JONG CADION
Chief of reporters
There’s so much to be happy about businesswise in Pagadian despite the absence of an airport and a seaport as investments kept pouring, making trade and commerce thrive again.
“Our local economy is improving, business is good,” Mayor Samuel Co told journalists in his yearend meeting with the press, Dec. 30.
“Our city has this evolution of erecting big infrastructures—from building to bridges—which are hallmarks or our fast growing local economy,” the mayor quipped.
“To name a few, our facilities like the bus terminal, public market, seaport, airport, among others—these impart a message that Pagadian has changed for the better,” he said.
As the new seat of the regional government in Region 9, shopping malls are becoming a familiar sight in the city proper, like for example Best Emporium, Unicity and Gaisano Capital, which recently opened shop.
This, according to Co, is an illustration of investor confidence in the city.
Another milestone the mayor revealed is the sisterhood pact between Pagadian and Makati City, the business capital and c orporate center of the country.
Co then told newsmen to underscore the efforts of those who brought development and progress in the city and the province.
“I thank city residents for their support in our quest for progress. I thank you all for the contribution in making Pagadian City what it is today,” was the mayor’s words.
And since it is Christmas time, it is but fitting that people bear in mind the Christmas story of love, service, sacrifice, and openness..
“By the Christmas spirit, we draw inspiration and strength from the message of Love and Hope. By our vision for brighter future of Pagadian, we look forward to the New Year braving the challenges and embracing opportunities that lies ahead,” the mayor concluded.