DAVAO CITY – The Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) is set to ramp up its efforts in promoting Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) starting January 2025, with the goal of enhancing the capabilities of local government units (LGUs) throughout Mindanao. MinDA Secretary Leo Tereso Magno announced on Thursday that this move is in line with the Marcos administration’s strategy to utilize private sector collaborations for the country’s development. Magno stressed the importance of empowering LGUs by encouraging them to engage in PPPs, noting that such partnerships could provide solutions to their financial constraints. To equip LGUs for this transition, MinDA is engaging in discussions with local governors and plans to introduce tools and strategies to support PPP initiatives. Magno highlighted the administration’s belief in the private sector’s potential to drive change, mentioning existing agreements with the PPP Center to facilitate these efforts. As part of this initiative, MinDA will create customized regional master plans, evaluate the existence of PPP ordinances, and help LGUs develop the required frameworks. A specialized MinDA office will be dedicated to PPPs to aid in these endeavors. Additionally, an ongoing information campaign aims to inform LGUs about the advantages and procedures of PPPs, preparing them for effective partnerships with the private sector. This intensified focus on PPPs underscores MinDA’s dedication to promoting inclusive and sustainable development through public-private cooperation.
