Photonics Giant Coherent Eyes Expansion in Philippine Manufacturing
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) announced that photonics giant Coherent is considering expanding its manufacturing operations in the Philippines. The company has already invested approximately P1.7 billion, and this expansion could strengthen the Philippines' role in the global supply chain.
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