Green Bonds and Corporate Finance: Recognizing BDO Capital's Financial Innovations in the Philippines

In Photo (From Right to Left): Siddiq Bazarwala, CEO of Alpha Southeast Asia, awarded Eduardo V. Francisco, President of BDO Capital, the Best Local Currency Bond Deal of the Year for SMC Global Power Holdings Corporation’s corporate bonds issued in the Philippines in 2022. BDO Capital also won the Best Green Bonds of the Year for ACEN Corporation where proceeds will be used to fund the company’s eligible renewable energy projects in the country. The 16th Annual Deal and Solution Awards was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The 16th Annual Deal and Solution Awards held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, recognized outstanding achievements in the financial industry in Southeast Asia. Among the awardees is Eduardo V. Francisco, the President of BDO Capital, who received the Best Local Currency Bond Deal of the Year award for SMC Global Power Holdings Corporation’s corporate bonds issued in the Philippines in 2022. Additionally, BDO Capital was also awarded the Best Green Bonds of the Year for ACEN Corporation, where proceeds will be used to fund eligible renewable energy projects in the country.

These awards serve as a testament to BDO Capital's commitment to providing innovative and sustainable financial solutions in the Philippines. As the country continues to recover from the impact of the pandemic, these efforts become even more critical in supporting economic growth and development.

The SMC Global Power Holdings Corporation's corporate bonds issued in the Philippines in 2022 is a significant achievement for BDO Capital. The issuance of these bonds helped SMC Global Power Holdings Corporation raise funds for their business expansion plans, which include the construction of new power plants in the country. By facilitating this bond issuance, BDO Capital was able to support the growth of the Philippine power industry, contributing to the country's economic development.

Meanwhile, the Best Green Bonds of the Year award for ACEN Corporation shows BDO Capital's commitment to promoting sustainable finance in the country. The proceeds from the bond issuance will be used to fund eligible renewable energy projects in the Philippines, providing much-needed capital for the development of the country's renewable energy sector. This is a critical step towards a more sustainable future, and BDO Capital's efforts in this area are highly commendable.

Siddiq Bazarwala, CEO of Alpha Southeast Asia, recognized these achievements during the awarding ceremony. He highlighted the critical role of financial institutions in driving economic growth and development in Southeast Asia, especially during these challenging times. He commended the awardees for their efforts in providing innovative financial solutions that promote sustainable and inclusive growth in the region.

BDO Capital's recognition at the 16th Annual Deal and Solution Awards highlights the company's commitment to providing innovative and sustainable financial solutions in the Philippines. The recognition received for the SMC Global Power Holdings Corporation's corporate bonds and ACEN Corporation's green bonds is a testament to the company's efforts in supporting economic growth and development in the country.