manila has a sound strategic mix of hotel brands – from celebrity-inspired lifestyle for trendsetting leisure and business travelers, a luxurious casino hotel experience for VIP’s, to unparalleled services and facilities for MICE and premium business guests. It will have six hotel towers, including an approximately 260-room Crown Towers hotel and the 321-room trendsetting Nobu Hotel Manila, as well as numerous specialty restaurants and bars,

gaming facilities and a multi-level car park.

City of Dreams Manila will also feature three distinctive entertainment venues, including Manila’s first branded Family Entertainment Center, a live performance central lounge inside the casino and a night club situated at the Fortune Egg, an architecturally-unique dome-like structure, which will be accented with creative exterior lighting design. It is expected to become an iconic landmark of the Manila Bay area.

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CHAOSCLUB NIGHT VENUE -SET B

Chaos is a famous high-end upscale club by Michael van Cleef Ault, who is one of the international kings of nightlife and the inventor of bottle service. His group runs some of the most famous club brands in the world such as Spy Bar, Merc, Pangaea, and of course, Chaos.

The famed Chaos Pangaea club brand has been successful for many years with popular clubs and lounges in New

York, Singapore, Hollywood, India, London, Marbella and is now ready to take over Manila. This club will definitely set new standards in the Manila nightlife scene.

The HCOC is thrilled to bring this popular brand to the HPAIR 2015 experience, and make the final day of the conference a memorable experience for all involved.

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VENUE SET C

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MAP OF VENUESVENUE SET C

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8:00 AM

Check-in and Billeting SOFITEL PHILIPPINE

PLAZA LOBBY

Bus Boarding9:00 AM

Business Plenary GRAND BALLROOM

Sofitel


GRAND BALLROOM Sofitel

Morning Sessions GRAND BALLROOM

Sofitel10:00 AM Welcoming Ceremony

YUCHEGCO AUDITORIUMDe La Salle University11:00 AM

Lunch SOFITEL

Lunch SOFITEL

Lunch SOFITELLunch

(11:30AM-1:00PM)12:00 PM

Panel 3 BALLROOMS

Sofitel

01:00 PMPanel 1

BALLROOMSSofitel





BALLROOMSSeminar 2





Sofitel05:00 PM


Sofitel



07:00 PMOpening Ceremony GRAND BALLROOM

Sofitel


Special Dinner MANILA HOTEL

Manila

International Night Program


Gala Dinner MARRIOTT/COD MANILA

See below09:00 PM Reception GRAND BALLROOM

Sofitel10:00 PM

Closing Party UNIVERSE/PANGAEA

See below

11:00 PM

12:00 AM


VENUE SET C

GRAND CONFERENCE HOTELVENUE SET C

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ABOUT SOFITEL PHILIPPINE PLAZA

The Sofitel Philippine Plaza is a historic & iconic hotel that has housed royalty, various heads of states, and both local and global celebrity icons.

A 5-star hotel, guests will be able to relish in tropical sophistication as it boasts spectacular views of the Manila Bay and diverse landscapes. The hotel maintains 609 luxury guestrooms and suites, with amenities that include, landscaped gardens, a lagoon style pool, a spa and salon, a wellness center, a miniature golf course, renowned restaurants and bars, and extensive conference facilities thus, making it an opulent sanctuary for both business and leisure travellers. As a matter of fact, with its newly renovated ballroom and facilities, the hotel will serve as the accommodation for hundreds of foreign delegates and journalists attending the 2015 APEC Ministerial and Leadership Meetings. Sofitel Manila is correspondingly adjacent to many notable sites such as the Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Manila Cathedral, the historic walled city Intramuros, and the renowned Mall of Asia. Additionally, the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) is short meters away from the hotel. This state-of-the-art facility has been the host of many social events, fairs, and local & international conventions. Likewise, the host of next year’s summit, De La Salle University – Manila, is also of close proximity which is advantageous as well.

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A TRANQUIL RETREAT

Sofitel has been designed as a tranquil residence isolated from the hustle and bustle of Manila and its engines of progress. Opened in 1976, it is a structural masterpiece created by National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsin, while the hotel’s grounds, resort pool and gardens were designed by Ildefonso P. Santos, another National Artist. Boasting of spectacular views of the Manila Bay and lush landscapes and greenery, the exquisite

tropical setting within the city is unrivalled. Minimalist interiors, breathtaking views and traditional touches of local décor using capiz shells and coconut inlay make the muted elegance and luxurious detail of the famous hotel by the bay a sight to behold.

Sofitel Philippine Plaza sits adjacent to the historic Cultural Center of the Philippines, with both domestic and international airports only 15 minutes away.

BACKGROUND: Delegates from De La Salle Worlds celebrating the New Year at the Sofitel’s pool area. Photo courtesy of De La Salle Worlds.

The ancient Spanish walled city Intramuros, the Manila Cathedral, the renowned Mall of Asia, as well as The Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) are only a short distance from the hotel. Sofitel is approximately half an hour away from Makati City, Manila’s central business district, where the finest shopping, dining and entertainment options abound

Luxuriate in tropical elegance with

spectacular Manila Bay sunsets, lavish surrounds and an exquisite French touch at Sofitel Philippine Plaza. Sofitel welcomes you to celebrate the art de vivre. Stroll through landscaped gardens as you explore extensive leisure facilities. Swim the day away in a luxuriant lagoon-style pool. Refresh beneath its cascading waterfalls. Retreat to the spa for soothing massage or state- of-the-art skin therapy. Sofitel offers all of these options, and more.

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A RELAXING ENCLAVEBACKGROUND: The Deluxe Room from the Sofitel Philippine Plaza, presented with twin beds. This will be the setup for the delegates.

Experience the elegant simplicity and tranquil bay and city views of Sofitel Philippine Plaza’s Superior Rooms, designed by the renowned HOK of Hong Kong. Measuring 42 square meters, the room’s contemporary interiors are made warm by fine touches of Filipino flavor, such as exquisite capiz shells, coconut inlay, and dark wood. Up to the moment amenities and private balconies overlooking both

natural environments and cityscapes ensure a most relaxing stay, whether for business or for leisure.

The Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila welcomes guests to make the most of their stay in a vibrant and relaxing settingjust half an hour from the business and entertainment district of Makati City and only 15 minutes from Manila’s airports.

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A SPACE FOR DEEP THOUGHT

The Sofitel Hotel Philippine Plaza is one It opened its doors in 1976, an architectural masterpiece showcasing the best of Brutalist architecture designed by the Philippine National Artist Leandro Locsin, also the designer of wonders like the PICC Complex, the Cultural Center of the Philippines and Istana Nurul Iman; the largest and most lavish royal palace in the world. From this, it becomes obvious that Sofitel, as the Philippines’ premier tropical resort hotel, was intended not only to foster relaxation, but bright ideas as well.

The hotel amenities are breathtaking. It offers an excellent view of the surrounding Manila Bay as it is also Metro Manila’s only fully integrated inland resort and hotel. The relaxing lagoon inspired swimmng pool is an experience that keeps guests coming back for more. The Hotel has also been a host to the world’s largest gatherings of dignitaries such as the ADB Annua Meeting of the Board of Governors. Thus the Sofitel Hotel Philippine Plaza is highly experienced to make the next HPAIR Asia Conference highly successful through their trademark art de recevoir coupled with the world- famous Philippine hospitality. With Sofitel, the HCOC is able to offer a relaxing and stress-free experience for delegates and organizers alike.

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FLOOR PLANSSofitel Philippine Plaza

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VENUE CAPACITYSofitel Philippine Plaza

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Defined by its history, elegance, and world-class service, the Manila Hotel maintains to be the choice hotel of the most distinguished clientele. Over the years, Manila Hotel continuously provides the best services and amenities for a truly memorable experience.

All of Manila Hotel’s rooms are fully refurbished and renovated and are fully equipped with the most modern facilities and amenities. The new guest rooms

exude elegance and sophistication while showcasing the beauty of authentic Philippine interior design.

In addition to this, Manila Hotel’s historic ballrooms channel old world Manila’s spirit in its elegant architecture dating back from the American occupationa and revamped by Leandro Locsin. The Manila Hotel offers a truly unique Filipino touch to any event, and the HCOC is pleased to offer it as a possible venue.

MANILA HOTELMANILA NIGHT VENUE - SET C

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ACCOMMODATIONS

HOTEL COMPARISON

RATING (TRIPADVISOR) 4.5/5.0 Overall (Traveller’s Choice)INTERNET Available, free of chargeOUTDOORS Outdoor Pool, Ground, TerraceACTIVITIES Tennis Court, Sauna, Fitness Center,

Spa, Massage, Hot Tub, ShoppingFOOD & DRINK Restaurant, Bar, Room Service, BuffetPARKING Free, no reservations requiredSERVICES Room Service, Airport Shuttle, Car

Rental, 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Ex-change, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Clean-ing, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Suit Press, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beauty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop

OTHER Newspapers, Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smoking Rooms, Elevator, Des-ignated Smoking Area

LANGUAGES SPOKEN Filipino, EnglishRATE/FIVE NIGHTS $380.00 (Subject to change and

availability)

Makati Shangri-La, Manila is located at the center of Manila’s most prestigious business, shopping and entertainment district. Just 20 minutes away from the international airport, this award-winning hotel offers exquisite comfort and world class luxury. From its spacious and beautifully appointed rooms to its lavish restaurants and exciting bars, its high-speed internet access to its full-service Spa and Fitness Center, Makati Shangri-La lives up to its reputation as Manila’s leading hotel.

SOLAIRE RESORTSMANILA

MAKATI SHANGRI-LA MANILAAYALA AVE. COR. MAKATI AVE. 1200, MANILA, PHILIPPINES

RATING (TRIPADVISOR) 4.0/5.0 Overall (Traveller’s Choice)INTERNET Available, free of chargeOUTDOORS Outdoor Pool, BBQ, GroundsACTIVITIES Tennis Court, Pool Table, Mini

Golf, Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Library,

FOOD & DRINK Restaurant, Bar, Room ServicePARKING Charged, No reservations requiredSERVICES Room Service, Airport Shuttle,

Car Rental, 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Laun-dry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Suit Press, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Cen-ter, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beau-ty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop

OTHER Newspapers, Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smoking Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area

LANGUAGES SPOKEN Filipino, Korean, EnglishRATE/FIVE NIGHTS $350.00 (Subject to change and

availability)

RATING (TRIPADVISOR) 4.0/5.0 Overall (Traveller’s Choice)INTERNET Available, free of chargeOUTDOORS Outdoor Pool, GroundsACTIVITIES Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Mas-

sage, Hot Tub, ShoppingFOOD & DRINK Restaurant, Bar, Room ServicePARKING Free, no reservations requiredSERVICES Room Service, Airport Shuttle,

Car Rental, 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Laun-dry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Suit Press, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Cen-ter, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beau-ty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop

OTHER Newspapers, Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smoking Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area

LANGUAGES SPOKEN Filipino, EnglishRATE/FIVE NIGHTS $395.00 (Subject to change and

availability)

Solaire is the Philippine’s premier integrated destination casino resort. Solaire is the first to open in the highly anticipated Entertainment City project The first phase includes approximately 500 luxuriously appointed suites In addition, there is a state-of-the-art ballroom and meeting space, and a fully equipped spa and fitness center. The new dining avenues are headed by world-renowned chefs and showcase a selection of authentic flavors to cater to even the most discerning palate.

Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Hotel is a unique 5 star luxury hotel in Manila with a resort setting close to Mall of Asia, Manila Ocean Park, Intramuros, US Embassy, PICC and major tourist spots in the Philippines. Sofitel 5-star accommodation includes 609 rooms and suites boasting of balconies and spectacular views of world famous Manila Bay sunsets.

SOFITEL PHILIPPINEPLAZA MANILA

1 ASEAN AVENUE, PARANAQUE CITY, LUZON 1701, PHILIPPINES CCP COMPLEX, ROXAS BLVD, PASAY CITY 1330 PHILIPPINES

Jive with the Philippine’s culture and tradition. A landmark hotel with award-winning restaurants and celebrity-packed bars, the 332 guestrooms and suites ensure your every comfort. Being the longest operating international hotel chain in the Philippines, Intercontinental Manila became a witness to the grand festivities and culture of the traditional Manila. As one of the countries’ most distinguished hotel, InterContinental Manila continuously revitalizes that hotel experience in the capital, capturing the modern Filipino taste with its festive theme and prestige. Strategically located in the business district of the country, it is one of the most accessible with nearby chains of shopping malls, parks, and modern public transportation. A hotel that pleases, this is what InterContinental Manila is all about.

ACCOMODATION COST

SingleDouble

P 6800.00P 3400.00Price in Philippine Pesos

USD 151.11USD 75.56Price in USD†

USD 755.55USD 377.8Price for 5 nights†Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions

Wi-Fi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Internet

Outdoor Pool, Grounds, TerraceOutdoors

Golf Course (within 2 miles), Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Evening Entertainment

Activities

Restaurant, Bar, Restaurant With Dining Menu, Buffet-Style Restauran

Food and Drink

Room Service, Car Rental, Shuttle Service (surcharge), Airport Shuttle (surcharge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Concierge Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Busi-ness Center, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beauty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop, VIP Room Facilities

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facil-ities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area

General

Chinese, Filipino, French, EnglishLanguages Spoken

THE INTERCONTINENTALMANILA

World accommodation made better by Filipino hospitality. Highlighting the warmth of great hospitality, Holiday Inn Suites Makati is the newest inter-national hotel in the region’s business district. Being built on top of a rede-veloped Ayala Mall, the hotel boasts itself for offering a convenient stay in the metro. Being part of the British InterContinental Group that hosts over 100 million guest nights each year, Holiday Inn is a veteran in its field. The hotel preserves that its amenities are at par as they reach the expectations of its guests every time.

ACCOMMODATION COST

SingleDouble



USD 777.75USD 388.9Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions

Wi-Fi is available in all areas and is free of charge.Internet

Outdoor Pool, Grounds, TerraceOutdoors

Golf Course (within 2 miles), Sauna, Fitness Cen-ter, Spa, Massage, Evening Entertainment, Night-club/DJ, Kids’ Club

Activities

Bar, Breakfast in the Room, Restaurant With Din-ing Menu, Buffet-Style Restaurant

Food and Drink

Room Service, Car Rental, Shuttle Service (sur-charge), Airport Shuttle (surcharge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Ex-change, Tour Desk, Baggage Storage, Concierge Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beauty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop, VIP Room Facilities

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area

General

Filipino, EnglishLanguages Spo-ken

HOLIDAY INN SUITESMAKATI

Exquisite Philippine oriental prowess. New World Hotels all around Asia are known to go the extra mile to provide extraordinary services to travellers that come from different parts of the globe. Home of modern oriental hos-pitality, New World features 584 elegant guestrooms, which makes it one of the biggest in the city. The hotel’s central location makes it ideal for both leisure and business. It also houses one of the fieriest clubs in the country, Palladium. Until today, the hotel is known to uphold high industry standards as they provide convenience, comfort, and utmost privacy to their guests.

ACCOMMODATION COST

SingleDouble




FACILITIES

Room Inclusions


Internet

Outdoor Pool, GroundsOutdoors

Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Night-club/DJ, Evening Entertainment

Activities

Bar, Breakfast in the Room, Restaurant With Dining Menu, Buffet-Style Restaurant

Food and Drink

Room Service, Car Rental, Airport Shuttle (surcharge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Baggage Storage, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Dry Cleaning, Shoeshine, Business Center, Fax/Photocopy-ing

Services

Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities

General

Filipino, EnglishLanguages Spoken

NEW WORLD HOTELMANILA

Your urban playground. Fairmont Makati is an urban sanctuary with suites that offer unparalleled views of the Makati skyline. Each guest is given per-sonalized service and given access to complete and premium amenities, in-cluding its Fairmont Gold- its unique lifestyle hotel experience. Garnering 10 hotel awards and accolades since its opening in 2013, it continues to provide unrivaled charm and contemporary luxury. The exceptional stay and dining experience will never go unnoticed.

ACCOMMODATION COST

SingleDoubleTriple

P 9195.00P 4597.50P 4140.33Price in Philippine Pesos

USD 204.33USD 102.17USD 92Price in USD†

USD 1020USD 510.85USD 460Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions


Internet

Outdoor PoolOutdoors

Fitness Center, SpaActivities

Bar, Breakfast in the Room, Restaurant With Dining Menu, Buffet-Style Restaurant

Food and Drink

Room Service, 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Tour Desk, Ticket Service, Baggage Storage, Concierge Service, Laundry, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Busi-ness Center, Wake-up service

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Ele-vator, Air conditioning, Carpeted, Safe, Ironing facilities

General


THE FAIRMONTMAKATI

Affordable comfort at the heart of the pearl. Best Western International, is the world’s largest hotel chain, has 4,000 independently owned and operated hotels in more than 90 countries throughout the world. Embodying the values of affordability in luxury, Best Western Plus Antel Hotel offers one of the best comfort care in the buzzing business district. Built not to deprive guests with quality amenities, this hotel remains in the list of businessmen and vaca-tioners who is on a budget.

ACCOMMODATION COST

SingleDoubleTriple


USD 75.56USD 37.78USD 37.04Price in USD†

USD 377.8USD 188.9USD 185.2Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Breakfast, Safe, Air conditioning, Sitting area, Sofa, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet, Bathroom, Telephone, Satel-lite channels, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV, Minibar, Kitchenette, Microwave, Dining area

Room Inclusions

Wi-Fi is available in all areas and is free of charge.Internet

Outdoor PoolOutdoors

Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Playground

Activities

Restaurant, MinibarFood and Drink

Room Service, Car Rental, Shuttle Service (sur-charge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Concierge Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Pho-tocopying

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private), Air condi-tioning, Safe

General

Filipino, EnglishLanguages Spo-ken

BEST WESTERN PLUSANTEL HOTEL

The best-cultured stay: a promise to everyone that walks in the hotel lobby. Presenting Thai-styled hospitality in the heart of Metro Manila, Dusit Thani is unique in bringing the festivities of Bangkok close to the Filipinos’ heart. Each of its well-appointed guest room is touched with elements from the Thailand’s Chiang Mai province making one of the closely cultural knitted hotels in the city. Also well known for its world-dining splendor, Dusit Thani features six spe-cialty restaurants that serves Italian, Japanese, Thai, and American gourmet food that will sure to satisfy.

ACCOMMODATION COST

SingleDoubleTriple


USD 155.55USD 77.77USD 66.67Price in USD†

USD 466.65USD 388.85USD 333.35Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Breakfast Buffet at Basix All-Day Dining, 20% discount on IDD calls, local newspaper, Safe, Air conditioning, Desk, Shower, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, TV, Telephone, Minibar

Room Inclusions


Internet

Outdoor Pool, GroundsOutdoors

Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Indoor Pool, Game Room, Playground

Activities

Restaurant, MinibarFood and Drink

Room Service, Airport Shuttle, Car Rental, 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Tour Desk, Baggage Stor-age, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Busi-ness Center, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beauty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop, VIP Room Facilities

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area

General


DUSIT THANI

Truly Filipino. Quintessentially Peninsula.The combination of the most luxuri-ous life has to offer, Manila Peninsula enraptures the world as it gives only the very best in tradition, arts, lodging, service, and gastronomic pleasures. Part of the small luxury hotel chain, Peninsula Hotels, it is built around the passion to intertwine even the most complex society to the world. Known, even to the most elite, the Peninsula Experience is truly world-class on its own. The best tradition is always combined with the highest level of sophistication and inno-vation. Ensuring personalized and high standard service for all its guests, the Peninsula will never disappoint meeting one’s royal dream.

