Manila, Sept. 19 -- Iloilo City and the province of Iloilo are vying for the 2025 Most Business-Friendly Local Government Unit Awards in various categories from the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Iloilo City is eyeing the award for the City Level B Category (Provincial Highly Urbanized Cities) after making it to the top five along with Bacolod, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro and Butuan.

"This year's recognition is a strong testament that we are on the right track toward our vision, that by 2029, Iloilo City shall be a model of a livable, sustainable, and resilient city of well-governed and empowered Ilonggos who safeguard the environment, preserve culture, and sustain a robust, inclusive and innovative economy," she said in a stat...