May -15-17
Israel Trade Fairs and
Convention Center in
Tel Aviv, Israel
July 03-04
Tel Aviv Fairgrounds
Tel Aviv, Israel
Hanukkah Celebration
December 21, 2011
Israel Business Cocktail
Israel Discovery
Beyond Imagination
October 27, 2011
ICCP MOA Signing w/
Subic Free Port Chamber
of Commerce of the Phils.
October 25, 2011
Israel Business Cocktail
on Israel Inventions and
Games and Amusement
September 01, 2011
FCCP Green Choice
conference and exhibit
August 17-19 2011
Israel Business Cocktail
Technological Innovations
July 21, 2011
H.E. Amb. Zvi Vapni
Farewell Party
July 12, 2011
Israel Business Cocktail
on Tourism
June 27, 2011
Special forum on Israel
Trade Opportunities
April 06, 2011
ICCP GMM Annual Election
w/ Atty. Marlone Marquez,
Inst. of Corporate Governors
March 14, 2011
2011 First GMM w/
H.E. Amb. Zvi Vapni
January 31, 2011
2010
Year End/Hanukkah
Celebration 2010
GMM with
Gov. Amando Tetangco, Jr.,
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
Ambassador's
Breakfast Forum
with Mr. James Go
Inauguration and Induction
and Induction of New Board
of Trustees 2010-2011
Ambassador's
Breakfast Forum with
Manny Pangilinan
Philippine Israel Bilateral Trade Forum
L-R: Mr. Jason Lao, Assistant Director, Bureau of Export Trade Promotion, Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, ICCP Executive Director / President, Transcenture International, Mr. Shimon Weinbaum, Philippine Honorary Consul to Israel, Usec Crispino Panlilio,TIPG-DTI, Amb. Menashe Bar-On, Israel Embassy, Mr. Josef Gueta, ICCP President, Foreign Chamber Council Chairman / Managing Director, Business Profiles, Inc. , Mr. Alex Kohan, ICCP VP External Affairs, CEO, OB Finance, Ms. Babette Gaborro, Trade Consultant, Israel Embassy and Mr. Eyal kchapitzski, ICCP Member, Kital Philippines
The first “Philippine-Israel Business Forum” in collaboration with the Bureau of Trade Promotion of the Department of Trade and Industry, the Embassy of Israel and the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines was held at the AVR Ground flr., DTI International, Makati City on March 7, 2012.
More than 80 attendees from various industries and government agencies attended the forum. The forum highlighted the potentials of both nations in terms of products, import-export accessibility, investment incentives which evidently favor investors. (read more...)
Special Forum on Israel Trade Opportunities
Special Forum with H.E. Amb. Zvi Vapni, Israel Embassy together with Rafi Brender,
Deputy Director, Foreign Trade and Administration of the Israel Ministry of Trade and Industry
and Mr. Ophir Gore, Israel Economic Attache in Taipei. Special participation of Atty. Leo Dominguez, Resource Advisor, Tinnete da Costa, Bus. Dev't Mgr., Yngen Holdings, Hugo Bunzl and Franck Holz, Jewish Association, Frederick Villaruel, VP goldwings, Atty. Rene Mabugat, Fibercom Legal Consultant, Judah Hirsch, CEO, Triple 1 Consulting, Mr. Daniel de Leon, Director, Bicol Regional Tourism Council
ISRAEL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF THE PHILIPPINES hosted a Special Israel Trade Forum. The forum was presided by President Josef Gueta, supported by the Members of the Board, Vice President for Internal Affairs, Mrs. Teresita Arvisu, Vice President for External Affairs, Mr. Alejandro Kohan, Mr. Eugenio Ynion, Jr. Director and Ex-Officio, Mr. Isidor Gilan with Guest of Honor, Amb. Zvi Vapni of Israel Embassy, Keynote guest speakers, Rafi Brender, Deputy Director, Foreign Trade and Administration of the Israel Ministry of Trade and Industry, and Mr. Ophir Gore, Israel Economic Attache in Taipei held last April 06, 2011, 12noon at the Han and Tang Rooms of the Tower Club, 33rd Floor, Philamlife Bldg. Paseo de Roxas Makati City.
One of the keynote guests, Mr. Rafi Brender gave an interesting overview of Israel Economy with emphasis on the present import and export statistics and R and D investment. His presentation highlighted Israel’s economy experiencing constant positive growth, a high level of stability compared to other countries. The past decade’s industrial export statistics effected by rapid growth of High Tech industry, as well as the significance of R and D in private and government organizations
contributing to sustained growth and economic development. (read more...)