ACCOMODATION COST

SingleDoubleTriple


USD 190USD 109USD 82Price in USD†

USD 950USD 545USD 410Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 45 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Safe, Air conditioning, Desk, Sitting area, Carpet-ed, Interconnecting room(s) available, Shower, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathroom, Slippers, TV, Telephone, Radio, Cable channels, Flat-screen TV,Tea/Coffee maker, Mini-bar, Refrigerator, Electric kettle, Wake up service/Alarm clock

Room Inclusions

Wi-Fi and wired internet (for rooms) is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Internet

Outdoor Pool, Grounds, SundeckOutdoors

Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Nightclub/DJ

Activities

Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast in the Room, Restau-rant With Dining Menu, Buffet-Style Restaurant, Special Diet Meals (upon request), Minibar

Food and Drink

Room Service, Car Rental, 24-Hour Front Desk, Currency Exchange, Baggage Storage, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Shoeshine, Suit Press, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Hair/Beauty Salon, Souvenir/Gift Shop, Honeymoon Suite

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Shops (on site), Non-smok-ing Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area, Air conditioning, Carpeted, Safe, Interconnecting room(s) available

General

Filipino, French, Spanish, English, GermanLanguages Spoken

THE PENINSULA MANILA

HOTEL CELESTE600m away from Makati Shangri-La Hotel; 8 minute walk

ACCOMODATION COST

SingleDouble




FACILITIES

Cable channels, DVD player, telephone, TVRoom Inclusions

Free WiFi in all areasInternet

TerraceOutdoors

MassageActivities

Restaurant, Tea/Coffee maker, MinibarFood and Drink

Room service, Car Rental, Airport Shuttle (sur-charge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Currency Exchange, Baggage Stor-age, Concierge Service, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Business Center, Fax/Photo-copying, Honeymoon Suite

Services

Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, El-evator, All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private), Air Conditioning, Safe

General


OTHER HOTELSASIAN MANSION II

600m away from Makati Shangri-La Hotel; 8 minute walk

ACCOMODATION COST

SingleDouble

P 2900.00P 1450Price in Philippine Pesos

USD 70USD 35Price in USD†

USD 350USD 175Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 42 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions

No internet access availableInternet

Outdoor pool all yearOutdoors

MassageActivities

RestaurantFood and Drink

Airport shuttle (surcharge), 24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, ATM/cash machine on site, Ironing service, Meeting/banquet facilities

Services

Newspapers, Shops (on site), Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Air condi-tioning

General


OUR AWESOME HOSTEL2.0km away from Makati Shangri-La Hotel; 27 minute walk

ACCOMODATION COST

8-Bed Room

P 1000.00Price in Philippine Pesos per Person

USD 24Price in USD†

USD 120Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 42 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions

Free WiFi in public areas and in some hotel rooms

Internet

Garden, terraceOutdoors

Activities

Food and Drink

Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage

Services

Lift, Heating, Air conditioningGeneral


ORCHID GARDEN SUITES1.6km away from Sofitel; 20 minute walk

ACCOMODATION COST

SingleDoubleQuadruple


USD 70USD 35USD 27.00Price in USD†

USD 350USD 175USD 135Price for 5 nights †Prices are quoted Php 42 : USD 1

FACILITIES

Room Inclusions

Free WiFi in all areasInternet

Outdoor poolOutdoors

Massage, karaokeActivities

Restaurant, barFood and Drink

Room service, Car hire, Airport shut-tle (surcharge), 24-hour front desk, Currency exchange, Tour desk, Ticket service, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Business centre, Fax/photocopying, Bridal suite

Services

Newspapers, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Lift, Non-smoking throughout, Air condition-ing, Designated smoking area

General


TUNE HOTEL – ASEANA CITY1.7km away from Solaire; 21 minute walk

InternetFree WiFi in all areas

ParkingFree parking available

Services24-hour front desk, Luggage storage, Daily maid service

GeneralSafety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Lift, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Des-

ignated smoking area

Languages spoken

Filipino, English

MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM MANILA1.7km away from Solaire; 21 minute walk

OutdoorOutdoor pool

Food & Drink

Restaurant

InternetWiFi is available in hotel rooms and costs Php 100 / hr,

Wired internet is available in hotel rooms and costs Php 85 / hr


ServicesAirport Shuttle, Car Rental, Airport Shuttle (sur-charge), 24-Hour Front Desk, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Meeting/Banquet

Facilities, Fax/Photocopying

GeneralNewspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facili-ties for Disabled Guests, Air Conditioning, Desig-

nated Smoking Area, Safe

Languages Spoken

Filipino, English

THE MABUHAY MANOR2.8km away from Sofitel; 34 minute walk Amenities: (from booking.com)

OutdoorOutdoor pool

ActivitiesFitness centre, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Karaoke

Food & DrinkRestaurant (buffet)

InternetFree WiFi in all areas


ServicesRoom service, Car hire, Airport shuttle (surcharge), 24-hour front desk, Currency exchange, Tour desk, Luggage storage,

Concierge service, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Meeting/banquet facilities,

Business centre, Gift shop

GeneralNewspapers, Safety deposit box, Non-smok-ing rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift,

Designated smoking area

Languages Spo-ken

Filipino, English

CONFERENCEPROGRAMMING PART TWO : CHAPTER 3

THE BEST IN THE FIELD Even with a fantastic set of venues and a great set of pressing issues to serve as a springboard for discussion, the conference will ring hollow without a sounding board of experienced leaders, businessmen, academicians, and technical experts from whom the delegates can gain new insights and bounce new ideas off of. The speakers will mold the experience within HPAIR’s different panels and seminars, and catalyze the formation of new ideas.

The HCOC, in its commitment to provide nothing but the best HPAIR experience here in Manila, has done extensive research on speakers who can weave interesting discussions from their wealth of experience and technical knowledge to sow the seeds for Asia’s next great leap.

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OUR THOUGHT PROCESS In order to formulate the speaker suggestions presented in the following pages, the HCOC Conference Programming team had to take into account several considerations about the conference for it to pass the Harvard Organizing Committee’s muster. First and foremost, the speakers should be able to connect to the topic, either in experience or in technical knowledge. The HCOC checked heavily upon each speaker’s background in order to ascertain their fit for the panel.

Second, multiple perspectives must be considered. Even if the issues where the conference can be anchored on manifest primarily in the Philippines, an outside perspective is also encouraged to avoid groupthink and allow for more voices to be heard when it comes to the issue. With this, the HCOC had to work with a certain ratio of domestic and foreign speakers, to engender discussion within the panels and provide further perspective to the delegates.

Third, while most speakers are more than eager to commit to a venture like HPAIR, there are some unavoidable circumstances where speakers may prove unavailable. The HCOC has taken the step of researching additional speakers so that when combined with the prospective speakers of the HOC, there is a margin for unexpected circumstances. All in all, these measures are in place for a nuanced and enlightening conference.

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CEREMONY SPEAKERS

Takehiko Nakao is the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Chairperson of ADB’s Board of Directors. He was elected President by ADB’s Board of Governors and assumed office in April 2013. In a career spanning more than three decades, Mr. Nakao has gained extensive experience in international finance and development. He has held senior positions in the Ministry of Finance in Japan, which he joined in 1978, including Director-

General of the International Bureau, and G20 nations. He was assigned as Minister at the Embassy of Japan in Washington D.C., between 2005 and 2007, and from 1994 to 1997 served as economist and advisor at the International Monetary Fund. Born in 1956, Mr. Nakao holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Tokyo and a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley.

TAKEHIKO NAKAOPRESIDENT - Asian Development Bank

Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” Cojuangco Aquino III (born February 8, 1960) is the 15th President of the Republic of the Philippines. He is the only son of former President Corazon Aquino and former Senator Benigno Aquino, Jr. Aquino studied in Ateneo de Manila University from elementary to college, graduating in 1981 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. After college, he joined his family in Boston in exile.

Aquino is a leading member of the Liberal Party. He assumed his post as Vice Chairman of the Liberal Party on March 2006. He was previously Secretary General of the party (1999-2002), Vice-President of the Luzon Liberal Party (2002-2004), and Secretary General of the party (2004-March 2006). Aquino was elected to the House of Representatives in 1998, representing the 2nd District of Tarlac. On September 9, 2009, Aquino fficially announced his bid for the Presidency.

PRES. BENIGNO SIMEON AQUINOPresident of the Republic of the Philippines

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Philip S. Goldberg is a senior United States diplomat and government official, currently serving as the United States Ambassador to the Philippines. He served previously as Charge d’Affaires and Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile, Chief of Mission in Pristina, Kosovo, and as Ambassador to Bolivia. He was nominated on October 23, 2009 to be INR Assistant Secretary and confirmed by the Senate on February 9, 2010.

Goldberg assumed the duties of Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research (INR) February 16, 2010, leading one of 16 elements in the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC). In 2013, U.S President Barack Obama appointed Goldberg as the new U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines, replacing Harry K. Thomas Jr. who has been assigned to the country since 2010. Goldberg’s nomination was confirmed by the United States Senate, and he was sworn in on 23 November 2013.

AMB. PHILIP GOLDBERGAmbassador of the United States to the Philippines

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BUSINESS PLENARY

Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala is Chief Executive Officer of Ayala Corporation and a member of the Ayala group management committee. Mr. Zobel is Chairman of the board of directors of Ayala Corporation, Globe Telecom, Inc., Bank of the Philippine Islands, and Integrated Micro-electronics, Inc.; Vice-Chairman of Ayala Land, Inc. and Manila Water Co., Inc.; and Co-Vice- Chairman of Ayala Foundation, Inc. He is also a director of BPI PHILAM Life Assurance Corporation, Alabang Commercial Corporation, Ayala International Pte Ltd, and Ayala Hotels, Inc.

Mr. Zobel is a member of the Mitsubishi Corporation International Advisory Committee, JP Morgan International Council, and Toshiba International Advisory Group. He is Chairman of Harvard Business School Asia- Pacific Advisory Board and member

of Harvard University Asia Center Advisory Committee. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees of The Singapore Management University and Asian Institute of Management; member of the Asia Business Council, The Asia Society, the International Business Council of the World Economic Forum; and trustee of Ramon Magsaysay Awards Foundation. He is also chairman of the World Wildlife Fund Philippine Advisory Council, vice chairman of Asia Society Philippines Foundation, Inc., co-vice chair of the Makati Business Club, Asia Society Philippines Foundation, Inc., and member of the Board of Trustees of Children’s Hour Philippines, Inc.

Mr. Zobel holds a B.A. degree in economics (cum laude) from Harvard College (1981) and an MBA from the Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration (1987)

JAIME AUGUSTO ZOBEL DE AYALACHAIRMAN AND CEO - Ayala Corporation


Mr. Ernest Lawrence Cu has been the CEO and President of Globe Telecom Inc. since 2009. Mr. Cu also serves as the President and CEO of SPI Technologies, Inc. since February 18, 1998. Mr. Cu held several key executive positions for Crestec Los Angeles, Inc. including Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and was instrumental in devising the turnaround strategy. He served as Executive with Bank of America. He served as the Chairman of eTelecare International from February 2000 to June 2003.

Mr. Cu is a Member of Advisory Board of Kubera Partners, LLC. He has been a Director of SPI Technologies Inc. since February 18, 1998 and Globe Telecom Inc. since 2009. Mr. Cu serves as an Independent Director of Spi,

STI Education Systems Holdings, Inc. and Digital Media Exchange, Inc. He serves as Board Member of Kickstart Ventures. He also served as Director of Maybank ATR Kim Eng Financial Corporation from 2006 to 2013.

He was the recipient of the 2003 Ernst & Young “Young Entrepreneur” award for the “Information and Communications Technology” category for the Philippines. He holds an M.B.A. with concentrations in Finance, Accounting, and Operations Management from Northwestern University’s J.L. Kellog Graduate School of Management Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois and a B.S. in Industrial Management Engineering with a minor in Mechanical Engineering from De La Salle University in Manila

ERNEST CUCEO - Globe Telecom

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Mr. Ramon S. Ang, BSME, has been the Chairman and CEO of Petron Corporation since 2009 and SMC Global Power Holdings Corp., since 2010. Mr. Ang has been the President and CEO at PAL Holdings, Inc since 2012 and the President, Director and Chief Operating Officer of Philippine Airlines, Inc and served as well as its CEO. He has been the CEO and President of Top Frontier Investment

Holdings, Inc. since 2013. He has been the President and Chief Operating Officer of San Miguel Corporation and its subsidiaries San Miguel Pure Foods Co. Inc. and San Miguel Super Coffeemix Company, Inc. since 2002. Mr. Ang served as a Director of The Philippine Stock Exchange Inc.

He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the Far Eastern University, Philippines.

RAMON ANGCEO - San Miguel Corporation

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ACADEMIC PLENARY

UNDP Philippines Country Director Maurice Dewulf is responsible for ensuring effective day-to-day management of the UNDP Country Office. He also assumes overall responsibility for the UNDP programmes and operations to ensure coherence and strategic direction of UNDP activities. Mr. Dewulf also served as Country Director of Kosovo and Mali, among others. UNDPs Country Programme (2012-2016), developed in partnership with and agreed by the Philippine Government, is designed around the pursuit of inclusive growth that reduces poverty, including the achievement

of the MDGs, with a special focus on social development, good governance, peace and environment and natural resources. It is based on and supports the achievement of the national priorities as reflected in the Philippine Development Plan 2011-2016. Among Mr. Dewulf’s advocacies in his current post are conservation and protection of Philippine biodiversity, protection of the LGBT community, promotion of business and human rights, disaster risk reduction and social development through the Millenium Development Goals.

MAURICE DEWULFCOUNTRY DIRECTOR - UNDP Philippines

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Dr. Arsenio Balisacan is the incumbent Secretary of Socioeconomic Planning of the Philippines and is also the Director-General of the Philippine National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). From 2003 to 2009, Dr. Balisacan became Director of the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study & Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) and President of the Human Development Network wherein he was reappointed in the same position in 2012. Concurrently, he serves as Chairman of the Boards of the Philippine Statistics Authority, Philippine Institute for Development Studies, Philippine Center for Economic Development, and Public-Private Partnership Center. His career began as an economics for World Bank, Washington D.C. from 1986 to 1987. He served twice as Undersecretary for Policy,

Planning and Research of the Department of Agriculture. He became the Philippine Chief Negotiator in the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agricultural Negotiations an in various bilateral agricultural negotiations. Prior to his Cabinet appointment, Dr. Balisacan was an adjunct professor at Australian National University and research fellow at the East-West Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. In 1995, he received academic appointment as full professor at the University of the Philippines School of Economics. Mr. Balisacan holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Agricultural Economcis from the University of the Philippines Los Banos, and a B.S. degree in Agriculture (Magna Cum Laude) from the Mariano Marcos State University

ARSENIO BALISACANDIRECTOR-GENERAL - National Economic Development Authority

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Jaime Faustino has managed the Foundation’s Philippine economic development program since 2006. He has worked on projects that led to significant and transformative results on the lives of millions of Filipinos. In civil aviation, liberalization has led to over 30 million passengers in 2010 from a low of 8 million in 1990. In sea transport, the introduction of Roll-on, Roll-off policy in 2003 eliminated inefficient and costly cargo handling and led to transport costs being reduced from 22 to 57% (ADB 2010). In property rights, a law creating administrative procedures for titling residential lands passed in 2010 was partly responsible for a historic 1,450% increase in the titles issued by the government.

From those reform experiences and successes, Mr. Faustino conceptualized development entrepreneurship, an

operational model to assist development agencies and practitioners integrate the technical and political dimensions of reform. The model answers three questions: how is reform achieved, who will help achieve it and what role can development agencies play? The model is founded on three structures of practice: 1) Iterative Process, 2) Local Leaders known as ‘Development Entrepreneurs,’ and 3) Grant Project Structure.

Mr. Faustino co-edited Built on Dreams, Grounded in Reality: Economic Policy Reform in the Philippines, published in 2011. The book documented the political battles of seven economic reforms in the Philippines and drew lessons for others. He acquired his M.A. in Political Science at the University of the Philippines (1992) and A.B. in History at Duke University, U.S.A.

JAIME FAUSTINOPROGRAM DIRECTOR - The Asia Foundation

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PANELS

CORPORATE LEADERSHIPCrafting competitive leaders in the globalized corporate world

Communication and flow of information has been made easier today, along with the flow of goods and people from one country to another. With more opportunities for seamless integration, the Philippines together with other Asian countries will come together, and open one another’s doors for more access on resources, labor and integration of education. This conference panel will focus on how leaders, most especially the youth, can be internationally competitive in the corporate world and outside of their domestic countries. Given the challenges of cooperating in the competitive business sector, it is imperative to identify the values of an ethical leader through good governance. Topics will include the challenges of being a corporate leader in contemporary society, the attributes and behavior leaders must have as an influential being, and how corporate leadership is beneficial not only for the leader but also for the company or organization.

Suggested Panel Subtopics:- Cooperation and Competition Challenges of the Modern Corporate leader- Asian Leadership in the Global Corporate World- Profits of Good Governance

Mr. Ramon del Rosario serves as the CEO and President of Philippine Investment Management (PHINMA), Inc. and Trans-Asia Power Generation Corporation. He serves as the Chairman and President of Microtel Development Corp. and Chairman of the Makati Business Club. He served as the Philippines’ Secretary of Finance from 1992 to 1993. Mr. del Rosario graduated with Degrees in B.SC in Accounting and AB in Social Sciences (Magna cum Laude) at De La Salle University, Manila in 1967 and earned his MBA at Harvard Business School in 1969.

Riena Novenario Pama is the President of Sun Life Asset Management Co., Inc. (SLAMC). Mrs. Pama served as President and CFO of Citicorp Financial Services and Insurance Brokerage Phils Inc., President at Citicorp Securities, Int’l, Inc. and Vice-President of Citibank Philippines. She graduated from Ateneo de Manila University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Engineering and also from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven where she acquired her MBA, International Business and Finance, minor in Business Economics education.

Mr. Tan is the founder of the Company and has served as its Chairman and President since its incorporation in 1989. He chairs publicly-listed Alliance Global Group, Inc. which holds interests in property development, integrated tourism development through Global-Estate Resorts, Inc., and food and beverage manufacturing and distribution through Emperador, Inc., and Golden Arches Development Corporation, which operates and franchises quick service restaurants under the McDonald’s brand. Mr. Tan is Chairman of Megaworld Foundation, which primarily focuses on the promotion of education through scholarship programs for financially handicapped but deserving students, and supports causes that promote poverty alleviation, people empowerment, social justice, good governance and environmental conservation.

MR. RAMON R. DEL ROSARIO

MS. RIENA N. PAMA

MR. ANDREW L .TAN

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CORPORATE LEADERSHIPCrafting competitive leaders in the globalized corporate world

Faye earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Master’s in Education from the University of the Philippines. She is a founding member of HRIT Forum and a former PMAP Director. Experienced and highly driven international HR Leader with an extensive achievement portfolio in organisational transformation, strategy alignment and employee engagement that fuel breakthrough results in a highly competitive and changing environment. This includes demonstrated track record in creating high performing cultures with expertise in Strategic HR, Talent Management, Organisational Capability Development, Leadership Development, and overall Strategy Alignment and Employee Engagement.

