Corporate & Commercial
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The Philippines holds attractive incentives for investors, a competitive workforce and rich natural resources, making the country one of Asia’s most vibrant commercial hubs. Global mining ventures are taking notice of the country’s gold, copper and nickel potentials that rank third, fourth and fifth largest in the world.

Consider Quisumbing Torres, a member firm of Baker & McKenzie, as your partner in discovering and expanding your investment opportunities in the Philippines. Our Corporate and Commercial Practice Group provides a comprehensive range of legal services to domestic and foreign clients doing business or planning to invest in the Philippines.

Our mining and natural resources team helps companies secure the best agreements and explore the country’s untapped mineral wealth. Our participation in the Mining Chamber of the Philippines helps global companies strengthen their ties with the local mining industry.

Domestic and foreign companies often face a host of regulations and requirements related to doing business in the country. We represent companies on concerns before Philippine administrative agencies and assist in meeting these regulations and requirements.

How We Can Help

• Foreign investments – We help global companies set up branches, subsidiaries, representative offices and regional headquarters.
• Mergers and acquisitions/venture capital – We inform local and multinational businesses on pertinent government requirements and help fulfill them. We also assist in reorganization and restructuring, investment structures, partnerships and divestitures.
• IT-related business ventures – We have worked with companies in opening IT-enabled services, such as business process outsourcing, contact centers and software development.
• Natural resources – Our Mining & Natural Resources practice advises on agreements that involve exploration, development and utilization of natural resources. We also counsel on laws regarding petroleum, environment and land utilization.
• Other areas – We have extensive knowledge and experience on hotel and resort development, securities, construction and telecommunications agreements and licensing.