2011 GMM Annual Election
The ICCP Annual Election was held last March 14, 2011 at the Baron Bars at the Tower Club at Philamlife Building, Paseo de Roxas, Makati.
Mr. Gonzalo "Jun" Catan, election committee chairman introduced the candidates before the members and later, with the majority of votes in favor of nine candidates, announced the names of the New Board of Trustees.
Newly elected members of the Board for the year 2011-2012; Mr. Josef Gueta, Managing Director, Business Profiles, Inc. Mrs. Teresita Arvisu, President, Golden Bear Travel Corp. /EL AL Israel Airlines Philippines Representative, Mrs. Nancy Catan, VP Finance, MAPECON, Dov Golan, Managing Director, ELAD Telecom, Mr. Moti Guthartz, VP Finance, ECI Telecom Philippines, Mr. Yftach Vaknin, CEO, V-Psyche Innovative Solutions, Rosemarie Galang, President, Ephesus Travel and Tours, Mr. Eugenio Ynion, Chairman, Yngen Holdings, Inc. and Alejandro Kohan, CEO, OB Finance, Inc. (read more...)
2011First ICCP General Membership Meeting
H.E. Amb. Zvi Vapni Israel' Government Presentation and President's Report on ICCP's achievements
The renewal of thriving friendship and cooperation between the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines and the Embassy of State of Israel in Manila held last January 31, 2011 in the evening at the Turf room of the Manila Hotel located at the heart of the business and sports district in Makati.
The event showcased the 2010 ICCP activities and its cooperation with the Embassy of Israel whcih was presented by non other than ICCP incumbent president, Mr. Isidor Gilan. Coinciding the presentation, the H.E. Ambassador Zvi Vapni presented the past and current TRade and Cultural activities of Israel Embassy and its Government. Mr. Gilan additionally presented the brilliant invention and Israeli inqenuity with the intention to create awareness among members and guests on some outstanding technology innovation which have been introduced and originated in Israel.
The Chamber also invited the Chairman of Shalom Club, Ms. Zeny Ubaldo who presented brief introduction of the club whcih followed by privilege speeches of Mr. Ces Atienza of ZIM Line and EL AL, GSA President, Ms. Ma. Teresita Arvisu.
The first ICCP Trade Directory was also unveiled, fellowship and business networking immediately followed.
2010 Hannukah Celebration
Hannukah Celebration with members and friends at the Manila polo Club
ICCP Hannukah Celebration was held last December 09, 2010 at Forbes Cameron room at the Manila Polo Club.
It is an ICCP traditional way to celebrate and network with members and friends, get together, way of chilling out with festive atmosphere of Hannukah celebration.
A well celebrated event with some of our members and Friends. Mr. Josef Gueta commenced the program and followed by Mr. Vaknin Yftach, ICCP Director, who lighted the Hannukah Menorah and made a solemn prayers while lighting the candle.
The celebration was full of fun and excitement as it hosted by 3 of our active members, Mrs. Tess Arvisu, EL AL Israel Air line, GSA President and ICCP Director, Ms. Tata Pintac of Asian Tigers and Ms. Rose marie Galang of Ephesus Travel and Tours.
The three eloquent and lovely hostesses made it more lively and fun hosting games and raffle for guests and members and it turned out to be an exciting networking with fellow members and their invited guests.
General Membership Meeting with Governor Amando Tetangco, Jr.
from left to right: Maria Teresita Arvisu, ICCP VP Internal Affairs, Ferdinand Sarfati, ICCP Executive Director, Isidor Gilan, ICCP President, Hon. Governor Amando Tetangco, Jr., H.E. Ambassador Zvi Vapni, Israel Embassy
The ICCP General Membership Meeting with Governor Amando Tetangco, Jr. of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, was held last September 3, 2010 at the Turf Room of the Manila Polo Club.
Honorable Excellency, Amb. Zvi Vapni, commenced the meeting with an inspirational message to the Chamber. His remarkable support to the Chamber inspires more activities that shaped better avenue for members to network amongst top business enthusiasts in the Philippines and in Israel.