Professor Ricardo A. Lim is Dean of the Asian Institute of Management. He teaches innovation, teams, knowledge management, risk management, marketing, operations, and quantitative analysis. Prof. Lim has also taught management information systems in the MBA program of the University of the Philippines, and the De La Salle University. Prof. Lim is the Chairperson of the Philippine Academy of Management (PAoM), and is a member of the American Academy of Management (AoM). Prof. Lim received his PhD in Business Administration from the Marshall School at the University of Southern California (2002), his MBA from the Darden School, University of Virginia (1989), and his Bachelor of Commerce in Management Information Systems (Magna Cum Laude) from McGill University, Montreal (1982).

Lorenzo C. Formoso, or “Enchong” as he is fondly known, is one of the pioneers of the industry in the Philippines, having helped create the organizational and operational structure of Duty Free Philippines during the startup of its operations in 1987. After 25 years of operations, with Enchong at the helm as the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Duty Free Philippines, is enjoying a period of strong growth. Enchong is a board member of the Philippine Retailers Association and of the Asia Pacific Travel Retail Association

PROF. RICARDO A. LIM

MR. LORENZO C. FORMOSO

MS. FAYE CORCUERA

Mr. Hans T. Sy served as the First Executive Vice President of SM Investments Corporation in 2005. Mr. Sy serves as the President of SM Prime Holdings, Inc., and an Executive Vice President of ShoeMart Inc. Mr. Sy also serves as the President of Shopping Center Management Corporation. He served as Senior Vice President of Operations of SM Prime Holdings, Incorporated since 1994. He is the Chairman of Tagaytay Highlands International Golf Club Incorporated and of Family Entertainment Center, Inc., Wonderfoods Inc., and Linde Refrigeration Phils., Inc.

Mr. Aboitiz has been the Chairman of Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc., since January 2009. He has been Vice Chairman of Aboitiz Power Corp. since May 18, 2009 and has been its Director since 1998. He also served as Director and the Chairman of 2GO Group Inc. since 2002. He has been Vice Chairman and Director of UnionBank of the Philippines since June 1, 2001. He has been a Director of Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. since 1994 and International Container Terminal Services Inc. since April 17, 2008Mr. Aboitiz graduated with a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Commerce major in Management from the University of Santa Clara, California, U.S.A

Mr. Ablaza is a Senior Managing Director of Ayala Corporation and a member of the Ayala Group Management Committee, a post he has held since 1998. Mr. Ablaza holds the following positions: Chairman of AAA Water Corporation, Boracay Island Water Company, Inc., Cebu Manila Water Development, Inc., Clark Water Corporation, Manila Water Total Solutions Corp., Manila Water Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd, Manila Water South Asia Holdings Pte. Ltd., Thu Duc Water Holdings Pte.Ltd., and Kenh Dong Water Holdings Pte.Ltd; Chairman & President of Manila Water Consortium, Inc. (formerly Northern Waterworks and Rivers of Cebu, Inc.), and Manila Water International Solutions, Inc.; Vice-Chairman of Laguna AAAWater Corporation; Member of the Board of Management, Thu Duc Water B.O.O. Corp; and President of Manila Water Foundation.

MR. HANS SY

MR. JON RAMON ABOITIZ

MR. GERARDO ABLAZA

FINANCE AND THE WORLD ECONOMYFinance in the face of Integration

In the past decade, the fruition of capital and foreign investments in the region, alongside a relentless determination to evolve their respective societies, has inspired market confidence and created a space of reinvention for government, private businesses, and academics alike. The accomplishments of the Asian financial market begs us to revisit and question fundamental concepts, urging us to weigh their saliency and reinvent them. Most especially now, when the ASEAN integration is upon us, should we review our practices and decide whether to develop new frameworks and methodologies.

In this panel we will examine the reasons of hitherto Asian economic feats: how they have been possible, what events paved the foundations for them, which frameworks produced the best returns. Moreover, we will discuss the ASEAN integration: what structures of governance would each state have to dismantle for the more cohesive flow of capital, goods, and services? How can they re-orient their definitions and structures of economy to make growth inclusive of all sectors, to alleviate poverty and lessen inequality? What are the immediate and long-term obstacles will the nine ASEAN member states have to contend with in their creation of a self-sufficient region?

Suggested Panel Subtopics:- The Triumph of Asian Economic Policies- The Consequences of a Newly-Conceived AEC- A Partly-Harmonized Asia vis-à-vis The Global Market

Hon. Cesar V. Purisima serves as the Chairman of the Board of National Power Corporation. He is a Governor for the Philippines in the Asian Development Bank. Hon. Purisima served as a Secretary of Department of Finance, Republic of the Philippines from February 2005 to July 2005. He served as Secretary, Department of Trade & Industry, Republic of the Philippines from 2004 to 2005 and Chairman & Managing Partner, Sycip, Gorres and Velayo (SGV) & Company-Member Practice of Ernst & Young Global from 1999 to 2004. Hon. Purisima obtained his Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Majors in Accounting & Management of Financial Institutions from De La Salle University in 1979 and his MBA from JL Kellogg Graduate School of Management, Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois in 1983.

Ms. Aquino-Pama has almost 30 years of corporate experience, 25 of which was spent in various fields in the financial services industry. She started her banking experience at Citibank Manila as a Management Associate after graduating from New York University with an MBA degree. She was in the dealing room as a foreign exchange trader, before spending most of her career in Operations and Process Management. She was also a program manager for Citibank’s Asia Pacific Training Center with students from all over Asia and the Pacific. For 5 years, she worked at Oracle Philippines as a Consulting Practice Manager and assigned to implementation projects primarily at the Asian Development Bank. She is currently the Chief Risk Officer at Philippine National Bank a position she has held for the last 6 years.

Before assuming her current position, Ambassador Del Rosario served as Foreign Service Institute Director.Undersecretary Del Rosario erved as the Philippines’ envoy to Vietnam (2007 to 2009) and India (2003 to 2007), and was earlier assigned to Vienna, Singapore, and Washington DC. At the DFA, she served as Special Assistant to the Undersecretary for Administration and then to the Undersecretary for Policy (1990 to 1992) and Senior Special Assistant to the Undersecretary for International Economic Relations, in charge of Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation and Economic Diplomacy (2000 to 2003).

CARMELA AQUINO-PAMA

LAURA Q. DEL ROSARIO

SEC. CESAR PURISIMA

FINANCE AND THE WORLD ECONOMYFinance in the face of Integration

Mr. Nestor V. Tan is the current president of BDO Unibank. Previously, he was associated with Bankers Trust Company in New York, as Vice President and the Barclays Group in New York and London, where Mr. Tan served as Planning Director and Head of Strategic Planning for Corporate and Institutional Services Group. Thereafter, he served as the Chief Operating Officer for Financial Institution Services Group of BZW, the investment banking subsidiary of the Barclays Group. Prior thereto, he served as an Executive Vice President of BDO since 1997. He has been a Director of BDO Leasing & Finance,Inc., since January 23, 2007. He serves as a Director of BDO Unibank, Inc., Banco De Oro-Union Bank and Generali Pilipinas Life Assurance Co., Inc. Mr. Tan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from De La Salle University. He holds an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Paderanga previously served as NEDA Director-General from 1990–1992. He was also Executive Director for the Philippines in the Asian Development Bank (ADB) from 2001 to 2003. A native of Camiguin province in Northern Mindanao, Paderanga is a graduate of the Center for Research and Communication (now the University of Asia & the Pacific) and De La Salle University and holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Stanford University in California, USA. Paderanga is also a professor of economics at the University of the Philippines School of Economics.

Mr. Jesse Ang is Resident Representative for the Philippines office of the International Finance Corporation. He is the first Filipino to become the head of the IFC Philippine office. He worked in New York City for several years in various capacities, such as Director of the Global Structured Finance department in ANZ Investment Bank, Vice President of the Trade and Commodity Finance department in Generale Bank and Assistant Vice President in Irving Trust Company.

MR. NESTOR V. TAN

MR. CAYETANO PADERANGA

MR. ANDREW L .TAN

Before joining the Lee Kuan Yew School, Razeen Sally was on the faculty of the London School of Economics, where he also received his PhD. He remains Director of the European Centre for International Political Economy (ECIPE), a global-economy think tank in Brussels, which he co-founded in 2006. He has held research, teaching and advisory positions at institutes and think tanks in Europe, the USA, Asia and South Africa. He is an Adjunct Scholar at the Cato Institute in Washington DC, Chair of the Global Agenda Council on Competitiveness of the World Economic Forum, and a member of the Mont Pelerin Society.

Ramkishen S. RAJAN is a Professor of International Economic Policy at the School of Policy, Government and International Affairs (SPGIA), George Mason University (GMU) and has been on the faculty since January 2006. He is also the Co-director of the Center for Emerging Market Policies (CEMP) at SPGIA, GMU. He is currently a Visiting Professor at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore and an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the Asia Competitiveness Institute (ACI), National University of Singapore. He is the Managing Editor of the Journal of International Commerce, Economics and Policy Associate Editor of the Singapore Economic Review and sits on the Editorial Board of various other academic journals.

Dr. Gonzales currently holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the University of Pennsylvania, 1990, a masteral degree in Public Policy, University of Pennsylvania, 1987, a masteral degree in Urban & Regional Planning, UP Diliman, 1982 and an undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering, UP Diliman, 1971. His research interests include policy research/development, public and corporate governance, institutional analysis, regional planning, political economy and public administration and management.for financially handicapped but deserving students, and supports causes that promote poverty alleviation, people empowerment, social justice, good governance and environmental conservation.

MR. RAZEEN SALLY

MR. RAMKISHEN RAJHAN

DR. EDUARDO GONZALES

ENTREPRENEURSHIPSeeking Innovative Entrepreneurship and Financial Security

Challenged by the financial crisis that has plagued economies around the world, Asia has been a breath of fresh air with emerging markets presenting exciting business possibilities to foreign and local corporations alike. However, as much as there is this race for growth, so is there a determination to maintain sustainability; the rate with which technology innovates allows entrepreneurs faster and better access to consumers, driving them to introduce novel changes to conventional business practices and changing the manner of how we advertise goods. It is also of note that with the looming ASEAN economic integration, SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) will face fierce competition as markets are set to converge. This panel will endeavor to project the future of global entrepreneurship, considering the imperative nexus of government and private sectors. Will the new Asian breeding grounds conceive ingenious practices and inventions that will change how we do business? How can the assistance, encouragement, and survival of SMEs, which have and are imperative for the broad based and relatively inclusive progress of their respective nations, be improved? Broadly, we will study how public policy reforms can assist in the success of entrepreneurs, how they can effectively facilitate the collective growth of the region, and finally, what a new dynamic of business and governance could mean for the rest of Asia. Suggested Panel Subtopics:- SMEs Driving Asia Forward- How Innovation Can Also Mean Sustainability- Concerning Governments and Businessmen: An (Unpublished) Public-Private Success Story

A prominent Chinese-Filipino entrepreneur who is the founder of the Philippines’ largest clothing chain, Bench, under the trademark Suyen Corporation. With his world class fashion style and hardworking ethic, he has expanded the Philippine clothing chain into international markets including China, the land of his forefathers. He is dubbed as one of the most prominent people in the country as mentioned in the Philippine Tatler’s list of Who’s Who of the Philippines. Ben was schooled in Manila, but moved to San Francisco for an interior design course. It was there where he immersed himself in design and art. Upon his return from the US, he established Dimensione, a modern furniture store and Finale, an art gallery.

Joey Concepcion is the President and CEO of the food and beverage company RFM Corporation. He also serves as the Presidential Consultant for Entrepreneurship and the Founding Trustee of the social-civic organization Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Cabuyao Meat Processing Corporation, RFM Equities, Inc., RFM Insurance Brokers, Inc., FWBC Holdings, Inc., Filipinas Water Bottling Company, Inc., Unilever RFM Ice Cream, Inc. and Philstar Global Corporation. He is also a Director of Conception Industries, one of the largest appliance manufacturers in the country. Joey established Go Negosyo, as part of his advocacy for a positive and enterprising attitude among Filipinos. Go Negosyo provides seminars, livelihood trainings, pamphlets, TV programs and books to give Filipinos the knowledge to establish their own businesses, and these efforts help propel the country economically.

Mr. Tony Tan Caktiong serves as the Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President of Jollibee Foods Corp. Mr. Caktiong is a Member of the board of trustees of the Asian Institute of Management, St. Luke’s Medical Hospital, and the Philippine Academy of Sakya. He serves as an Independent Director of Sun Life Prosperity Dollar Abundance Fund, Inc. and Sun Life Prosperity Dollar Advantage Fund, Inc. He has been an Independent Director of First Generation Corporation since 2005. He has been a Director of Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. since July 08, 2008.

MR. JOEY CONCEPCION

MR. TONY TAN CAKTIONG

BEN CHAN

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ENTREPRENEURSHIPSeeking Innovative Entrepreneurship and Financial Security

Founder of the Mang Inasal food chain, Mr. Sia serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Injap Investments, Inc., Injap Land Corporation (DoubleDragon Properties Corp.) and People’s Hotel Corporation. Mr. Sia has been Board Advisor of Philippine Bank of Communications Inc. since August 2012 and served as its Director from July 2011 to August 2012. He also serves as Director of Jollibee . He was awarded the Small Business Entrepreneur award in 2010 by the Ernst & Young for best demonstrating management excellence in a business with assets less than Php100 million.

Co-Founder and Managing Director of ZALORA Philippines, the country’s largest online shopping website, Paulo Campos served as a consultant at The Boston Consulting Group from August 2010 to January 2012, with experience in business development, strategy and organizational development across Southeast Asia. Graduated from Princeton University with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, Magna cum laude; Gale F. Johnson Prize in Public Affairs awardee. He also has an MBA in Harvard University

Dr. Shalaby is the Founder and Chairman at the Arab Entrepreneur House (ARENHO), Board Member at the Middle East Council for Small Business & Entrepreneurship, an Affiliate of the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), Co-Founder & Board Member at Delta Technopreneurs Association, Board Member at Science Age Society. He has more than twenty years’ experience on entrepreneurship, SMEs Development and capacity-building programs. His expertise ranges from on-the-ground experience as a SMEs development consultant at the Canadian small and medium enterprises support project, to serving as the Director of Mansoura Technology Incubator in Egypt, and a regional expert, helping Arab Gulf countries to establish small business centers, incubators and foster entrepreneurship on a macro level

MR. EDGAR SIA III

MR. PAOLO CAMPOS

MR. NABIL SHALABY

Mr. Alfonso G. Siy serves as the President of Ever Fortune Thermoplas Corp., Fortune Net and Twine Mfg. Corp., Fortune Int’l. Trading Corp., Phil. Fishing Gears Industries, Neltex Manufacturing & Export Corp. and Altamar Industries, Inc. Mr. Siy serves as Vice Chairman at Citystate Savings Bank Inc. and has been its Independent Director since 1997. Mr. Siy graduated from the University of the East in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Bam, as he is more commonly known, is the Co-Founder and President of Microventures, Inc., a social business enterprise. He is also currently a senator of the Philippines. In 2007, he joined the board of Rags2Riches, inc.Bam was previously Commissioner-at-Large (2001-2003) and subsequently Chairman (2003-2006) of the National Youth Commission. He is currently one of the ambassadors of the Haribon Foundation and is President of the Ten Accomplished Youth Organizations (TAYO) Awards Foundation. He is 2011 Asian Social Entrepreneur of the Year by World Economic Forum (Sep 2011), United Nations’ Project Inspire Award for Hapinoy (August 2011) and Ten Outstanding Young Persons Award of the World for his work with youth and social enterprise.

Pat is the area corporate responsibility and sustainability manager for Philippine properties, the first such position in the Shangri-La Group. She plays a key role in the effective execution of the group’s initiatives in the areas of the environment, employees and the community, health and safety, supply chain management and stakeholder relations. Prior to joining the Shangri- La Group, Pat was corporate social responsibility manager of Ayala Land, Inc. She has a double master’s degree in globalization and governance where she set up the Birmingham chapter of the United Nations Association.

MR. ALFONSO G. SIY

SEN. BAM AQUINO

MS. PAT GALLARDO

SECURITY AND DIPLOMACYDiplomacy’s Progression: An Integrative and Cooperative Approach

Longstanding territorial claims remain a thorny issue in the Southeast Asian Region. Characterized by multiple historical, cultural and legal claims, no single conflict resolution mechanism is currently seen to solve the ongoing disputes. Calls for diplomacy has shown only very minimal results in the resolution of these disputes as other areas such as the use of legal dimensions in interpreting numerous claims are being considered. As China evolves into a potential hegemon, neighboring countries closely watch and anticipate its every move. Its aggression has prompted East and Southeast Asian states to act accordingly as oppositions to China’s rise. Will this issue be solved by diplomacy or international law? Will China be given appeasement for its actions and intentions? Or is conflict a viable option once again, even after all tensions have subsided? This panel will discuss three pertinent responses of the concerned states within the discussed region.

Suggested Panel Subtopics:- The United States’ Rebalance to Asia (Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement with the Philippines)- The South China Sea Dispute- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations and Regional Security

Professor William Tow was previously a professor of International Relations at the University of Queensland and at Griffith University, and an Assistant Professor of International Relations at the University of Southern California (USC). He has been a Visiting Fellow at Stanford University, and a Visiting Research Associate at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in London. He is the Co-director of ANU projects for the MacArthur Foundation’s Asia Security Initiative and for the Centre of Excellence in Policing and Security (2008-) He served on the Foreign Affairs Council, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (1998–2003) and the National Board of Directors, Australian Fulbright Commission (1992–1997).

PTan See Seng is Associate Professor, Deputy Director of the Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies, and Head of the Centre for Multilateralism Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, where he is a member of the University Senate. A student of Asian security, he is the author/editor of 9 books and has published over 50 scholarly articles and book chapters. His latest book is a sole-authored work, The Making of the Asia Pacific: Knowledge Brokers and the Politics of Representation (Amsterdam University Press, 2013). He is a regular consultant for international organisations and national governments including that of Singapore, and has held visiting appointments and fellowships at various universities and research institutes. Before entering academia, he worked at a faith-based, non-profit organisation. He has a BA Honours (First) and MA from the University of Manitoba and his PhD is from Arizona State University.

Professor Stefan Talmon is a professor of public law, international law, and european law at the University of Bonn. He is the co-director of the Institute of Public International Law at the University of Bonn. He was also a lecturer, reader, and professor of Public International Law at the University of Oxford from 2003 to 2011. He also currently serves as one of China’s advisers for the South China Sea dispute.

PROF. TAN SEE SENG

PROF. STEFAN TALMON

PROF. WILLIAM TOW

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SECURITY AND DIPLOMACYDiplomacy’s Progression: An Integrative and Cooperative Approach

Dr. Ralf Emmers is Associate Dean and Associate Professor (with Tenure) at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He completed his MSc and PhDin the International Relations Department of the London School of Economics (LSE). His research interests cover security studies and international relations theory, maritime security, international institutions in the Asia Pacific, and the security and international politics of Southeast Asia. Dr Emmers is the author or editor of 11 books and monographs. He is also the co-Series Editor of the Warwick Studies in Globalisation (Routledge Book Series) and an Editorial Board member of The Pacific Review.

