KKR Eyes Financing for Luzon Economic Corridor Priority Projects
US investment firm KKR has expressed interest in financing priority projects within the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) in the Philippines, focusing on digital finance, manufacturing, and energy. The Department of Finance (DOF) is exploring investment opportunities with KKR, though specific amounts and timelines remain undisclosed.
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