3rd Ambassador's Breakfast Forum with Mr. James Go
Standing L-R: Mr. Ohad Rubinesteins, CERAGON, Mr. Emanuel Fryszer, Fibercom Telecom Phils., Ms. Ma. Teresita Arvisu,EL AL, Golden Bear Travel Corporation, Mdme. Limor Vapni, Israel Embassy, Ms. Maria Theresa Villaruel, Goldwings Aviation, Mr. David Gilinsky, Investment Underwriting, Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, Transcenture Internantional, Mr. Udi Lowy, KITAL Phils.
Seated L-R: Mr. Dov Golan, ELAD Telecom, Mr. Isidor Gilan, ICCP President, Phils. Israel Business Dev. Corp., Hon. Amb. Zvi Vapni, Israel Embassy, Mr. James Go, Chairman and CEO, JG Summit, Mr. Eyal Mayer, CELTRO and Mr. Moti Guthartz, ECI Telecom Philippines
On July 29, 2010, at the Ambassador's residence in Makati, top officials of 12 different companies meet together on the Third Ambassador's Breakfast Forum hosted by Hon. Ambassador Zvi Vapni with keynote guest, Mr. James Go, Chairman and CEO JG Summit.
This periodic forum is a joint initiative of the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines and the Israel Embassy. The cooperation is designed to create an avenue to foster Filipino and Israeli ICCP Members and top businessmen to participate in a forum where the Ambassador shares his perceptions of the current political and economic condition of Israel, likewise, shares genuine ideas and opinion amongst participants and keynote guest. Apparently, the forum is a vital quest aims to establish business ties and camaraderie among major key players in various industries.
The next forum will feature Security and Defense Sector. Committee on Security and Defense headed by Mr. Josef Gueta, ICCP Vice President on External Affairs and Mrs. Maria Theresa Villaruel, Treasurer and Director will facilitate the organization of the forum.
ICCP Inauguration and Inductions of New Board of Directors and Members
In the picture: Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, Transcenture International, Amb. Zvi Vapni, USEC Thomas Aquino, Pres. Isidor Gilan, Philippine Israel Development Corp., Mr. Emanuel Fryszer, Fibercom Telecom Philippines, Mr. Jorge Marques, New World Travel Davao, Mr/Mrs. Alberto Sarfati, Thoughts and Notions, Mrs. Nancy Catan, Mapecon, Mrs. Sally Madattu, Ms. Tata Pintac & Ms. Tessie Laberinto, Asian Tigers/Lane Moving, Ms. Bebot Pascual, Ephesus Travel and Tours and Ms. Lani Sambili, MR Travel
The official unveiling of the newly transformed Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines was held last January 15, 2010 at the Turf Room of the Manila Polo Club.
More than a hundred generous businessmen attended the event amidst their busy schedule to witness the unprecedented launching of the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines formerly known as Philippine Israel Business Association.
Incumbent president, Mr. Isidor Gilan welcomed guests with great enthusiasm, encouraging everyone to join ICCP's mission to promote bilateral trade between the Philippines and the State of Israel. He said in one interview that ICCP is organizing trade event and trade delegation for this year especifically in the area of Telecommunication, Information Technology and Consumer products. (read more...)
2nd Ambassador's Breakfast Forum on Telecommunication
Standing L-R Mr. Dov Golan, ELAD Telecom, Mr. Moti Guthartz, ECI Telecom, Albert Del Rosario, Former Ambassador to Washington, Mr. Napoleon Nazareno, PLDT President, Mr. Doy Vea, Smart Wireless Business, Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, Transcenture International, Executive Director-ICCP, Mr. Emanuel Fryszer, Fibercom Telecom Philippines, Mr. Gil Itkin, AXERRA, Mr. Paul Rosenberg, Jollibee, (Seated L-R) Mr. Rafy Maor, ECI Telecom Philippines, Mr. Manuel Pangilinan, PLDT Chairman, Hon. Amb. Zvi Vapni, and Mr. Isidor Gilan, ICCP President, Philippine Israel Business Development Corp.
The 2nd Ambassador's Breakfast Forum on Telecommunication was held last January 11, 2010 at Rockwell Center, Makati. The forum was hosted by Amb. Zvi Vapni and assisted by Mr. Isidor Gilan, incumbent president of Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines.
Main key players and known personalities in Telecommunication industry came to meet mainly to share ideas on the opportunities that can help increase awareness on the global innovation in Hi tech especially on Telecommunication.