Mr. Bill Hayton is a reporter and producer with BBC News. His career as a journalist started when he was assigned to Middle East, and progressed as he shifted his focus to Central and Eastern Europe. Most recently, he was assigned as a BBC correspondent in Vietnam. He created two TV documentaries for BBC News: one about political unrest in Yemen and the other on discrimination against the Beduin minority in Israel. He also authored two books about Southeast Asia. Mr. Hayton received his bachelor’s degree in Geography at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Herman Kraft is currently the Executive Director of the Institute for Strategic and Development Studies (Philippines), and Assistant Professor at the Department of Political Science at the University of the Philippines where he teaches courses in International Relations (particularly on International Security broadly defined) and Comparative Politics (including Democratization and Human Rights in Southeast Asia).He has been involved in unofficial and informal dialogue mechanisms on security in Southeast Asia and the broader Asia Pacific region since 1993. He has worked on and published articles and book chapters on regional security and security issues involving the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

PROF. RALPH EMMERS

MR. BILL HAYTON

MR. HERMAN KRAFT

Dr. Renato de Castro is a full professor under the International Studies Department of De La Salle University – Manila. He obtained his bachelor’s degree and two Master’s Degree from the University of the Philippines and earned his PhD from Government and International Studies Department of the University of South Carolina as a Fulbright Scholar in 2001. He has written over 70 articles on security and international relations. He served as the U.S. State Department ASEAN Research Fellow from the Philippines and was based in the Political Science Department of Arizona State University in 2009. His field of expertise include international relations, security, and foreign policy.

Dr. Aileen Baviera is a professor of Asian Studies specializing on international politics and security in East Asia at the University of the Philippines. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Foreign Service at the University of the Philippines Diliman, her master’s degree in Asian Studies and PhD in Political Science also at the University of the Philippines Diliman. She is a board of trustee member of the Economic, Social, Cultural Rights-Asia and the currently serves as the director of the Philippine Association for Chinese Studies. She specializes on Contemporary Chinese studies, Philippine foreign relations, and East Asian Regionalism.

Mr. Julio Amador III is currently the Assistant Director of the Philippines’ Foreign Service Institute. He was previously a Foreign Affairs Research Specialist in the Institute’s Center for International Relations and Strategic Studies (CIRSS). He provides policy analysis and strategic advice on ASEAN issues, Southeast Asia security and international relations, and foreign policy to several offices in the Department of Foreign Affairs. He has served as a member of Philippine Delegations to ASEAN and was recently supporting expert to the country’s Eminent Representative to the Second East Asian Vision Group. He received his bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from the University of the Philippines Diliman. He is a Fulbright Fellow for graduate studies in the US in 2012 at the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, Syracuse University

DR. RENATO DE CASTRO

DR. AILEEN BAVIERA

MR. JULIO AMADOR

HEALTH AND PUBLIC POLICYIncreasing Public Health Awareness in the face of Globalization

With the increasing integration of political entities in Asia, it leads us to question of what actions would these states do to the issues of health in Asia brought on by increased trade and travel. This is one issue that is very poiggnant, in the wake of recent outbreaks of various diseases. In this panel, we focus on the implications of the integration to the health issues in Asia and possible health issues that the state would address. We would discuss about outbreaks and preventions of diseases as well as the health system in Asia. What are the diseases that are prominent in Asia? How dangerous are they compared to other virus outbreaks? Are our health care systems enough to cater this need? Will this integration help improve our health care systems? We would also discuss on how global health affect the overall health system and condition in Asia as well as how trends in Asia affects global health, particularly, who affects who and how it affects it. Lastly, we would focus on these projects in relation to the 2015 Millenium Development Goals of the Philippines for health. How would the integration help in achieving these goals and how likely will they be reached by the year 2015? Suggested Panel Subtopics:- The Significance of Regional Integration to the Health Care Systems in Asia- The Impact of Globalization of Asian countries to the Awareness of Health issues and the Prevention of Outbreaks- The Effect of the Population of Asia to the Health Community

Dr. Alejandro Herrin is a Health Economist and a pioneer of the Health Economics Program of the University of the Philippines, where he worked for the university’s School of Economics from 1978-2004. He also worked at the Xavier University Research Institute for Mindanao Culture in Cagayan De Oro City from 1972-1978. He is also a visiting Research Fellow at the Philippine Institute for Development Studies. He has written several books and academic journals on Health and has been invited as a speaker to several conferences.

P Mr. Alexander Padilla graduated Cum Laude from De La Salle University, earning a degree of Bachelor of Arts in History major in Political Science and minor in Philosophy. He was a Council President for the Law Student Government in his post-studies at the University of the Philippines College of Law. He became an Associate Professor for the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and a guest lecturer at the UP College of Law. Before he became the president of PhilHealth, he was an Undersecretary for External Affairs and Regulations for the Department of Health, a Senior State Prosecutor for the Department of Justice, Assistant Secretary for the Department of Interior and Local Government, Commissioner at the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board and Commissioner for the Bureau of Customs.

Dr. Poonam Khetrapal Singh is the WHO Regional Director for South East Asia from 2000 to 2013. She worked for the Health, Population and Nutrition Department of the World Bank and then moved to the World Health Organization or WHO as its Executive Director for the Sustainable Development and Healthy Environments cluster. She was also a member of the headquarters senior management. In February 2013, she became an advisor for International Health for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for the Government of India.

MR. ALEXANDER PADILLA

DR. POONAM KHETAPRAL SINGH

DR. ALEJANDRO HERRIN

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HEALTH AND PUBLIC POLICYIncreasing Public Health Awareness in the face of Globalization

Dr. Julie Lyn Hall is the WHO representative to the Philippines. She graduated with a degree in Medical Sociology and obtained her medical degree at the St. Thomas Medical School, London University. She earned a diploma from the Royal Australian College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She also has a Masters of Public Health from Queensland She began working for WHO in 2003 when she became a Medical Officer of the Global Alert and Response Team during the SARS pandemic in Switzerland. . She assisted the Office of the Secretary-General of UN for inter-agency coordination during the H1N1 Pandemic. She then became the Executive Officer to the Regional Director from 2010 to 2012. She was also a Global Team Leader for the eradication of Polio in UNICEF in New York before going to the Philippines.

Dr. Shin Young-Soo is the Regional Director for the World Health Organization for the Western Pacific Region. He was the first appointee for the position that was from outside WHO. He studied at the College of Medicine in Seoul National University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1969. He then became a professor of Health Policy and Management for the said university. He has taken more than 30 assignments for WHO as an adviser and consultant and has served as the representative of the Republic of Korea on its Executive Board on numerous occasions.

Secretary Enrique T. Ona is the current Secretary for the Department of Health in the Philippines specializing in the field of vascular and transplant surgery. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of the Philippines and received surgical training in the United States and the United Kingdom. He then became a professor at the University of the Philippines and the Vice-Chair of the Department of Surgery. He also became the Executive Director of the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI), where it flourished under his leadership. It became the first ISO-certified government hospital in the Philippines, performing multi-organ transplants in Southeast Asia and having the second largest transplant program in a single institution.

DR. JULIE LYNN HALL

DR. SHIN YOUNG SOO

SEC. ENRIQUE ONA

uan Martin Flavier is a former politician in the Philippines. He was a former Secretary of Health as well as a senator. He received his degree in Medicine from the University of the Philippines College of Medicine and Masters in Public Health from John Hopkins University. He first became the President of the Philippine Rural Reconstruction and then in 1978, became the President of the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction. In 1992, he became the Secretary of Health and created health programs such as Family Planning and Doctor to the Barrios Program.

Ms. Sylwander is the UNICEF representative to the Philippines. A citizen of Sweden, she holds a degree equivalent to MSc in Social Anthropology. She worked for several NGOs both in Sweden and in the Philippines in the 1980’s. She was also a lecturer at the University of Stockholm and a socio-economist for UNDP in Zimbabwe, where she later worked as an independent development consultant. In 1996, She joined Swedish International Cooperation Agency(SIDA) as a Social Development Advisor in South Africa and later became the Social Development Advisor and Special Advisor on HIV and AIDS in Stockholm. Before joining the UNICEF, She was SIDA’s Deputy Director General from 2001-2006. In 2010, she became the UNICEF representative in Vietnam. She lead numerous changes in UNICEF program that helped middle-income countries countries with cooperation. She focused the UNICEF programs in a sub-national level, tackling issues such as child protection, social protection and ethnic minority issues.

MR. JUAN MARTIN FLAVIER

MS. LOTTA SYLWANDER

TECHNOLOGYAsian States on Cross-Border Technological Cooperation and Development

Every year, new additions to technology is introduced to the international community. With the rapid increase of globalisation, invention of new technologies, and distribution of information transnationally, it is no wonder technology has changed the course of the international system. Technology’s role will become more prominent in 2015 as this year marks two key events in the international order: the deadline of the UN’s Millenium Development Goals and the ASEAN Integration kickoff. As technology is now considered an important aspect in achieving development, its role in 2015 is an important one, most especially to Asia as it houses both developing countries (the target of the MDGs) and the ASEAN. This panel will talk about how technology will contribute to cooperation and development within the continent. It will answer four main questions: 1) How does technology help the Asian states achieve the United Nations Millenium Development Goals, especially the seventh and eighth goals? ; 2) In what ways can information and communication technology (ICT) contribute to the development of the Asia-Pacific region?; 3) Why does Asia, a growing economy, need green and clean technology?; and 4) How would science & technology encourage regional cooperation in the ASEAN? Suggested Panel Subtopics:- Fostering Asia-Pacific Development through Information and Communications Technology- Advocating Green Technology (GreenTech) in Asia- Regional Development and Cooperation through Science and Technolog

Mr. Monchito Ibrahim is most known for his contributions to the development of I.T. services in the Philippines. He was awarded the ICT Contributor of the Year in the International ICT Awards 2012. His most notable contributions include the Philippine Cyber Corridor Initiative, which aims to make the Philippines the Global for IT-BPO services, sustaining development of Philippine cyberservices industry, and organizing regional ICT councils to help sustain regional ICT development projects. He is also the President of the Philippine Computer Society.

Ms. Nur Sulyna is currently the Head of the International Affairs, Legal and Secretariat Division in the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Chair of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Telecommunications and IT Working Group. She has been in different fields of ICT for 17 years. This includes policy development, international affairs, corporate communications, industry development, legal and secretariat work. She was a lawyer by profession before she decided to pursue a career path in communications. She is also part of the Asia Pacific Telecommunity’s (APT) Management Committee and the Advisor to the ASEAN ICT Centre (AICTC), since its inception in April 2007, as the Founding Director. Ms. Nur Sulyna received an LL.B (Hons) degree from the University of London and an Advocate and Solicitor of the Malaysian Bar.

Mr. Peter George Bithos is the Chief Operating Officer at Globe Telecom - Philippines. He used to work for Virgin Mobile Australia (SingTel) as the Chief Executive Officer. He graduated with a Bachelors’ degree in Economics at University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School. His specialties include general management, strategy, business development, sales and marketing, and mergers and acquisition. He was recently awarded the I.T. Executive of the Year by Cyberpress, an organisation composed of information technology (I.T.) journalists from the print and online media in the country.

MS. NUR SURYNA ABDULLAH

MR. PETER GEORGE BITHOS

MR. MONCHITO IBRAHIM

TECHNOLOGYAsian States on Cross-Border Technological Cooperation and Development

Dr. Soogil Young is a member of the Leadership Council of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). Currently, he also co-chairs the Advisory Committee of the Green Growth Knowledge Platform and the Advisory Board for the Global Green Growth Forum. He was the Presidential Committee on Green Growth of the Republic of Korea as its Chairman from 2010-2012. He also edited and co-authored a book. He received his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Seoul National University, Korea, and a Ph.D in economics from the John Hopkins University in the United States.

Dr. Alvin Culaba is a University Fellow and Full Professor of Mechanical Engineering and the Executive Vice President for External Relations and Internationalization Office (ERIO) at De La Salle University - Manila. He has held former positions in the College of Engineering and has extensive research experience in the field of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), cleaner production and clean technology, and renewable and alternative energy systems. He is also a consultant of the Department of Science and Technology and various government institutions. He has implemented numerous EMSs and clean technology programs in the Philippines. He received his PhD in Mechanical and Environmental Systems Engineering at the University of Porthsmouth, United Kingdom.

DR. SOOGIL YOUNG

DR. ALVIN CULABA

Mohamed Azrin brought with him over 17 years of research and development, project management and implementation of high priority projects across a broad range of technology areas when he joined GreenTech Malaysia in 2013. He earned both his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and his Master’s degree in Information Technology for Manufacturing in the University of Warwick, United Kingdom., and supports causes that promote poverty alleviation, people empowerment, social justice, good governance and environmental conservation.

MOHAMED AZRIN MOHAMEND ALI

Dr. Jose Mario G. Montejo is the current secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). He also represents the Philippines in the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Science & Technology as the country’s Minister of Science & Technology. He obtained his BS Mechanical Engineering degree in 1975 from the University of the Philippines, Diliman. He is known as an inventor and engineer, introducing many “firsts” in the Philippines like the first Filipino-designed and fabricated robotic carpark in Pasig City. He was the president of Northwest Steel and Tree Top Adventure, Philippines. He received the Gold Medal Award for Creative Research from the Filipino Inventors Society in 1989 and the 100 Outstanding Alumni Engineers of the Century awarded by the UP College of Engineering in 2011.DR. MARIO MONTEJO

ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENTThe Globalization of Sustainability and Environmental Consciousness

As globalization dominates the world, countries aim to become more efficient: economic and political wise – massive production requires raw materials, machinery, and energy causing climate change. In the long run, it is believed to result to various implications affecting the development of countries. Asia is becoming more industrialized, and more active economically and as Asia embarks on this development, it has also been creating large activity of carbon emission, which experts say would increase up to 55% by 2030. It is also believed that long-run implications would be felt especially when natural calamities come destroy countries. Asia, because of these reasons, has been active in promoting environmental projects such as clean energy, and has been cooperating in the United Nations Climate Summit.

How does Asia’s role in the market affects its cooperation with these environmental policies? What are the different challenges Asia is experiencing as it embarks on creating alternative energies and technologies. We have to remember that Asia has also been active in developing its internal relations and this would serve as one of the factors that may affect its interests as a whole. ASEAN is one of the regional institutions in Asia and has been working on its mechanisms in the past years. With this, how will ASEAN implement strategies on risk disaster management especially now that it is inclined to developing relations among its member states? Suggested Panel Subtopics:- Carbon Emissions Trading in Asia- Clean Energy in Asia- ASEAN Disaster Preparedness and Response

Dr. Xuedu Lu is an Advisor in Asian Development Bank (ADB). He joined ADB in July 2010 providing advice to ADB on climate change and carbon market. Prior to this, he worked for the Government of China, responsible for research, policy and international negotiations on climate change. He served the CDM Executive Board (Member/Alternate) for eight yers. He is an adjunct professor of Tongji University, Tianjin University, and Nanjing University of Information Science & Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in engineering from Tsinghua University.

Atty. Ibay’s field of expertise involves Environmental Law. She is currently the Head of the Climate Change and Energy Programme of World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-Philippines, where she is responsible for providing overall program administration, project development, project and process management of all initiatives of the Climate Change and Energy Programme. She has gained negotiation experience as a member of Philippine delegation to the Conference of Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (including the Kyoto Protocol) and the Basel Convention on transboundary movement of hazardous wastes. Atty. Ibay was also counsel for the PAM AND MAB of the DENR. Atty. Ibay has also been a consultant for the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific and for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Atty. Ibay has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the Ateneo de Manila University and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of the Philippines College of Law.

Glynda Bathan is a lawyer working for 10 years with Clean Air Asia, a non-profit international environmental organization headquartered in Manila, Philippines, with offices in China and India which promotes better air quality and livable cities. She received a Master’s degree in Environmental Management from a joint program of the University of San Francisco and the Ateneo de Manila University in 2007. She formed part of the team of consultants which assisted the Philippine government in drafting the implementing rules and regulations of the Philippine Clean Air Act.

ATTY ANGELA IBAY

GLYNDA BATHAN-BATERINA

DR XUEDU LU

ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENTThe Globalization of Sustainability and Environmental Consciousness

A graduate of the University of the Philippines, Saño has been a longtime environmental activist who spent more than a decade with the World Wildlife Fund. He has also managed various projects on marine protected areas and coastal resources and has worked with various local governments on environmental protection. Appointed commissioner of the Climate Change Commission in 2010, Saño is the head negotiator of the Philippines in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of the Parties every year. In an emotional speech in Poland days after Typhoon Yolanda in November 2013, Saño linked the devastation to climate change

Dr Solidum has been with Phivolcs since 1984, the agency tasked to mitigate the effects of earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. In 2010, Solidum received the Presidential Lingkod Bayan award for raising the bar of disaster risk reduction and initiating a nationwide mapping program in the Philippines. He’s a recognized expert in Geochemistry, Marine Geology, Volcano and Earthquake Geology, Geologic Hazards Assessment and Awareness, and Earth Science Education. Dr Solidum holds a Master’s Degree in Geological Science from the University of Illinois and completed his PhD in Earth Science at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography, University of California in San Diego.

he has over 25 years experience in technical, financial and market delivery of renewable energy systems in the Philippines. She had been the Team Leader of numerous clean energy projects funded by the USAID, WB-IFC, European Union, UNDP in the Philippines and in the South East Asia Region. At present, she is the Chief-of-Party of the USAID-funded project Alliance for Mindanao and Multi-Regional Renewable/Rural Energy Development 3 Program (AMORE). Ms. Navarro holds a BS in Chemical Engineering degree from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, and is a Masters Candidate in Business Administration at De La Salle University.

MR. NADEREV SANO

DR. RENATO SOLIDUM

MS. LAURIE NAVARRO

Alexander Pama was a member of the Philippine Military Academy Class of 1979. During the course of his naval career, he underwent and excelled in various military and civilian education and training courses, local and foreign, among which are Naval Command and Staff Course, Naval Command and General Staff Course, Naval Command Staff Course at the US Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island, USA, Course in National Security at the Christian-Albrechts University in Kiel, Germany, Strategic Intelligence Course at the Defense Intelligence Agency in Washington D.C., USA and Psychological Operations Course at the US Army Kennedy Special Warfare School, FT. Bragg, N.C., USA. Currently, he is appointed as the Chief for NDRRMC. He also obtained his Masters in Business Administration from the Ateneo de Manila University.

Preety Bhandari heads the Climate Change Coordination and Disaster Risk Management Unit of RSDD at ADB. She is responsible for providing policy and strategic direction to ADB’s climate change programme. This includes climate finance, in which she particularly focuses on accessing the Climate Investment Funds and the soon to be operationalized Green Climate Fund. Prior to ADB, Ms. Bhandari was part of the Secretariat of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change – heading its Finance, Technology and Capacity Building Program

Mr. Paje has thirty (30) years of continuous public service. Rising from the ranks, he served the environment and natural resources sector in various capacities including the Undersecretary for Forestry, Undersecretary for Field Operations, Undersecretary for Environment and Natural Resources Operations, Undersecretary for Policy and Technical Service and Assistant Secretary for Management Services, Assistant Secretary for International Environmental Affairs He graduated a bachelor’s degree in the University of the Philippines at Los Baños and a Master’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning and a Doctorate in Public Administration at the University of the Philippines, Diliman, QC.

