COTABATO CITY — The Bangsamoro Planning and Development Authority (BPDA) spearheaded the conduct of the 3rd BARMM Private Sector Organization (PSO) Summit held today at the KCC Mall Convention Center, November 18, 2025.

The summit aims to strengthen the relationship between the public and private sectors in the Bangsamoro region under the theme, “Strengthening the Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus in Advancing Regional Economic Integration in BARMM.”

In a message delivered on behalf of Mayor Para sa Lahat Bruce Matabalao by the Representative of the City Administrator, Ms. Maha Midtimbang, the Mayor expressed his appreciation for BPDA’s initiative in encouraging investors to explore opportunities in the region. He emphasized that such efforts will help generate additional capital, create jobs, and contribute to the overall development of both BARMM and Cotabato City.

The event was attended by stakeholders from various sectors—including education, private organizations, civil society groups, and partner agencies of the Bangsamoro Government—who share the common goal of strengthening the region’s economy and fostering long-term peace and stability in BARMM.