Village Connect
The Manila Overseas Press Club (MOPC) has recognized SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments) with the Grand Tourism Excellence Award, highlighting the company’s role in shaping the Philippines’ tourism landscape. The award was presented on August 15, 2025, underscoring SM’s long-standing contributions that go beyond retail and into the heart of the country’s travel and leisure economy.
SM’s footprint in tourism is visible across multiple sectors—its chain of hotels and resorts, integrated lifestyle malls, shipping and logistics ventures, and entertainment complexes that serve both domestic and international visitors. These developments have become anchors for tourism growth, providing not only destinations but also vital linkages that enable small and medium enterprises to thrive within the ecosystem.
The MOPC citation recognized how SM’s investments have empowered countless tourism-related MSMEs, from local food businesses and cultural shops housed within malls to service providers connected through SM’s logistics and transport platforms. In this way, SM has positioned itself as both a builder of world-class facilities and a catalyst for inclusive growth.
Accepting the award on behalf of SM was Amando M. Tetangco, Jr., Chairman of the Board of SM Investments. He was joined by key figures from government and media, including Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, MOPC Chairman Tony Lopez, and MOPC President Eric Canoy.
For SM, the recognition affirms a broader vision: to make the Philippines a competitive and attractive destination while ensuring that communities benefit from tourism’s expansion. The company’s integrated approach—linking retail, leisure, and infrastructure—continues to redefine how tourism is experienced in the country.
By celebrating this milestone, SM and MOPC together shine a spotlight on the vital role of partnerships between business, government, and media in promoting a dynamic and sustainable tourism sector.
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