RET. ADM. ALEXANDER PAMA

MS. PREETY BHANDARI

MR. RAMON PAJE

SEMINARS

ASIAN CORPORATE LEADERSHIP

With the upcoming ASEAN Integration and the continuing boom of globalization, there is a question whether workers from different countries will be internationally competitive enough against one another. The value of education and the various economic conditions of countries may pose threats in their labour force. Tackling Asian and Western Corporate leadership will let delegates have a view of the two working conditions and discern the advantages and disadvantages of each. This seminar will focus on Asian and Western corporate leadership in general, then move towards ways to succeed in either environments. Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Building a West-East Business Partnership- Leadership in Multi-cultural Organizations- Succeeding through Corporate Leadership

Commonly known as “Teta” Blanco, he is a seasoned law practitioner with more than 15 years of international and local experience in such diverse fields as corporate and commercial law, corporate structuring and foreign investments, mergers and acquisitions, project finance, contract negotiations, property development, intellectual property, etc. He assisted in the protection and enforcement of IP rights of marks in the luxury goods and apparel industries. He likewise served as legal advisor in connection with the construction of the newest Manila-based airport terminal, the billion-peso privatization of a public utility, the establishment of the Philippine subsidiary of a Silicon Valley-based global leader in solid-state storage solutions, cross-border corporate structuring in different tax haven jurisdictions, M&A advice relating to the multi-million dollar takeover of a local BPO entity by a transnational group, preparation of licensing and software-based mobile banking service agreements for a multinational IT services group, legal consultation services for the Philippine operations of a multinational BPO group, etc. He graduated from the University of the Philippines with an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He also graduated law school in the University of the Philippines.

Jinggay Gallardo is currently the President of Pilot Consulting Inc., a company formed in early 1996 as a response to a growing need for external Strategic Marketing support. The product of the consultancy is Intelligent Marketing Strategy or as they call it: “Marketing that works!”. She graduated Ateneo de Manila University with an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Economics.

Carlos Da Silva is the current Executive Director at Association of Health Maintenance Organizations of the Philippines, Inc. He was previously the First Vice President seconded to Insular Life Health Care, Inc as President and COO. His skills include community outreach, program development and leadership development. He graduated from Jose Rizal College and Asian Institute of Management with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce

MR. CESAR BLANCO

MS. JINGGAY GALLARDO

MR. CARLOS DA SILVA

RECONSTRUCTING GOVERNANCE

The road to economic integration is hardly paved with roses. Nine ASEAN member states will have to respectively dismantle certain structures and alter operations as they pursue the efficient flow of services, goods, and capital, among other things. In this seminar, we will be familiarized with the costs and consequences of economic integration for the domestic operations of the member states and the region as well as striving to surmise the applicability of conventional integration processes and its saliency for South East Asia Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Domestic Governance and ASEAN Integration- Inclusive Growth as Development- Regional Costs of Pursuing Free Movement

Ms. Castillo also serves as the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services of De La Salle University. Among her research studies are the following: An In-depth Study on the Ceramics Industry in the Philippines (ILO-APEC), An In-depth Study on the Hotel and Restaurant Industry in the Philippines (TAPS), and Evaluation of the Industrial and Support Service Extension Program (Development Bank of the Philippines.

Mr. Tullao is currently the Director of the Angelo King research Institue and holder of the Don Santiago Syjuco Chair in Economics. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy and his MA in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, Massachusetts USA, and his MA in Development Education from Stanford University, California, USA. His areas of expertise and research interests include international economics, development economics and economics of education.

Ms. Durano holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Manchester, United Kingdom, M.A. degree in Economics from the University of the Philippines Diliman and a B.S. degree Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman. Her research interests include development economics, feminist economics, Philippine Economic History and trade and industrialization

MS. PAULYNE CASTILLO

DR. TERESO TULLAO

MS. MARINA FE DURANO

RESPONDING TO THE MARKET

With the increasing competitiveness of the corporate world and the fragility of the financial markets, businesses are in a constant race to best the competition and stay afloat. As such, it has become difficult for entrepreneurs to spare time for reflection: to take stock of the climate for business and what entrepreneurship, as a whole, could mean. In this seminar, we will engage with significant ideas of entrepreneurial practice that are often lost in the frantic daily mechanics of operation. We will discover where women are now, as entrepreneurs and workers, vis-à-vis their male counterparts, the possibilities and opportunities of e-commerce, and a transformed market of rapidly changing consumer trends. Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Beware of the (Gender) Gap: Women in Business- Corporations, the Internet, and Asian Success- What the Market Wanted Five Minutes Ago: Doing Business in a Fast-Paced Worl

Ms. Marife Zamora is the chairman of Convergys in the Philippines. She studied at the University of the Philippines and Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Managing Director, Asia-Pacific and EMEA, Convergys Corporation; Country Manager, Convergys Philippines (country’s largest private employer with 55,000 employees); Managing Director, Headstrong Philippines; Division Manager, Banking & Finance, IBM Philippines. Former: President, Philippine Software Association; Vice-President and Treasurer, American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines. Named: 100 Most Influential Filipina Women of the World; Asia CEO’s Global Filipino Executive of the Year 2011; GoNegosyo’s 50 Inspiring Women of Passion

BA (Hons) in Economics, Smith College; MPhil in International Economics, Graduate Institute of International Studies; Master’s in Public Administration, Harvard Kennedy School. With World Economic Forum: formerly, Economist, Global Competitiveness Programme; currently, Head of Gender Parity Programme; Head of Employment, Skills & Human Capital Initiative; Head of Special Constituents, and responsible for engagement with Pakistan. Founder and Co-Author, Global Gender Gap reports, Corporate Gender Gap Report and Human Capital Report

Enrique is considered an expert on the Internet and online space, having founded a series of internet start-ups that have been acquired by larger US-based firms, and has taken IPVG from garage to public; he is currently president and CEO of the company. The company has 7 subsidiaries that operate in communications, content, and business process outsourcing; IPVG has since expanded to the global market, including Singapore, India, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Panama, the UK and USA. He is also Founding Member & Director of Family Vaccine & Specialty Clinics, Inc., which aims to make quality and essential vaccines accessible, available and affordable to all Filipinos; FVSC has almost 50 clinics nationwide and is the largest chain of privately run vaccination clinics in the Philippines. He has a degree in International Politics and Economics from Middlebury College.

MS. MARIFE ZAMORA

MS. SAADIA ZAHIDI

JAIME ENRIQUE GONZALES

INNOVATION AND QUALITY OF LIFE

This age has brought a lot of innovations to both developed and developing countries: innovations in medical technology, infrastructures, green technology, and even in communication devices. However, technology has also caused domestic (even regional) problems to these states, with emphasis on the developing countries in Southeast Asia. These seminars will focus on current or long-term living condition issues in developing countries and answer four important questions: 1) How can technology improve the living conditions in these countries?; 2) In the context of the Philippines, how can national governments improve urban planning in their countries?; 3) How will technology be useful in the agricultural provinces of the Philippines?; and 4) Seeing as Southeast Asia has the slowest internet speed in the world, what are the challenges and solutions to this growing issue in the region? Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Urban Planning in Developing Countries: Philippine Context- Innovation for Agricultural Provinces in the Philippines- Internet Speed Race among Southeast Asian Countries

Dr. Fillone is a full-time professor of the Civil Engineering Department in De La Salle University. He is one of the research scientists for the Center for Engineering and Sustainable Development Research of DLSU - Manila and also one of the professors included in the Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT), which is an alliance of seven schools including De La Salle. Fillone has a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Central Philippine University. He then pursued a Master of Engineering in Transportation degree at the Asian Institute of Technology - Bangkok, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Urban and Regional Planning in the University of the Philippines. His fields of expertise include urban and regional development planning, and travel demand management.

Dr. Regidor is a professor of the Institute of Civil Engineering in the University of the Philippines – Diliman. He is also the Research and Extension Fellow at the National Center for Transportation Studies Communications of the Philippines. Dr. Regidor took both his undergraduate and masters degree in Civil Engineering in the University of the Philippines; he took his doctorate on Civil Engineering major in Transportation Engineering in Yokohama National University from 1996-1999. He has been associated with various institutions dedicated to transportation studies. His fields of expertise include civil engineering, public policy, sustainable development, and transportation planning among others.

Mr. Fernandez is the current country representative of the UN-FAO. He was the previous West Africa Regional Emergency Coordinator and the Regional Emergency Coordinator, both for FAO. FAO aims to achieve global food security and regular access to high-quality food for active and healthy lives. FAO’s country programming framework (CPF) aims to achieve this in the Philippines by 1) improving food and national security; 2) enhancing agricultural production and productivity; 3) sustainable management of natural resources; and 4) promoting agricultural adaptation and mitigation to Climate Change and reducing Disaster Risksonitoring the overuse of depleted resources and land degradation.

DR. ALEXIS FILLONE

DR. JOSE REGIN REGIDOR

MR. JOSE LUIS GONZALES

DEVELOPMENT IN MEGADIVERSITY

In relation to the Millennium Development Goals set by the United Nations, this seminar will tackle on the current environmental issues concerning preservation and sustainability of the environment including efficient allocation of resources, in the Philippine experience. This seminar will tackle issues on resource exploitation in the Philippines, a critique on the sustainability of aquaculture in the country and possible solutions to achieve energy security. How efficient are Philippine environmental policies and how is the Philippines coping up with preservation and sustainability of environmental resources? What are the effects of these issues to the domestic society of the country? Current trends in the international system can also play a role in this seminar as we find out how does the Philippines engage with other countries when it comes to environmental policies and how would Philippine solutions contribute to solve this world-wide issues.

Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Resource Exploitation: Philippine Mining Industry- Aquaculture in the Philippines- Achieving energy security with other countries

Mr. Nessim Ahmad is Director of the Environment and Social Safeguards Division (RSES) concurrently Practice Leader (Environment), and Chair of the Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s Community of Practice on Environment. Mr. Ahmad’s current responsibilities include (i) advising Management and operations departments on ADB’s safeguard policies on environment, indigenous peoples, and involuntary resettlement, including on compliance of all ADB projects with these policies; and (ii) promoting ADB’s environment agenda, including addressing global environmental issues, fostering regional cooperation and mainstreaming environment in ADB operations. Dr. Romana-Eguia has been an associate scientist and a Research Associate in SEAFDEC AQD for more than 20 years. She is currently an Aquaculture Research Specialist and a Training Coordinator. She has published various works on genetic changes and diversity in aquaculture, which garnered awards as well. She graduated with a degree of BS Zoology in the University of the Philippines. She received a training grant from the International Development Research Center of Canada for an MS in Genetics and its Applications at the University of Wales in the United Kingdom. She also received a fellowship grant from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science for a PhD in Agricultural Science (Fish Population Genetics) at Tohoku University, Japan.

Prior to his appointment as the Secretary of the Department of Energy, Carlos Jericho L. Petilla was the Governor of Leyte for three consecutive terms since 2004. Focusing on the provision of basic services, he instituted various improvements in the province’s health care, education, and development infrastructures. His vast experience in information technology has also greatly benefitted Leyte through the improvement of government processes for better, more transparent, and efficient public service, which helped Leyte gain numerous awards and recognitions. Sec. Petilla was also given the task to head the Regional Development Council (RDC) of Eastern Visayas.

NESSIM AHMAD

DR. MARIA ROMANA-EGUIA

SEC. JERICHO PETILLA

PHILIPPINE POLITICS & GOVERNANCE One of the important issues that a state has to address is governance and the Philippines is no exception. This seminar will try to evaluate and analyze the current political direction and governance system of the Philippines. Is corruption finally on its way to eradication? Is the Philippines finally becoming safe and secure internally for its citizens? Are the lives and rights of each Filipino citizen protected? Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Terrorism in the Philippines- President Aquino’s war on corruption- Human Security in the Philippines

Justin Goldman is an Associate Research Fellow in Military Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) where he provides instruction for the Singapore Armed Forces up to the Command and Staff College level. He was a Visiting Scholar in the International Studies Department at De La Salle University in Manila and a SPF Resident Fellow at Pacific Forum CSIS in Honolulu where he remains a Non-Resident Fellow. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a machine-gunner from 1998-2002 including operating in Afghanistan and Pakistan with Task Force 58 during 2001-2002. As an analyst for the Department of the Navy he worked on the U.S.-Royal Australian Navy joint heavyweight torpedo program and deployed in 2008 onboard USS Fort McHenry for Africa Partnership Station. He has published articles for the Diplomat, the Diplomatic Courier, Defense News, the Jamestown Foundation’s China Brief, Pacific Forum CSIS PacNet series, the U.S. Naval War College Review, and as RSIS Commentary.

Dr. Paul Hutchcroft is the Director of the School of International, Political & Strategic Studies at the Australian National University. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Macalester College and took up Southeast Asian studies at Yale University, where he completed an M.A. in International Relations and a Ph.D. in Political Science. He finished his dissertation while at the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies, and proceeded to fifteen years of service on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He joined the ANU in August 2008. His research interests include state formation and territorial politics, the politics of patronage, political reform and democratic quality, state-society relations, structures of governance, and corruption.

Dr. Julio Teehankee is an Associate Professor of Comparative Politics and International Development under the International Studies Department of De La Salle University. Currently, he is Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. He completed both his doctorate degree in Development Studies and his bachelor’s degree major in Political Science from DLSU. He earned his master’s degree in Political Science from the University of the Philippines.

MR. JUSTIN GOLDMAN

DR. PAUL HUTCHCROFT

DR. JULIO TEEHANKEE

HEALTH AND GLOBALIZATION

In line with the panel of health and public policy, the following seminars focus on the different health issues of the world and its effect to the international community and its globalization. The seminars conducted would include pertinent issues in health today such as the Ebola Virus outbreak and how it is dealt with in certain sectors in the international community and how they recognize it. The following seminars aim to inform the delegates of the importance of health in today’s world.

Suggested Seminar Subtopics:- Ebola Virus Outbreak - Women’s Health- Health As a Human Right

Gwendolyn Pang is the Secretary General of the Philippine Red Cross. By profession, Ms. Pang is a registered nurse. She started as a Red Cross youth Volunteer and became the director for Fundraising, where she created long-term projects to raise funds that ensure the operations of PRC. She also came up with the PRC fundraising roadmap, a fundraising strategy to initiate donor and donation programs. She then became the PRC’s first Deputy Secretary General and in 2009, she was unanimously voted as PRC’s Secretary-General.

Dr. Janette L. Garin is the Undersecretary to the Women, Children and Family Cluster of the Department of Health and a former member of the House of Representatives. Dr. Garin is a physician by profession, graduating cum laude with a degree in Medical Technology at the Divine Word University in Tacloban City. She became an academic scholar at the St. Luke’s College of Medicine. At the same time, she also delved into the political world. She became a board member of the Province of Leyte and after that for the Province of Iloilo for 6 years. As a policymaker, she advocated several health issues such as women’s health and amending laws and acts such as the Physician’s Act, Cheaper Medicine Law and Magna Carta for Women. Dr. Garin was also the first Filipino board member to the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank during its Sixth Annual Conference in Finland. She also represented the Philippines in various conferences by the Asian Forum of Parliamentarians on Population and Development.

Dr. Madeleine R. Valera is the current Undersecretary of Health Policy, Finance and Research Development Center of the Department of Health in the Philippines. She also holds the position of the Senior Vice President of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. She was a research fellow under the Pyle Fellowship and Pharmaceutical Policy Fellowship of DACP Harvard Medical School, covering topics such as health insurance benefits, development of outpatient drug benefits for vaccination and chronic illness and the development of the Medicare policy. Since 2000, she has also been a field tutor/mentor of the interns at Heidelberg University in Germany and the Youth Internship Program of the Canadian International Development Authority.

MS. GWENDOLYN PANG

DR. JANETTE GARIN

DR. MADELEINE VALERA

TOURS PART TWO : CHAPTER 4

SIGHTS TO REMEMBER The Philippines is a very tourism-oriented country, and there are truly many sights to see within and outside Metro Manila. From cultural edifices, to art galleries, even natural wonders, Manila has a lot to show to locals and visitors alike.

The HCOC wants to expose the delegates to the sights of Manila, to engage the mind and inspire the soul. With a cohesive package of tours before, during, and even after the conferece, the HCOC promises a memorable experience for the delegates.

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PRE-CONFERENCETOURS

ART TOUR The Philippines is mostly known for its natural wonders, but the country offers more depth than that. At the heart of its premier central business district, a vibrant art scene can be found as well. Filipino artists have been pouring their time and effort into creating art since time immemorial, and the museums featured here offer a glimpse of Philippine art from the past, present, and its possible future.

Museums like the Ayala Museum, dedicated to depicting and preserving works of art by both national artists and talented indigenous craftsmen, top this exciting overview of the Philippine art scene. On the other hand, the Silverlens Gallery offers a peek into contemporary art and new media here in the country. Finally, the Mind Museum offers a peek of art in action, as a tool to educate Filipinos about the wonders of the universe as seen by science.

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1. Ayala Museum

The Ayala Museum is surely an escape from the busy streets of Makati City. A museum that features contemporary art and Philippine history, it is composed of diverse artworks and collections.

Feast your eyes on the exhibition of more than one thousand gold artifacts and objects that have been preserved to showcase the kind of life that existed in the Philippines during pre-colonial times. Chinese and Southeast Asian ceramics are also displayed to remind us of how the Chinese formed trade relations with its neighbors, including the Philippines.

Get to know more about the baro’t saya through French diplomat Brejard’s collection of Philippine garments and marvel at the museum’s exquisitely crafted ship models that represented the old ships that were used by the Filipinos. The diorama experience is one of the most fascinating part of the museum as it depicts sixty majors events in Philippine history and even became a part of the Google Art Project.

2. Mind Museum

The Mind museum is a project of the non-profit Bonifacio Art Foundation, Inc. It is dedicated to providing an extraordinary

ART TOUReducational experience that inspires the public understanding of science by providing 250 interactive exhibits through five interconnected science concepts which are Atom, Earth, Life, Universe, and Technology. It is a member of the ASsociation of Science-Technology Centers and the Asia Pacific NEtwork of Science and Technology Centres, which is why it is considered as one of the best scientific museums in the Philippines.

3. Silverlens museum

Established in 2004, Silverlens was the first photography gallery in Southeast Asia. Having established its photography core, it

expanded to include exhibitions of the rest of the contemporary arts in 2008. Silverlens continues to serve as one of the leading contemporary art galleries in South East Asia. Recent collaborations include the Singapore Art Museum, New Museum in New York City, Museum of Contemporary Art and Design Manila, Busan Biennale, Aichi Triennale. Recent institutional collectors of Silverlens artists include LUMI Collection (Finland), Singapore Art Museum, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Collection (Manila) The museum has been participating in key international art fairs and collaborating with different art museums and institutions around the world.

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HISTORICAL TOUR During the Spanish colonization of the Philippines, Intramuros was the heart and core of old Manila, it basically was Manila. It was built in the 16th century AD, to serve as an elite closure. Intramuros means “within the walls” in Latin. Intramuros used to be the home of several Roman Catholic Churches until WWII, where most of the structures and churches inside the city were destroyed.

Manila was caught between The United States and Japan during the war and so, she became the playground and sustained the most damage.The walled city endured heavy shelling from the US Air Force and in the end, only two churches remained untouched; the San Agustin Church and the Manila Cathedral. A lot of structures still have a post WWII feel to it, so the visitors could really get the gist and the feeling of war and destruction.

