Bulacan has launched the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Champion contest, the first of its kind in Region 3, aimed at institutionalizing regulatory excellence, advancing digital transformation and fostering innovation among local government units.
The Provincial Cooperative and Enterprise Development Office (PCEDO) led the launching on Wednesday at the Hiyas ng Bulacan Convention Center.
Gov. Daniel R. Fernando and Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) Secretary and Director General Ernesto V. Perez, together with participating agencies and business partners, led the ceremonial signing of the EODB Pledge Wall to signify their commitment to the program.
Fernando assured that under the program, all government processes — from obtaining permits, registration and running a business — are easy, fast and smooth.
“Higit sa mga patakaran at proseso, ang tunay na tagumpay ay nasa kooperasyon at malasakit (Beyond policies and processes, true success lies in cooperation and compassion),” the governor said, emphasizing that the program aims for inclusive progress where every Bulakenyo has a fair chance to succeed.
Perez congratulated Bulacan for being the first in the region to launch an EODB program contest. He stressed that success in business relies on the collective implementation of existing EODB laws by both the government and the private sector.
The EODB Champion contest is open to all cities and municipalities in Bulacan and will be evaluated in three key areas: compliance with EODB laws, service efficiency and impact, and innovation through digital integration.
Winners will be recognized in an awarding ceremony on Dec. 12.
The EODB Champion program is anchored on Republic Act 11032, or the “Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018.” (PNA)