Bangsamoro Region Kicks Off Fiscal Year 2026 with Major Investment Approvals
In a significant economic development, the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has given the green light to investment projects totaling ₱1.6 billion, signaling a robust start to Fiscal Year 2026. The approvals were announced during the 1st BBOI Board Meeting of the year, held on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Cotabato City.
Agricultural and Water Infrastructure Projects Lead the Way
Among the newly approved ventures is a large-scale agricultural production and farm development investment located in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte. This project is poised to generate approximately 630 employment opportunities, with a focus on boosting agricultural productivity, enhancing food security, and creating sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
Additionally, the board has approved bulk water supply and treatment facility projects in Cotabato City. These infrastructure initiatives are projected to create 120 jobs and are expected to improve access to a reliable and safe water supply. The projects will support residential, commercial, and future industrial growth in the city, addressing critical needs for sustainable development.
Leadership Emphasizes Economic Jihad and Regional Growth
BBOI Chairperson Mohamad Omar Pasigan highlighted that these investments reflect the region's ongoing commitment under the Economic Jihad investment branding. He stated, "These new investments are part of our continuing efforts to advance the Economic Jihad of BARMM, anchored on the vision and leadership of Chief Minister Abdulra of Macacua under the #MasMatatagnaBangsamoro administration. Our focus remains on attracting investments that create jobs, strengthen key sectors, and uplift the lives of the Bangsamoro people."
Maguindanao del Norte Board Member Michael Abas Kida, a key stakeholder in the province's agricultural sector, also witnessed the board's approval. He emphasized the positive impact of the projects, particularly the agricultural investment in Datu Odin Sinsuat, noting that it opens up numerous opportunities for the people of Maguindanao del Norte.
Growing Investor Confidence and Future Prospects
The approval of these projects underscores the growing confidence of investors in BARMM's stable, transparent, and business-friendly environment. The BBOI has reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating investments aligned with the region's development agenda and the Strategic Investment Priority Plan (SIPP).
As BARMM embarks on Fiscal Year 2026, the agency remains dedicated to promoting sustainable, inclusive, and high-impact investments that drive long-term economic growth and resilience. This move is expected to further solidify the region's economic foundations and attract more ventures in the coming months.