This walled city is significant to the formation of the Philippines under the Spanish rule because it was the home of the Spanish viceroyalties and Governor- Generals. This place is one of the few remaining places in the Philippines where the Spanish Influence, in architecture and in language, is highly evident. In fact, the San Agutsin Church still offers the act of contrition or confession in Spanish! It was the Spaniards who have heavily influenced the Filipino life for example , siestas or afternoon naps, are well practiced in Philippines.

The diversity of the Filipino people could be traced back to this city and as such, the Filipinos could be understood better after seeing Intramuros. Stepping into Intramuros takes you back in time, where there were horse-drawn carriages on cobble stoned streets and ladies flitting around in their Maria Claras.

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a. San Agustin Church

The San Agustin Church is located inside the Intramuros. It was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1933 and was named a National Historic Landmark by the Philippine Government in 1976. It has stunning frescoes, chandeliers and A lot of people get married in this church so there is a high probability of seeing a bridal party.

The present church was completed on January 19, 1607 and thus becomes the oldest structure in Manila. It has met and survived several earthquake. During WWII however, it became a concentration camp wherein Japanese soldiers killed several Intramuros residents and clergy. The history of the Church is displayed in the reasonably new monastery

turned museum which was rebuilt in the 1970’s.

The Church has seen some of the most cruel plights which descended in Manila and, as global citizens it is important to understand the perils of war, and at the same time learn from the different circumstances which have led to it. Delegates will get to see the church itself and would get a tour around the museum. Delegates could also access the choir loft which is mostly made out of glowing hardwood.

b. Casa Manila.

Casa Manila is located across the San Agustin Church. It is a time capsule which transports a person back to the Spanish colonial era. This house showcases the opulent lifestyle of

HISTORICAL TOURthe Filipino Aristocracy in such a way that it is comprehensive to anybody. Delegates will get to imbibe and understand the lifestyle of Filipinos long ago. There is also a delightful cafe where the delegates could refresh themselves.

c. Fort Santiago Fort Santiago is a citadel first built by Spanish conquistador, Miguel López de Legazpi for the new established city of Manila in the Philippines. The defense fortress is part of the structures of the walled city of Manila referred to as Intramuros. It was intact until the last days of WW2 as bombings destroyed most of it during the Battle of Manila in February 1945 when the American forces returned to the Philippines.

The Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal was

imprisoned here before his execution at Luneta in 1898. The building which he was imprisoned in stands today as Rizal Shrine. Rizal Shrine now holds some of Rizal’s belongings such as books. Manuscripts and artwork.

d. Bahay Tsinoy

Bahay Tsnioy is a museum which celebrates the Filipino-Chinese culture. By visiting this museum the delegates will see how two separate cultures could live in harmony and ultimately produce the Tsinoy ( short for Chinese and Pinoy) heritage. Delegates who are interested in intercultural interaction will appreciate this museum. Bahay Tsinoy also promotes the understanding and the unification of two cultures.

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CITY TOUR The City Tour around Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, aims to help the delegates explore the two paradigms of the city and the country--the contemporary and the old. From the range of exciting destinations, the tour would provide an extraordinary experience of the contemporary and traditional way of presenting the unique culture and tradition of the Philippines and its people. The tour would cover visits from contemporary museums and theme parks to historical destinations that shaped the Philippines at present. Manila is the capital city of the Philippines. It is filled with memories of the humble beginnings of the country for it was the city where some of the most significant events in the history of the country took place. Most of the infrastructures and establishments found in the city reminds the people of the events that occurred in the past. In Manila, the delegates would be able to get a glimpse of what the Philippines was like decades ago--a one of a kind overview of the rich culture and tradition of the Philippines from the historical establishments found in the city.

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a. Manila Ocean Park

The Manila Ocean park is located in the city of Manila. It is the Philippine’s first world-class oceanarium and marine theme park which opened on March 1, 2008. The park is divided into sections which have different motifs and sea creatures. The park also has the country’s first and tallest musical fountain called the

“Aquatica Musical Fountain” which consists of water, lights, musical, and live performances. In this specific destination, the delegates would be able to see some of the very diverse marine creatures found in the Philippines.

b. Malacanang Palace

Malacanang Palace is the official residence and workplace of the President of the Philippines.

CITY TOURIt has been built in 1750. The palace was first occupied by Spanish Governor-Generals, then American Military and Civil Governors, and later the Philippine Presidents. We will be touring the delegates inside the palace where they can discover and get a glimpse of the country’s history.

c. Luneta Park

Luneta park is also known as Rizal Park is a historical urban park wherein several heroes of the Philippine revolution have been executed. The park is named after Dr. Jose Rizal, who is the national hero of the Philippines. The Rizal Monument, where the doctor’s remains have been interred stands high and proud. In the tour, the delegates would discover and learn more about the country’s national heroes and the stories behind them.

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PANEL FIELD TRIPS

MALACANAN PALACE

The Malacañang Palace is the official residence and principal workplace of the President of the Philippines. The palace witnessed the evolution in the Philippine history—starting from the Spanish occupation where it served as the residence of the Spanish Governor-General, up to the American colonialism where it served as the residence of the American governors, then finally, at present where it housed the Presidents of the Philippines. Inside the palace are features which caters to the public, allowing them to get a glimpse of the Philippine’s history in the context of the palace: The office of the Presidential Museum and the Malacanang Library. The museum was first established under the Macapagal administration for the purpose of collecting, identifying, and displaying relics accumulated during the respective incumbencies of the presidents of the Philippines. On the one hand, the library was first instituted in 1946 to serve as a general reference library for the use of Malacañang officials and employees, as well as students and researchers. Delegates will be exposed to the facilities used by the Philippine head of state to accommodate diplomats and other dignitaries. Likewise, the delegates will see mementos from different countries given as symbolic gifts to the president and the country.

SECURITY AND DIPLOMACY

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UNILAB PHILIPPINES

Unilab is the biggest pharmaceutical company distributor and manufacturer in the Philippines, with a market share of around 20 percent, which it has consistently maintained for more than three decades. Its product portfolio includes some of the biggest prescription and consumer healthcare brands in the country.

Established in 1945, Unilab today is the realization of the grand vision of its founders—to be a firmly established industry leader distinguished by its corporate culture that places people at the center of everything. It is a culture whose work ethic revolves around family and community, cooperation and sharing. Human asset as the greatest asset is a foundational value. It constantly strives to have its human resources strategy always tightly aligned with overall business strategy believing that this guarantees long-term business performance and growth. Unilab also provides quality and affordable healthcare products and services that promote and enrich life for all communities that it serves. In 2003 it was awarded as the Best Employers in Asia by Hewitt Associates and in 2009 it has been awarded the highest Philippine Quality Award for Performance Excellence.

HEALTH AND PUBLIC POLICY

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AYALA CORPORATION

“Maintaining a tradition of excellence, and integrity continuously through seven generations” allowed Ayala Corporation to exist for 180 years already. The corporation started its humble beginnings in 1834. Ayala Corporation in the Philippines leads in various business sectors such as real estate development, telecommunications, electronics and information technology, water infrastructure development and management, banking and financial services, business process outsourcing, and other new investments. The corporation has been actively contributing to key economic sectors in the Philippines. From this tour, the delegates will be able to see how Ayala Corporation does its business with world-class standards. Thedelegates will be able to learn how Ayala Corporation manages its thriving business which will allow them to gain insights in handling various businesses.

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP

PHILIPPINE ARENA

Philippine Arena, named as the world’s largest indoor arena with a maximum capacity of 55,000 people by Guinness World Records, is situated at Ciudad de Victoria in Bulacan, Philippines. The arena was first built to cater the followers of Iglesia ni Cristo (Church of Christ) which is a Christian religion in the Philippines. The arena reflects so much of the Philippine culture as it was inspired by objects related to Philippines’ culture—Narra tree, Banyan tree, and Nipa hut. Delegates who will be visiting the Philippine Arena will be able to experience and see Philippines’ culture and technological advancement. The tour aims to showcase the uniqueness of the arena--reflecting Philippines’ adaptation to other world-class structures, as well as Philippines’ unique culture.

TECHNOLOGY

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PHILIPPINE STOCK EXCHANGE Named as one of the oldest stock exchanges in Southeast Asia, which has been operating since 1927, Philippine Stock Exchange serves as the country’s official stock exchange which aids in strengthening the country’s economy by providing world-class security in terms trading and raising capital. The stock exchange is home to a very diverse set of companies, investors, and other stakeholders. It is located at the center of the business district of the Philippines, Makati Delegates under the Finance Panel will gain a first-hand experience on the processes involved in the making of Philippine’s dynamic economy. This will provide insights on how Philippines’ finance culture works and managed by the stock exchange.

FINANCE

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GK ENCHANTED FARM

Named after Bulacan’s Barangay Encanto (connoting supernatural origins in Filipino), , the Enchanted Farm is the canvas for Gawad Kalinga’s second phase of the 2024 road map to end poverty in the Philippines. Gawad Kalinga (GK) translated in English means to “give care”, is a Philippine- based movement that aims to end poverty by employing an integrated and holistic approach to empowerment with values-formation and leadership development at its core. Established in 2003, The Foundation currently works with over 2,000 communities and has been recognized as the 2006 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, 2012 Skoll Awardee for Social Entrepreneurship, and 2012 Social Entrepreneur of the World in the World Entrepreneurship Forum.

Once idle and unproductive, GK Enchanted Farm is being transformed into a landscape of vast potential that will sustain communities for generations to come. The Enchanted Farm in Bulacan follows a template that fuses three different concepts: a Village University for sustainable community development, a Silicon Valley for social entrepreneurship, and a Disneyland for social tourism.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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LA MESA ECO PARK

In September 2004, the La Mesa Eco Park was opened to the public having developed the surrounding 33-hecatare land of the La Mesa Watershed which was commissioned way back in 1929. Before its rehabilitation that began in 1999, the natural forest around the La Mesa dam was obliterated through the years due to the lack of efforts to protect and preserve it— informal settlers propagated and illegal logging operated. Through the endeavors of Balik Kalikasan, reforestation programs were initiated which truly revitalized the forest to what we know today as La Mesa Nature Reserve. Having reached completion of the forest rehabilitation in November 2012, La Mesa now serves as a “carbon sink”, absorbing 3% of Metro Manila’s carbon emissions. In order to generate funds to keep the nature reserve alive, the management decided to further develop the park, enhance it with recreational activities, and offer it to the public as La Mesa Eco Park.

ENERGY AND THE ENVIRONMENT

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POST-CONFERENCETOURS

The extravagant island province known as Palawan lures in people from the Metro, as well as excited foreign tourist. The recently labelled “World’s Best Island” for 2013 allows visitors to step away from the typical landscape and experience paradise. Get out of your comfort zone and dive into Palawan’s stunning underwater scenes, and be captivated by the wondrous works of nature. After which delegates may gaze upon the staggering limestone karsts located in the Underground River. The Palawan experience could also be elevated with a visit to Coron. The wedge-shaped limestone island is home to 7 lakes, including the acclaimed cleanest lake in the Philippines. To top off the paradise escapade, make your way towards El Nido. Proud of the elite El Nido resorts, guests grasp the opportunity to relax in the white-sand beaches, dive into crystal-clear waters and be amazed at the limestone cliffs that serve as a skyline to the marine sanctuaries. The delegates will be rest assured that their three-day stay in Palawan will be a relaxing and remarkable one as Palawan is also home to some of the best resorts. If it’s the ultimate paradise experience you’re craving for, then Palawan never fails to rise to the occasion!

PALAWAN

The beach that never sleeps; the island of Boracay serves as the most comfortable way to unwind. Less than an hour away from Manila by plane, guests are most likely to get sand between their toes for an inexpensive trip. Explore each station, for it caters to everyone with a distinct style of that “Boracay feel”. If you’re down for it, go ahead and have your hair braided by friendly local hairstylists. Walk the strip while sipping on a fruit shake says there is nothing but a good time ahead. And if you are feeling adventurous, ride a jet ski, go island hopping and even go scuba diving with the fishes for the ultimate tropical paradise experience. Resorts are at the most flexible price range if you’re travelling on a budget, however there are fancy places to reside in. One thing’s for sure, the delegates can enjoy a beach-front view from their rooms during their two-night stay in the wonderful island of Boracay. By night time, lights compensate for lost sunshine and the music keeps guests awake. Boracay is home to some of the most sought after parties, attracting people from all over the globe. Whether it’s ending the night with some laid back music, or having fun at a dance club—the white-sanded beach is the place to be.

BORACAY

Just a few minutes away from Laguna, Tagaytay is a mixture of mouth-watering restaurants, scenic spots, and even overlooks the Taal Lake. This steady road trip going up to Tagaytay is surely one to remember. Not only do visitors take advantage of Tagaytay’s breezy and cold weather due to its high location, but the different adventures that await them in the city. Young ones are sure to fancy the Sky Ranch Theme Park. This newly built attraction spot gives kids a reason to return, as well as young-at-heart individuals. Hop on a Ferris wheel capsule and experience towering over the eye-catching 360 view of Tagaytay. Pass by the Tagaytay Picnic Grove or even have lunch, the foggy hill won’t disappoint. And if its adventure you’re after, the delegates may opt to cross over to Taal Volcano via boat to see the fascinating work of nature up close. Cap off the night at the creative café’s, desert over at Bag of Beans leaves no room for more with their delicious Barako Coffee and homemade pies. There are just truly so many wonderful things to experience in Tagaytay. Hotels can be found almost everywhere within the city to readily accommodate the delegates during their one to two-night stay and let them relax after a day of once in a lifetime experiences. It’s a trip back to the city with all smiles, telling yourself there’s more to see in the beautiful city that is Tagaytay.

TAGAYTAY

Walking through the streets of Vigan is truly a blast into the past. One of the few remaining 16th century town in the Philippines, it was hailed as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Vigan is a perfect example of one of the main trading towns during the Spanish colonial period. Its beautiful Spanish architecture will not only make its visitors feel like they were in old Spain, but it will also give them a sense of understanding towards the history of Vigan. Here, not only can the delegates admire the scenery, but they can also go shopping for locally made products, ride a kalesa or a horse-drawn vehicle and taste the delicious empanada of Vigan. Lastly, they can visit the Saint Augustine Church and marvel at its simplicity, its history and how it was reconstructed after the World War II. Due to Vigan’s popularity to both locals and tourists, there are different hotels that can readily cater the delegates’ two-night stay in Vigan and for them to fully enjoy and immerse themselves into the old Philippine culture that is within Vigan.

VIGAN

Bataan rings a chord in the heart of every Filipino. It is a symbol of democracy and freedom – a memorial to the gallant Filipino-American defenders of Bataan who fought decisive battles that delayed the timetable of the well-equipped and better trained Japanese Imperial forces, and changed the course of history in the Pacific.

Obscure and relatively unknown before World War II, Bataan was founded in 1754 by Governor General Pedro Manuel Arandia.

Bataan has more than its share of significant historical events: in 1574, the dreaded Chinese Limahong used Lusong point at the western side of Bataan as a landing place; in 1647, the Dutch Naval Forces perpetrated the Abucay Massacre; and the Bataan Death March to Capas, Tarlac started in the municipalities of Mariveles and Bagac. Today, touching commemorative shrines are dedicated to the memory of those who resisted the Japanese occupation – a bayonet thrust into the ground with a helmet symbolically slung over the riffle butt to mark the start of the Death March; and the imposing Dambana ng Kagitingan on top of Mt. Samat in Pilar, Bataan.

Bataan is a province faced with a challenge. It is on the verge of becoming both an extensive industrialization hub and a tourist haven which may well be the equivalent of the dynamic force it exuded in its historic past.

BATAAN

DELEGATERELATIONS PART TWO : CHAPTER 5

END-TO-END SERVICE

Throughout the conference, the delegate services desk will be in the hotel lobby that would assist delegates with their inquiries regarding the delegate and conference information, location information, and communication assistance. The delegate kit and souvenir will also be distributed in this area during the registration day. Should the delegates have any concerns on their delegate kit and souvenirs, they could approach the organizers assigned at the services desk.

The delegate and conference information would provide them with the necessary details regarding the program, speakers, seminars and personal needs of the delegates related to the conference such as certificates, food stubs, and seminar and case study assignments. The location information would provide delegates with city map and transportation assistance. Lastly, the communication assistance would provide delegates with contact details of restaurants, malls, hotels around the area as well as contact details in case of emergency. The delegate services desk will be open 7 in the morning until 5 in the afternoon. In case the delegate services desk is already closed, delegates are free to send the organizing committee or their Delegate Buddies a message via text or email.

DELEGATE SERVICES

BASIC INFORMATION

WEATHER The Philippines during August is often characterized by warm mornings and gradually rising temperatures in the afternoon and cool, cloudy evenings with a slight chance of rain. Temperature regularly ranges from a high of 32 degrees Celsius or 90 degrees Fahrenheit to a low of 25 degrees Celsius or 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

Average rainfall for the month of August is at 190mm, 10mm above the national average of 180mm.

TIPPING Tipping, in the Philippines, is optional – especially when service charge is included in the bill. If one is to give a tip, 10%-20% of the bill is enough but, if not, a sincere and warm expression of gratitude for the given service will do the job.

COST OF LIVING Metropolitan Manila has a lower cost of living compared to other cities, and ranks as one of the least expensive destinations in the world. The average cost of a three-course meal in a good restaurant is a mere $18, compared to about $95 in other cities, according to CIO Wealth Management Research’s Prices and Earnings report. Furthermore, the prices for goods and services like food, water, and transportation, are lower than most world cities, ensuring that the delegates can get the most value for their money.

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POWER The voltage used in the Philippines is 220V, with frequency of 60Hz. When traveling to the Philippines, you may consider a voltage converter if your devices do not support 220V at 60Hz. 2-pin plugs or “Type A” power sockets are commonly used in the Philippines. The pins fit the standard United States 2-pin plugs. If you are using an appliance or device that uses a 3-pin plug, it is advisable to bring an adapter with you. Adapters can be bought in local supermarkets and hardware stores in an inexpensive price.

COMMUNICATIONS The Philippines has two major telecommunications companies, one of which is our sponsor, Globe Telecom. These networks along with the other smaller networks offer prepaid simcards. These simcards can be purchased almost everywhere, more specifically in convenience stores and information outlets at any major mall.

These sim cards come with free usable calls and text messages after purchase. However, should your balance run out, prepaid loading stations can be found everywhere. On the other hand, services like Viber, Line, and Kakao Talk are also very effective means of communication in the Philippines, as many free Wi-Fi hotspots are scattered around the city. A reliable 3G and 4G network is available througout Metro Manila, with especially fast speeds around Makati, the Pasay-Manila area, and BGC, which are the locales of the conference.

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Tourism in the Philippines is a major contributor to the reputation of the country. With more than 4 million tourists last 2013 and almost 3 million tourists for the first half of 2014, the Philippines has been remarkably renowned not only for its magnificent spots but also for its hospitable culture. For this conference, we want all participants to maximize their stay in the Philippines. Through our Delegate Buddy System participants will not be only limited to experiencing the beauty and hospitality of the country during the conference but also outside of it during their own leisure time.

