The City Government of Cagayan de Oro, in partnership with the Cagayan de Oro Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation, Inc. (ORO CHAMBER), officially opened the annual Cagayan de Oro Business Enterprises, Services, and Trade Exposition, more popularly known as ‘ORO BEST EXPO’, today, October 4, 2023, at Shangri-La Plaza, Manila.

 

The event kicked off with a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting, led by City Administrator Atty. Roy Hilario Raagas, representative of Mayor Klarex Uy; Oro Chamber President Raymundo G. Talimio Jr., CPA, MBM; Regional Governor Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Reuben Vegafria; PHIVIDEC Industrial Authority Administrator and CEO Atty. Joseph Donato J. Bernedo; USAID UPSKILL representative Richard Abadan; Cagayan de Oro-Trade and Investment Promotions Center Department Manager John W. Asuncion, and LGU-CDO City Information Officer Ivy Guantero, among others.

 

Additionally, City Administrator Atty. Raagas delivered Mayor Klarex Uy's message of gratitude to Oro Chamber for organizing the annual expo and their commitment to helping micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

 

"Mayor Rolando 'Klarex' Uy and the city government of Cagayan de Oro extend our warmest greetings and congratulations to Oro Chamber, as we also extend our heartfelt support to all the participants and exhibitors of this year's Cagayan de Oro Business Enterprises, Services, and Trade Exposition. Your commitment to the business sectors, especially micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), aligns with our vision for the city's growth. As steadfast partners in the journey of Cagayan de Oro's development, we applaud the resilience and innovation showcased in this EXPO. The city government of Cagayan de Oro, under Mayor Klarex Uy's leadership, is fully committed to fostering an environment conducive to business success. Together, let us continue to build a bright community and contribute to the prosperity of Cagayan de Oro. Best wishes for a successful and fruitful 'Oro Expo' 2023," said Mayor Klarex Uy.

 

More than 20 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from all over Northern Mindanao participated in the event including Cagayan de Oro's Ginama, Shiga, De Oro's Best and LGU-CDO's City Tourism Office.

Also displayed in the EXPO is an inflatable raft following the city's trademark, the white water rafting.

 

The event will run until October 8, 2023, aiming at boosting the economic growth of the city, including Northern Mindanao. (Text and photos by Nica Borja/CIO)