First Ambassador's Breakfast Forum on Tourism
(L-R Top Row) Ms. Margie Ples, Airborne 7 Travel, Mr. Jorge Marquez, New, New World Travel Corp. Daveo, Mr. Josef Gueta, Business Profile Inc., VP External Affairs-ICCP, Ms. Bessie Escalona, Voyager Travel and Tours, Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, Transcenture International, Executive Director-ICCP, (2nd Row) Ms. Carmina Orbe, Catholic Travel, Ms. Theresa Dalida, Safe and Sound Travel Corporation, Ms. Eunice Espia, Chrislink Travel, Ms. Jane Villarito, ABBA Travel & Pilgrimages Services, Ms. Marlyn Rosas-Gilan, MR Travel Corporation, ICCP Member (1st Row) Mamerth Banatin, Adam's Travel, Ms. Sally Bongalonta, Hotel Celeste Makati, Ms. Dolores Marquez, New World Travel Corp. Daveo, Hon. Amb. Zvi Vapni, Israel Embassy, Ms. Ma. Teresita Arvisu, EL AL Airlines Representative, VP Internal Affairs-ICCP, Ms. Rosemarie Galang, Ephesus Travel Corp. ICCP Member
ICCP held its First Ambassador's Breakfast Forum on Tourism last October 08, 2009 at Trophy Room, Manila Polo Club. The Forum was attended by 11 Travel and Tours Operators and 1 from Hotel Industry.
The breakfast forum was successfully organized by Mrs. Teresita Arvisu, ICCP VP Internal Affairs, Mr. Joseph Gueta, ICCP External Affairs and Head of Tourism Committee and Mr. Ferdinand Sarfati, ICCP Executive Director in cooperation with the Embassy of Israel. Its main thrust is to encourage and hook up Travel and Tourism and Hotel operators to the huge opportunities that have been identified in Tourism related industries.
Hon. Amb. Zvi Vapni presided the breakfast forum and trashed out the objective of the meeting which is to mainly establish the opportunities of Tourism Industry between the Philippines and the State of Israel. (read more...)
Seminar on "Water Technology in Israel"
(L-R) Ferdinand Sarfati,Executive Director-ICCP, Ms. Mai Flor, MIA Israel Consultant, Amb. Zvi Vapni, Embassy of Israel, Gonzalo Catan, VP Mapecon, ICCP Member, Cata Inocencio, Broadcaster, CBNA, Ms. Ma. Teresita Arvisu, VP Internal Affairs-ICCP, EL AL Representative, Prof Avner Adin, Hebrew University Professor and Clean Water Advocate, Ms. Sally Madatu, ICEJ,Former PIBA Member, Ms. Andria Echavez, Phil. Sanitation Alliance (USAID)
Last September 15, 2009 at Bahia, Intercontinental Hotel, Makati, almost a hundred participants from Private and Government Water District from region I to IV attended the Seminar on Water Techonology in Israel.
The Seminar encapsulated the global perspective on water and environmental challenges facing the entire world and the current trends and technologies that create awareness and solutions to address the global water crisis.
The event was a joint project of the Israel Embassy and the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines as a prelude to the upcoming 5th International Water Technologies and Environmental Control Exhibition and the 2nd International Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel.(read more...)
MOU Signing between Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce
(from left to right) Atty. Miguel Varela - PCCI Chairman, Amb. Zvi Vapni, Mr. Ran Cohen - IACC President, and Mr. Isidor Gilan -Director of ICCP during the MOU signing.
The newly transformed Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (ICCP) prepares itself in enhancing and boosting business and trade relations between Israel and the Philippines as it hosted the President of the Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ran Cohen, who is also a former Minister of Trade & Industry in Israel. The dinner was held on July 13, 2009 at Ballroom 1, Mandarin Oriental Manila, Makati City. ICCP sought to establish relations and gain insights from the renowned economist from Israel.
Following the successful dinner, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing was held at theEmbassy of Israel on July 14, 2009. The Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines represented by its Director, Mr. Isidor Gilan, signed a MOU with the Chairman of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Atty. Miguel Varela, and the President of the Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Ran Cohen. Present during the signing is H.E. Zvi Vapni, Ambassador of the Embassy of the State of Israel. (read more...)
RP, Israel eye intensified trade relations
The Philippines and Israel are bent on increasing trade relations, starting with finding new markets in both countries.
A memorandum of understanding (MOU) on the matter was signed this week by Isidor Gilan, director of the Israel Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines; Miguel Varela, chairman of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and Ran Cohen, president of the Israel-Asia Chamber of Commerce.
Under the pact, a study mission to Israel will be organized by the three chambers to explore areas of collaboration that will broaden trade and investment between the two countries.
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