 | Part of the Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines East Asean Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) |
| Strategically located at the international shipping lanes |
| Accessible and potential transshipment points of goods for Asian countries and nearby provinces in the Philippines |
| Offers various incentives for investors and prospective businessmen |
| Biggest province in the Philippines with an area of 14,896 square kilometers |
| Rich Fishing Ground with first class marine life |
| Vast Potential in agricultural development |
| The country's only oil producing province with natural gas reserves of approximately 3.o trillion cubic feet |
| With various scenic spots , water falls, white sand beaches ad lakes for tourism related development |
Local executives and business leaders through the Provincial Development Councils have laid down foundations for investment promotion, such as :
| Setting up of Investors Business Assistance Center |
| Establishment of Provincial Economic Enterprise Development Office |
| Innovative and self-reliant local governance providing stimulus for private sector involvement in the pursuit of developmental goals and vision |
| Upgrading of infrastructure for international seaport and airport development |
| Economic and agricultural business growth of 20% per annum |
| Influx of tourist, entrepreneurs and investors |
| Considerable increase in product exports |
| Presence of 30 financing institutions providing on-line Automated Teller Machine banking service |
| Offers a wide range of business opportunities for prospective investors |
| With world-class recreational facilities and amenities |
| Low Crime Rate |
| Harmonious Relationship between civil and military authorities |
| Serene and simple lifestyle in Rustic Rural Setting |
The provincial government and business sector of Palawan welcome the private sector for joint investments in the following areas:
| Establishment of ice and cold storage facilities |
| Inter-Island boat cruise service |
| Transport service linking Palawan to major markets of Brunei, Indonesia and Malaysia |
| Electric Power Supply Generation |
| Food processing (seaweed, mango, cashew, among others) |
| Fish processing (fillet and canning) |
| Pearl Farming & Refining |
| Industrial tree plantations |
| Cattle breeding and feedlot establishment |
| Feeds production for livestock industry |
| Tourist facility establishment (theme parks and island resorts) |
| Agri-industrial estates (for light, environment friendly industries) |
| Eco-tourism estates |
| Air, sea and land transport facilities |
source: Provincial Government of Palawan Investors Guide