The idea of the Delegate Buddy System is that participants can discover more if they are able to maximize their experiences during their stay and the system creates a way to connect participants with people that can help them create their journey more worthwhile. Through the Delegate Buddy System, a Lasallian volunteer will be paired up with five delegates (1:5 ratio). These volunteers enables the participants to become more comfortable in the new environment through assisting them during their stay. They serve as the personal hotlines of the delegates and they are trained individuals from the De La Salle Project for

DELEGATE BUDDY SYSTEM Asian and International Relations (DLSPAIR) and different university organizations that specializes in International relations such as the European Studies Association (ESA), Organization for American Studies (AMSTUD), Nihon Kenkyuu Kai (NKK), United International Students Organization (UNISTO) and the International Association of Students in Economic and Commercial Sciences (AIESEC). All volunteers will undergo series of trainings that will equip them with the necessary skills and competencies to cater to the needs of the delegates. The delegate buddies will be the contact persons and companions for the participants during their stay for the conference. Aside from this system, we will also be setting up a delegate service desk where all the delegates are free to approach the organizers assigned in the area and ask them questions or if they have any concerns regarding the conference.

Through this system, we are able to easily respond to the different concerns of the participants during the conference and we can ensure their security as well. The system ensures delegates that all will be accessible throughout the conference.

TRAVEL

FLIGHTS & VISAS

Manila is located at the heart of South East Asia as it is easily found in the center. Located above the Philippines is Taiwan, to the West, Vietnam, to the East, is the Pacific Ocean and Guam and to the South is Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia and Singapore. Manila offers flights to almost all destinations; different major airlines also ply the Manila route.

For the conference, we will be offering discounted flights to and from the Philippines for everyone through our travel agency partner Manjekom Travel. They will also be helping us in our post conference tours in need of flights to any destination inside or outside the Philippines

The kind of visa required for entering the Philippines depends on several factors such as age, nationality, purpose and duration of the visit. Delegates who wish to apply for a temporary visitor’s visa should go to the Philippine Embassy or Consulate that has jurisdiction over their place of residence or country of origin. However, the Philippines has several memoranda that allow citizens of other countries to stay for certain periods without a visa.

The Host Country Organizing Committee, in partnership with the Department of Tourism and the Department of Foreign Affairs, will offer expedited visa processing for delegates to the conference. Likewise, the Host University will be sending invitations to the delegates, assisting their visa processing. The Internal and Delegate Relations committee will likewise be ready to assist delegates with the requirements for visa application.

Credit: Phlippine Airlines

VISA GUIDE

VISA-FREE ENTRY: 30 Days

VISA-FREE ENTRY: 59 Days

VISA REQUIRED

Legend

Delegates from countries mapped in light orange above who are traveling to the Philippines are allowed to enter the Philippines without visas for a stay not exceeding thirty (30) days, provided they hold valid tickets for their return journey to port of origin or next port of destination and their passports are valid for a period of at least six (6) months beyond the period of stay. Holders of Brazil passport and Israel passports are allowed to enter the Philippines without a visa for a stay not exceeding fifty-nine (59) days. Holders of

Hong Kong and Macau are allowed to enter the Philippines for a stay not exceeding seven (7 days) All delegates from other countries require a temporary visitor’s visa to enter the Philippines. The remaining countries would require a temporary visitor’s visa before arrival to the Philippines. Delegates who wish to apply for a temporary visitor’s visa should go to the Philippine Embassy or Consulate that has jurisdiction over their place of residence or country of origin.

TAXIS Taxi cabs in the Philippines serve as one of the most convenient modes of transportation in the country. Commuters can take the taxi cab to reach almost any place within the Metro Manila area. The minimum fare for a taxi cab costs 40Php (0.92USD) but in some instances airport cabs’ (usually colored yellow) cost start around 70Php (1.62USD). Filipinos usually tip taxi drivers with the range of 10% to 20% of the price for the service, but it is not necessary to do so.

Hailing a taxi cab in Manila is easy since taxi cabs can be found almost everywhere they are abundant especially on major roads in the city. Nonetheless several mobile phone applications make it easier for one to hail a cab. GrabTaxi (both available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store) is one of the most popular application for a taxi-on-request service although, requesting for cabs using this app has an extra charge. Cabs are also parked and waiting for passengers near malls, hotels, and other public establishments. When you decide to go by taxi, we recommend that you write down the plate number and company of the taxi (usually found on all corners of the cab) should you have any concerns during and after the commute.

UBER

Uber is an app-based chauffeur service. That gets you a car and personal driver, that you only pay per use. It’s different from the two other apps since its more of a chauffer service instead of a taxi ride. You ride on a private car for rent instead of hailing a taxi. You are also able to grab a friend or another passenger so that you can split the bill after the trip. They have a base fare of 90Php (2.07USD) and an additional 2.10Php(0.05USD) per minute or 12.92Php(0.30USD) per kilometer. (Minimum fare must be 120Php (2.75USD)

GETTING A TAXI

GRABTAXI EASYTAXI

GrabTaxi is a smartphone-based taxi booking and dispatching service. Their vision is to revamp the Philippines’ taxi industry, making it a safer and more efficient means of transport. GrabTaxi lets you find the taxi nearest you in less than a minute with just two taps, just open the app and know how many taxis are near you. It provides you transparency in information of your taxi booking – driver’s name, plate number, phone number, and estimated fare. All you have to pay is the metered fare and an additional 70Php (1.61USD) booking fee.

EasyTaxi is one of the world’s biggest taxi booking applications. It is an app that allows passengers to easily, with one-click, request for a taxi and track it in real time. EasyTaxi can book any taxi upon request and you wouldn’t have any problems being late anymore. Just confirm your location and wait for the app to assign a driver just for you. You can contact easily your driver in case you left something during the ride. All you have to pay is the metered fare. No extra charges when using Easy Taxi and the taximeter only starts running after you board.

BUSES

Buses, are more expensive than taking the jeepneys – the cheapest bus ride costs 12Php (0.28USD). The fare depends on the distance travelled. There are two types of buses in Manila: the typical bus and the provincial bus. City buses ply the major thoroughfares of Manila, linking different places within the city together. On the other hand, provincial buses transport people to and from the areas surrounding Manila. Provincial buses usually have scheduling hours depending on the bus line. There are also airconditioned and non-airconditioned buses. The rush hours in Manila are usually from 7am to 10am and from 4am to 6pm.

RAIL

There are two major rail transit systems in the Philippines namely the Manila Light Rail Transit (LRT) and the Manila Metro Rail Transit (MRT), both located and interconnected in the heart of Metro Manila. The LRT has two lines, the LRT1 (also known as the Yellow and Green Lines) and LRT2 (also known as the Purple Line). The LRT1 travels everyday within 20 stations from the North to South from Monumento Station to Baclaran. The systems is also lined with Taft Avenue, a major road in Manila where several major landmarks in Manila can be located including De La Salle University. Moreover, LRT1 serves as a bridge for the LRT2 and the MRT. Passengers can transfer to the LRT2 at Doroteo Jose station, while transfer to the MRT can be done through either the EDSA or North Avenue stations. The LRT2 has 10 stations that operates from East to West connecting Manila to Quezon City. The MRT (also known as the blue line) is another variant of train that is accessible in Metro Manila. There are thirteen stations in MRT (which traces the route of the historic EDSA)– from Taft Avenue to North Avenue station. Thousands of passengers ride the rail transits everyday – it is really crowded from 6am to 9am in the morning and 5pm to 8pm in the evening (known as “rush hours”), because a lot of people are commuting during these hours.

LRT 1 fare ranges from 12php (0.28USD) to 20php (0.48USD), while LRT 2 fare costs 12php (0.28USD) to 15php (0.35USD). Similar to the LRT, the MRT fare is really cheap – one will only spend at around 10Php (0.23USD) -15Php (0.35USD) depending on the distance of the destination. Commuters who choose to ride the rail system should remember to leave early and pack light since lines for the train could be long and crowded.

JEEPNEYS

The Philippine Jeepney is the colorful and functional vehicular alteration to the remnants of the U.S. Jeeps during WWII. The Jeepneys are a very popular mode of transportation, where the minimum fare is 7.00 pesos or approximately 0.1 USD. One can usually flag down a jeepney anywhere, much like a taxi. To pay for the ride, one usually passes the fare to the passengers nearer to the driver. One also has to make eye contact with the driver while stating the destination; this is so that the driver will know how much change to give. It is the most common form of transportation anywhere in the Philippines and one of the most convenient. The great thing about jeepneys is that it certainly shows the Filipino culture, from its flamboyant design, to the different etiquette followed within, it’s worth a ride.

MARKETING &CORPORATE PART TWO : CHAPTER 6

Being an international conference, inviting people from all around the globe, HPAIR, together with DLSPAIR, should make it a point as to publicity of the conference. Marketing becomes a key point as it not only raises awareness but also bring about interest with regard to the conference. Such promotion would then be used as an avenue towards informing and engaging with the public.

Objectives: Before the conference:•Inform the public and spark their curiosity about the conference. This curiosity would then be cultivated to a point where joining the conference would become a prime concern. • Create more awareness, not only with the conference, but also both HPAIR and DLSPAIR in light of the international scene.

During the conference: • Notify the people with the ongoing events in the conference making the information and knowledge not only available to those part of the conference, but also those interested with it. This would then engage people with the summit, though they may not be necessarily part of it.

After the conference: • Continue the conversations with the people as to keep their thoughts on the conference. This would then enhance and form long- term relations with those involved.

Medium:Social Media • Online website: - dlspair.org - hpair.org • Rappler • Facebook Fan Page • Twitter • Instagram • Youtube:

MARKETING PLAN - DLSPAIR - HPAIR • Sina Weibo • Renren

External Relations • ASEAN University Network • International Association of Lasallian Universities • Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities • Individual International Linkages

Traditional Media • Television • Print • Radio • Campus News: - The LaSallian - Pahayagang Plaridel - Green Giant FM •dlsu.edu.ph

Target Market:Primary: College students (Bachelor, Master and/or PhD) Age: 18-30 Secondary: Working Professionals and/or fresh from graduation Age: 24-35

Strategies:

Before the conference: Social Media and the External Linkages would be used as the approach towards information dissemination. Various forms of advertising such as teaser videos, print ads, and the like would be released to increase awareness. One particular use of social media would be the targeted ads on facebook and Rappler. Upon reaching desired awareness, details regarding the conference would be regularly updated on the different social media platforms stated above. The external linkages would become an avenue to further communicate the reach to several markets. Formal invitations, through such linkages, will be sent to universities asking students to apply. Application for the conference

MARKETING PLAN

will be made available on the website, dlspair. org. Traffic within the website will also be monitored. Accepted delegates will be given the option to post a picture on instagram with them holding a sign of their chosen panel. Such pictures would use a uniformed hashtag, this hashtag will make it easier for the HPAIR instagram account to “regram” and create more noise in cyberspace.

During the conference:

Upon the confirmation of President Noynoy Aquino to speak, the Presidential Communications Operations Office (PCOO) will then invite various journalists. Sponsors for telecommunications will also give out sim cards in order for communication between the delegates and HCOC staff; text blasts will be sent with respect to important announcements. Ongoing updates on twitter will be posted as to who is the current speaker and what he or she is talking about. Instagram will also be used to commemorate the speakers. To allocate the further capability of such social media, 15-second highlight clips will also be posted (Instagram and Youtube); these clips will encompass prime happenings in the conference. A uniformed hashtag will be used on all social mediums for the conference to easily trend (different from the one used before the conference). These updates will make the conference more personal towards the delegates and those interested. Traffic online will still be monitored. Prior to starting a new day in the conference, email newsletters will be sent to the delegates with regard to the events that went through the previous day. These newsletters will also help in making information distributed, especially towards the panels. Delegates belonging to one panel may also acquire knowledge from the other panels through the newsletters.

After the conference:

Photos and videos taken by the media team will be posted, or rather uploaded, per day in line with the schedule of the conference. The different news stories and journalists invited by the PCOO will be releasing articles making the events and knowledge learned highly recognized. Such publications released by the various campus news will be made available online through dlsu.edu.ph, TheLasallian (thelasallian.com), Pahayagang Plaridel and Green Giant FM (greengiantfm.dlsu.edu.ph). The Office for Strategic Communications of DLSU (STRATCOM) will also help out with the trimedia. Continuous connection, on the other hand, with the delegates would be further heightened through groups on Facebook, Renren and the like. In the groups a link to a feedback form is then asked to be answered by the delegates. With the use of google-documents, the feedback form will become the means of assessment regarding the overall success of the conference. Two video productions will be released as means of celebrating the success of the 2015 Harvard Conference held in Manila; this will be posted on youtube. The first being the “Manila Experience,” delegates will be asked to talk about their experience throughout their stay in Manila. The second video production, on the other hand, will show the runthrough and highlights of the conference.

A SOLID BASE OF SUPPORT We wanted to provide an accessible conference: a conference that gives the delegates the best value for their money. We also wanted to provide financial security for the conference proper, to ensure that we can provide the best with certainty.

To wit, we have been engaging with several companies whose goals align with ours, and are interested in supporting the conference. In addition to this, we have been garnering the support of key government agencies and institutions to offer a solid foundation of support for the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference here in Manila.

O U R P A R T N E R S

P R O S P E C T I V E S P O N S O R S

G O V E R N M E N T A G E N C I E S

A SOLID BASE OF SUPPORT We wanted to provide an accessible conference: a conference that gives the delegates the best value for their money. We also wanted to provide financial security for the conference proper, to ensure that we can provide the best with certainty.

To wit, we have been engaging with several companies whose goals align with ours, and are interested in supporting the conference. In addition to this, we have been garnering the support of key government agencies and institutions to offer a solid foundation of support for the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference here in Manila.

O U R P A R T N E R S

P R O S P E C T I V E S P O N S O R S

G O V E R N M E N T A G E N C I E S

SUPPORT LETTERSAyala Corporation

SUPPORT LETTERSGlobe Telecom

SUPPORT LETTERSPhilippine Airlines

SUPPORT LETTERSSecurity Bank

SUPPORT LETTERSTourism Promotions Board

SUPPORT LETTERSCity of Makati

SUPPORT LETTERSDepartment of Foreign Affairs

SUPPORT LETTERSForeign Service Institute

SUPPORT LETTERSProfessor See Seng Tan

Nanyang Technological University, Block S4, Level B4, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798

Tel: +65 6790 6982 | Fax: +65 6794 0617 | www.rsis.edu.sg

NTU Reg. No: 200604393R

October 6, 2014 HPAIR Organizing Committee The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) CGIS South, S115, 1730 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02138 U.S.A. Dear HPAIR Organizing Committee, Greetings, I write in full support of De La Salle University’s bid to host HPAIR Asia 2015. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that Manila will be an excellent host for HPAIR Asia 2015 as Manila will also play host to several numerous international meetings such as the scheduled Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministerial and Leadership meetings also scheduled for August 2015. The Philippines has been at the forefront of several political, economic and social developments. These, I believe, are very good reasons for HPAIR to host its next conference in the heart of the capital of the Philippines. HPAIR, convening some of the world’s greatest leaders and minds will truly help shape the next generation of leaders. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that the academically enriching environment with diverse speakers from different backgrounds and fields of proficiency which De La Salle can and will provide will help increase the diversity of your conference with De La Salle’s participation. I hope you will allow De La Salle University the opportunity to help host and ensure the success of your conference here in Metro Manila, Philippines. Thank you very much. Sincerely,

See Seng Tan, Ph.D. Deputy Director, Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies Head, Centre for Multilateralism Studies Associate Professor S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) DID: +65 6790 4277 Email: [email protected]

SUPPORT LETTERSProfessor William Tow

15 October 2014 Professor William TowHead of Department

Department of International RelationsSchool of International, Political and Strategic StudiesCollege of Asia & the PacificCanberra ACT 2601 Australia

+61 2 6125 8850

[email protected]

CRICOS Provider No. 00120C

HPAIR Organizing CommitteeThe Harvard Project for Asianand International Relations (HPAIR)CGIS South, S115, 1730 Cambridge St.Cambridge, MA 02138USA

Dear HPAIR Organizing Committee,

I am extending my full support for De La Salle University’s bid to host the 2015 HPAIR Asian Conference.

Together with De La Salle University, I believe that Manila will be an excellent host for HPAIR Asia 2015 as it will also play host to several international meetings such as the scheduled Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministerial and Leadership meetings, also scheduled in August 2015. The Philippines has been at the forefront of several political, economic, and social developments. These, I believe, are very good reasons for HPAIR to host its next conference in the heart of the capital of the Philippines.

HPAIR, convening some of the world’s greatest leaders and minds, will truly help shape the next generation of leaders. With this, I would like to support De La Salle University by serving as a panel speaker should its bid to host HPAIR Asia 2015 be successful. De La Salle University’s determination to create an academically enriching environment by involving diverse speakers from different backgrounds and fields of proficiency is impressive. In this context, I will be more than happy to help increase the diversity of the conference with my participation.

I hope you will give De La Salle the opportunity to help host and ensure the success of your conference in Metro Manila, Philippines. Thank you very much.

Yours sincerely,

William T TowProfessor and Head, Department of International Relations, IPSCollege of Asia and the PacificThe Australian National University

SUPPORT LETTERSMr. Bill Hayton

SUPPORT LETTERSDr. Aileen Baviera

SUPPORT LETTERSDr. Charmaine Misalucha

7 October 2014 HPAIR Organizing Committee The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) CGIS South, S115, 1730 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02138 U.S.A Dear HPAIR Organizing Committee, I am extending my full support for De La Salle University’s bid to host the 2015 HPAIR Asian Conference. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that Manila will be an excellent host for HPAIR Asia 2015 as it will also play host to several international meetings such as the scheduled Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministerial and Leadership meetings, also scheduled in August 2015. The Philippines has been at the forefront of several political, economic, and social developments. These, I believe, are very good reasons for HPAIR to host its next conference in the heart of the capital of the Philippines. HPAIR, convening some of the world’s greatest leaders and minds will truly help shape the next generation of leaders. With this, I would like to help De La Salle University co-host the conference by serving as a panel speaker. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that an academically enriching environment comes with diverse speakers from different backgrounds and fields of proficiency and I will be more than happy to help increase the diversity of the your conference with my participation. Truly, we hope you allow us the opportunity to help host and ensure the success of your conference here in Metro Manila, Philippines and with De La Salle University. Thank you very much. Yours, Charmaine G. Misalucha, PhD Assistant Professor International Studies Department De La Salle University Manila, Philippines

SUPPORT LETTERSProf. Justin Goldman

17 October 2014 HPAIR Organizing Committee The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) CGIS South, S115, 1730 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02138 U.S.A Dear HPAIR Organizing Committee, I am extending my full support to De La Salle University’s bid to host the 2015 HPAIR Asian Conference. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that Manila will be an excellent host for HPAIR Asia 2015 as this coincides with it playing host to multiple international meetings such as the scheduled Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministerial and Leadership meetings scheduled in August 2015. The Philippines has been at the forefront of key political, economic, and social developments in recent years. Hosting the next HPAIR conference in the heart of the Philippine capital would capitalize on the exciting developments taking place in the country. HPAIR, convening some of the world’s greatest leaders and minds, plays a critical role in shaping the next generation of leaders. As such, I would like to help De La Salle University co-host the conference by serving as a panel speaker. Together with De La Salle University, I feel an academically enriching environment is one that includes diverse speakers from various backgrounds and experiences. I am more than happy to help increase the range of participants by contributing as a speaker. I hope you see fit to extend De La Salle University the opportunity to serve as the host of HPAIR Asia 2015 and together we can ensure the success of the conference here in Manila. Thank you so much for your consideration. Yours,

Justin Goldman Associate Research Fellow in Military Studies S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies

SUPPORT LETTERSProf. Raif Emmers

SUPPORT LETTERSDr. Stefal Talmon & Prof. Paul Hutchcroft

SUPPORT LETTERSDr. Renato De Castro

7 October 2014 HPAIR Organizing Committee The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) CGIS South, S115, 1730 Cambridge St. Cambridge, MA 02138 U.S.A Dear HPAIR Organizing Committee, I am extending my full support for De La Salle University’s bid to host the 2015 HPAIR Asian Conference. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that Manila will be an excellent host for HPAIR Asia 2015 as it will also play host to several international meetings such as the scheduled Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Ministerial and Leadership meetings, also scheduled in August 2015. The Philippines has been at the forefront of several political, economic, and social developments. These, I believe, are very good reasons for HPAIR to host its next conference in the heart of the capital of the Philippines. HPAIR, convening some of the world’s greatest leaders and minds will truly help shape the next generation of leaders. With this, I would like to help De La Salle University co-host the conference by serving as a panel speaker. Together with De La Salle University, I believe that an academically enriching environment comes with diverse speakers from different backgrounds and fields of proficiency and I will be more than happy to help increase the diversity of the your conference with my participation. Truly, we hope you allow us the opportunity to help host and ensure the success of your conference here in Metro Manila, Philippines and with De La Salle University. Thank you very much. Yours,

Professor Renato Cruz De Castro Professor International Studies Department De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines.

