Exports of semiconductors and electronics from the Clark Freeport Zone reached $3.8 billion in 2025, marking a significant contribution to the region’s trade performance.
Semiconductor shipments alone accounted for $2.86 billion, representing 75.01 % of the zone’s total export value and retaining its position as the leading export category.
The United States, Hong Kong, Ireland, the Netherlands and China emerged as the primary destinations for these products, reflecting a diversified market base.
As of March, the freeport hosted 22 semiconductor firms, collectively employing 4,289 workers, underscoring the sector’s role as a major employer.
The Clark Development Corporation is prioritizing enhancements to local services and addressing policy and regulatory challenges in coordination with the national government.
During a consultation meeting on July 7, stakeholders presented operational concerns, providing the agency with direct feedback from the zone’s locators.
CEO Agnes VST Devanadera outlined a comprehensive plan to streamline transactions, bolster workforce development, and facilitate expansion through initiatives such as the Business One‑Stop Shop, Town and Gown Program, Business Interdependence Program, One‑Stop Processing on Wheels, and automatic approval for qualified import‑export activities.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to collaborate with national partners to resolve issues affecting operations and investment, while advancing a 4,400‑hectare development aimed at establishing a high‑value manufacturing hub and enhancing the Philippines’ standing in global supply chains.
