Bacolod City – The National Economic Development Authority opened its regional office recently at the Carlos Hilado Memorial State University (CHMSU) – Alijis campus in Bacolod City, marking a significant step in advancing region-driven development in the Negros Island Region.
According to a press release, NEDA Secretary Arsenio Balisacan disclosed that the NIR office will play a crucial role in shaping the region’s first Regional Development Plan (RDP), ensuring that economic growth translates into meaningful opportunities for every Negrense.
Balisacan also underscored the importance of collaboration among national and local stakeholders in addressing development challenges and maximizing the region’s potential.
The new hub will drive planning and development, fostering stronger collaboration between Negros Occidental, Negros Oriental, and Siquijor as we work to make NIR a model region, said to Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez.
The unveiling of the NEDA-NIR office marker was attended by Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson, Bacolod City Mayor Alfredo Abelardo Benitez, NEDA Regional Development Group Undersecretary Carlos Bernardo Abad Santos, NEDA-NIR Concurrent Regional Director Engr. Arecio Casing, Jr., CHMSU president Norberto Mangulabnan, Negros Oriental’s 1st Congressional District Rep. Jocelyn Limkaichong, and representatives from local government units and regional line agencies. (news/photo nopio)