SUPPORT LETTERSProf. Francois-Xavier Bonnet

SUPPORT LETTERSProf. Ricardo Lim & Asian Institute of Management

SUPPORT LETTERSEuropean Studies Association

4 September 2014

TO: Mr. Jonathan Beltran Executive Director De La Salle Project for Asian and International Relations (DLSPAIR) FROM: Erin Dashielle Valerio President

European Studies Association

RE: European Studies Association for DLSPAIR’s Delegate Buddy

System

Greetings in St. La Salle!

This is to certify that we, the European Studies Association (ESA), agree to

volunteer our officers and members to DLSPAIR’s Delegate Buddy system for

the HPAIR Asia Conference 2015. We believe that this, coupled with the

exceptional Filipino trait of hospitality, will make the delegates feel more

comfortable during the conference itself. Also, we believe it is a great way for the

delegates and volunteers to build friendships.

On behalf of the organisation, we would like to express our gratitude for

considering us for your Delegate Buddy system. We wish you all the best for your

endeavors.

Sincerely,

Erin Dashielle Valerio President European Studies Association

SUPPORT LETTERSNihon Kenkyu Kai

August 6, 2014

Jonathan BeltranExecutive DirectorDe La Salle Project for Asian and International RelationsDe La Salle University

Dear Mr. Beltran,

Greetings in St. La Salle!

Nihon Kenkyuu Kai or the Japan Studies Society is a professional organization of De La Salle University for Japanese Studies Majors and students who are interested in Japan. Also known as NKK, our organization fosters mutual understanding in building bridges of friendship between the Filipinos and the Japanese. NKK is a channel for interested students to learn about the different aspects of Japanese culture, traditions, customs and its people. While the organization aims to promote the Japanese culture and language, we also believe that our own Filipino culture should be promoted as well thorugh our weekly organizational activities. Furthermore, during our interactions with foreign Japanese exchange students, we always do our best to instill our well-known Filipino trait of being hospitable towards other people. Therefore, we would like to establish a partnership between our organizations.

For the upcoming HPAIR Conference in 2015, our organization is willing to partake in the “Delegate Buddy System” proposed by De La Salle Project for Asian and International Relations wherein one Lasallian volunteer will be paired with ten (10) delegates. The student representatives from our organization will be carefully selected through a screening process with the approval of our advisers. Furthermore, the participants for the screening process will come from the recommendations of our faculty advisers.

Thank you very much!

Sincerely,

Kathleen Claire R. Girang PresidentNihon Kenkyuu Kai0917 812 8897 | [email protected]

SUPPORT LETTERSAmerican Studies Association

September 4, 2014

Mr. Jonathan BeltranExecutive DirectorDe La Salle Project for Asian and International Relations (DLSPAIR)

Dear Mr. Beltran,

Greetings!

One of the earliest purposes of The Organization for American Studies is to spread American culture within the student body of the De La Salle University. Due to some consistent developments within the organization’s external relations, AMSTUD has extended its reach beyond the university. And with the occurrence of the incoming HPAIR Asia Conference 2015, AMSTUD would like to further one of its earliest purposes through the Delegate Buddy System.

AMSTUD is truly grateful and excited for this opportunity to participate in the Delegate Buddy System.

This letter would serve as The Organization for American Studies’ volunteer pledge for the HPAIR Asia Conference 2015’s Delegate Buddy System. AMSTUD volunteers will pledge to undergo the specified trainings that will happen under the DLSPAIR. AMSTUD volunteers will also pledge to participate in assisting and accommodating the different international delegates of the said confer-ence.

Should there be any concerns, any DLSPAIR representative may contact Eunice M. Carreon, incumbent president of AMSTUD, through 09228171641. They may also contact the incumbent pres-ident of the following school year should there be any concerns after the term of Ms. Carreon.

Thank you and God Bless!

In St. La Salle,

Eunice M. CarreonPresidentThe Organization for American Studies

APPENDICESPART THREE

THE TEAM

The Manila Host Country Organizing Committee is composed of De La Salle University’s most experienced and dedicated innovators. The committee members emanate from varied backgrounds and from different fields of study such as, business & marketing management, political science, economics, computer technology, and communication arts. A united front, we believe that the diversity we possess is our core foundation as we are able to impart our expertise into a common goal, to make the 2015 HPAIR Asia Conference a thriving one. The team is similarly highly experienced, given that more than halfhas been able to attend a number of HPAIR’s conference. Also, the team is highly motivated in every task they undertake and very much detail oriented; they are highly enthusiastic and extremely prepared to bring back HPAIR to Manila, but most especially to our treasured alma mater, De La Salle University.

This bid is very imperative to us. As a matter of fact, it’s much vital than anything we can imagine. This bid gives us a massive opportunity to showcase the present growth and progress of our nation, in all aspects: politically, socially, and economically. It is a bid to showcase the Philippines’ flourishing cultures and diversity and its ceaseless transformation. Also, it is a bid that gives us a chance to bring together individuals from all walks of life, and the reality to provide them with an outlet wherein they are able to create and share consequential exchanges.

We are the Host Country Organizing Committee. This 2015, we’re bringing it back to Manila.

WHO WE ARE

Corporate Relations: The Corporate Relations team will mainly seek for sponsors for the conference and as well maintain close relations to its Marketing Managers or CEO’s of different companies. They should also ensure that all sponsors get an extra mileage out of their generous sponsorship to further strengthen the relationship established between HPAIR and the sponsor.

Conference Programming: The Conference Programming team is in charge of inviting prestigious speakers to the conference and as well as to make sure that while the conference is running, every speaker and all their needs are met with utmost satisfaction. They are also in charge of maintaining the orderliness of the conference, which includes the registration booths and other activities during the conference.

Operations and Logistics: The Operations team is in charge of all the auxiliary events of the conference. This includes all social events such as the Opening Ceremony, International Night and Gala Dinner. They shall ensure that all of these events will run smoothly and will be executed as planned. They are also in charge of collaborating with different organizations to make the events highly successful and unforgettable.

Delegate Relations The Delegate Relations team will make sure that all the delegates are comfortable during their stay in the country. They are in charge of visa fast tracking for delegates and as well as to relay information for them and make sure they are safe, secure and content. They will provide all the necessities for the delegates and speakers to make sure that their experience in the country is worthwhile.

Marketing & Communications: The Marketing and Communications team will be responsible for disseminating information about the conference, through media, external linkages, and other methods. The team will also be responsible for the creation and design of conference materials in cooperation with their counterparts at the Harvard Organizing Committee

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

When people come together, great things happen; whatever the purpose is. This is one belief I have gained throughout my university experience. After having been to 3 HPAIR conferences, and 1 unsuccessful bidding attempt last year, it has taught me a lot of things, most importantly that is; to never give up as long as you know you have a fighting chance. I am most grateful to everyone for still believing in me however far and challenging the journey is--since majority of the bidding team members are still with me in this journey despite recent loss. Fighting for principles and beliefs, convening the world’s greatest minds and still helping the world become a better place, I remain.

JONATHAN BELTRANExecutive Director

I entered college with the belief that there is value in learning from every experience. I joined the student government a couple of years ago as a means to make a difference in my community and encourage others to do the same. In a short span of time, I met people who led me to believe that idealism was indeed, still alive in the youth. This breathed a new life into me and gave me a sense of purpose and meaning. In the same way, HPAIR continues to motivate and empower me to be at the forefront of issues that affect our world in the hopes of finding solutions to these elusive problems. It promotes a culture of leadership and provides a renewed sense of hope in that one leader is able to touch another.

There is a certain gratification to be gained when one manages to gain new experiences and encounter newperspectives. Even during or efforts last year, the new facets of the world I have been able to encounter made me push for this endeavor to expose others to the same, and get key insights to Asia’s issues. With my experience with HPAIR at Tokyo, and our renewed effort to host the conference, I remain motivated by this thirst for knowledge, not only for myself, but to help enrich others as well.

My DLSPAIR experience made me realize that I am my only limit and with the one life that I’ve been given, to challenge myself is to see the worthy world of the unbounded. To host the conference will be one of the greatest opportunities that leaders, dreamers and gamechangers like us can choose to make determination and discipline work as passion does its wonders.

Joining DLSPAIR has been one of the best decisions that I have done in my life. It was life changing. Through DLSPAIR, I got to know HPAIR wherein I was privileged to be one of the delegates for its two conferences this year. Therefore, I figured out that in order to be part of that ongoing change, helping make this bid to host the HPAIR Asia Conference 2015 here in the Philippines possible is the best position to be in. Not only was I inspired by my experiences but I was also motivated by the dedication and passion that was shown by the people that I have been working with in the past few months. I believe that these people, who I now call friends and consider as family, will be the best team to take the position of the HCOC in next year’s conference and that De La Salle University and the Philippines is more than perfect to be an avenue for change and development in Asia.

AXIE MANANSALADirector - Conference Programming

NICOLE BUENAVENTURADirector - Delegate Relations

PAOLO AQUINODirector - Corporate Communications

DAREL ANGELO PICHAYDirector - Marketing and Communications

Joining DLSPAIR has been one of the most memorable things that happened to me in college. As a Political Science student, there is always a constant need and want to apply what you learn inside the classroom to the different issues that surround us. With this in my mind, DLSPAIR helped me in honing my perspectives and enabled me to build relationships with people from various countries. This motivated me to join the team in reliving this year’s bid to bring the HPAIR Asia Conference back to Manila, back to the Philippines

ROCHELLE TRIGUERODirector - Finance

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

MARKETING ANDCOMMUNICATIONS

CONFERENCE PROGRAMMING

DELEGATE RELATIONS

OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS

I’ve always wanted to do things that will benefit other people and it’s my belief that hard work and dedication will make me achieve this. HPAIR is really a brilliant conference that brings together great minds to discuss and hear the different perspectives of each person to find better solutions for the issues that the world is facing today. Even though I’m new to these things, I’m willing to learn and push past the barriers stopping me to help my team in accomplishing its goal, and ultimately the goal of the whole organization. I believe that every step that I take molds me into a better person and further ignites my passion.

JANNETH TEECorporate Communications

I’ve always been interested in International Relations ever since in High school; I’m currently taking up Philosophy with the hopes of doing my masters in International Law and Human Rights. I was also a delegate at the HPAIR Asia Conference in Tokyo, in which I was part of the Security and Diplomacy panel which definitely relates to my passions in life. I’ve been with DLSPAIR since last year and also helped with the HPAIR 2014 bid. Since then, I’ve witnessed it grow as an organization, overcome hardships and learn from past mistakes - and with that I can certainly say that we are ready to host the HPAIR Asia Conference 2015.

I joined the organization because of its potential to make a difference in today’s society. I believe that the very fundamentals of change are done through learning new and revolutionary ideas.

The HPAIR conference is a means for those ideas to be distributed among young students who are able to apply these ideas in the future. By hosting this event, I can help those ideas to spread around the world for the benefit of all.

DANES CORTEZCorporate Communications

JASPER GONZALESCorporate Communications

I have always wanted to endorse people who have inspired me in some way. I have heard tons of speakers talk about their passion and theories and they all changed me, one way or another. With DLSPAIR, I am given the opportunity to communicate with those whom I believe could influence the younger generation of scholars. Hopefully in the future, I could be one of them.

MAIA ALTAVASConference Programming

I have always loved meeting new people especially those who are different from me. I love meeting people from different cultures, different lifestyle, different perspective and life. Being a part of both DLSPAIR and HPAIR enabled me to do this and be more open and courageous to new opportunities. Hosting HPAIR would not just be an honor for me but also a chance to do what I love to do-meet different people

JUSTINE RICAFORTConference Programming

Experiences shape people; their minds, their goals, their personality. As a personal belief, this is what fuelled me to become active in school activities and organisations. This helped me become more open-minded, more sociable, more passionate and more mature. It also introduced me to endless possibilities outside the classroom and more importantly, outside my comfort zone. Even at present, everyday is an experience. From being an International Studies student, to managing an organisation along with other obligations, and especially in joining DLSPAIR, learning new things everyday through these has helped me widen my perspective and develop as a holistic person. Through HPAIR, this is definitely possible. Creating experiences for others and seeing them develop themselves are the reasons why hosting HPAIR in Manila is an experience I am looking forward to

Youth empowerment urged me to apply for DLSPAIR and to help in the conference bid. I believe that this will serve as a platform for the youth, for them to contribute ideas and solutions. In DLSPAIR I have not only learned things but I have also realized that I will always take pride on this experience since this is my contribution to empowering the youth.

ERIN VALERIOConference Programming

TRISH LATConference Programming

I am a caffeine-addicted book nerd who enjoys spirited discussions about feminism, comparative literature, and British media over steaming cups of coffee in various cafés around the world. DLSPAIR has taught me to appreciate the indivisible connection of real living individuals with the great breadth of abstract knowledge, giving me the opportunity to do so in a country that relies on optimism to succeed as much as anything else.

SARAH PANUGAYANConference Programming

I want to be a lawyer or a diplomat for my advocacy is to give people a voice. There is nothing that I want to see more, than all my hard work and efforts have prevailed in getting my country as the host for the HPAIR or Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations conference. I believe that my country has so much more to offer for delegates and that my country has so much more to prove in the global stage.

GABY PAMAConference Programming

What inspires me to continually work hard for DLSPAIR is the dedication that my superiors put forth, how they have insurmountable zeal for DLSPAIR amidst schoolwork and their personal life. Aside from my superiors the reason I have such a drive for DLSPAIR is because I truly believe that a well interconnected world is a step in the right direction for a better world. HPAIR is one such organization that helps youths from around the world meet and exchange ideas, youths who might one day lead our nations in their respective fields and can use the knowledge and friendships they have forged in HPAIR to further unify the globe. That is why I am very much willing to help in hosting HPAIR because to be part of something much greater than myself and to see the beginnings of future leaders would be an invaluable experience indeed.

How can a person who is shy and reserve is actually capable of working and maintaining good relationship with the organization?” I believe many are asking me that question in their minds. However, I want to answer them with a question too: “How can a person develop and prove him/herself without giving him/her a chance and without pushing all of him/herself to the limits?” Even though I am not a risk taker, I believe that chances and opportunities are precious. Being part of the DLSPAIR is one of those. Working with amazing people without receiving negative presuppositions is one of the best things in life a person like me enjoys. This gives me the urge to enjoy working with them and do my best to fulfill the responsibility I am currently holding. Having everything else prepared for the upcoming HPAIR Asia Conference 2015, I believe the Philippines has the edge to be the Host Country. Being part of the HCOC can be a life changing to me more than anyone else

EYLLA GUTIERREZDelegate Relations

SHAIRHA BAUTISTADelegate Relations

Thomas Edison once said,“if we did all the things that we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.” DLSPAIR has given me the opportunity to work hard for something I believe in.. The youth, though often belittled, actually have more power than they can imagine. It is amazing that HPAIR gives the youth a chance to meet people from all around the globe, be more informed with what is happening in the international society and more importantly, a chance to develop into the future global leaders this world needs. This is what inspires me to work harder for this bid. I believe that our team or family, DLSPAIR, is fueled by our different inspirations and this shines through the hardwork and dedication we have put into this bid. It would be a dream come true to help host the next HPAIR conference in the Philippines and witness the delegates’ lives and eventually the world, change before our eyes. The Philippines has so much more to offer and DLSPAIR will prove this

JENNICA SYDelegate Relations

As a junior associate of the Internal and Delegations committee,the distinct camaraderie within the DLSPAIR family that makes teamwork a breeze and ensures that we associates comply with their duties. This makes DLSPAIR an efficient yet fun organization to work with. Personally, I believe that all members of the DLSPAIR family realize the importance of intercultural learning as well as intercultural sensitivity. This is the reason each one of us strives to bring HPAIR here in the Philippines which is a veritable melting pot of cultures. Through the exchange of ideas, stories and experiences of participants of HPAIR in a rapidly globalizing society, HPAIR becomes extremely valuable in educating people about the importance and understanding of diversity.

VICTORIA CHANGDelegate Relations

I joined this organization to learn, and I was not disappointed. DLSPAIR provided me with various avenues to build my skills. I learned to grow on my own and improve with the help of others. The leaders of the organization played a big role, as well, in building our skills. Their way of building chemistry and harmony among the members is outstanding. The way they lead by example boost my morale. Every little and big things they do translates to remarkable results, and I am extremely motivated by it. It would be a great conclusion if the Philippines will be able to host the next HPAIR Conference, as the environment in the Philippines fits a conference that encourages the introduction of different ideas. The diversity of thoughts that the Filipino people have can make the essence of the conference richer, and this kind of atmosphere encourages innovative and new ideas to bloom. That, alone, makes me believe that the Philippines is one of the best place to hold the HPAIR Conference.

The ability to create a diverse world as one and the same and the strive of the greatest minds to create a better world for everyone. These are what I believe HPAIR can achieve. As a member of DLSPAIR, I believe that the Philippine team will be able to turn these visions into reality. What inspires me to be part of this team is the common belief that me and my team share. Most of us see the world in a similar perspective but our unique ways create a wonderful combination of fulfilling the dream. DLSPAIR has a passion for involving the youth in advocacies that can bring change to the future. We are a stronghold of the belief that world and its system’s potential of not only being interconnected but also being harmonious. I believe in the possibility of coming up with the best ideas through learning from an environment so diverse such as the Philippines.

ALFRED LACBAYODelegate Relations

EDRICH LIMDelegate Relations

Thomas Edison once said,“if we did all the things that we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.” DLSPAIR has given me the opportunity to work hard for something I believe in.. The youth, though often belittled, actually have more power than they can imagine. It is amazing that HPAIR gives the youth a chance to meet people from all around the globe, be more informed with what is happening in the international society and more importantly, a chance to develop into the future global leaders this world needs. This is what inspires me to work harder for this bid. I believe that our team or family, DLSPAIR, is fueled by our different inspirations and this shines through the hardwork and dedication we have put into this bid. It would be a dream come true to help host the next HPAIR conference in the Philippines and witness the delegates’ lives and eventually the world, change before our eyes. The Philippines has so much more to offer and DLSPAIR will prove this

JENNICA SYDelegate Relations

Documents

De La Salle University Proposal (2015)