By the year 2020, we envision our group to be the largest hotel developer in the Philippines, with a total portfolio of around 12,000 hotel rooms. – Andrew Tan
I hope we business people can invest more aggressively outside Metro Manila, whether in real estate, factories, or other enterprises, in order to give equal opportunities to all other regions. – Andrew Tan
Our definition of VIP is not as big as in Macau. But for us, they are VIPs even if they don’t spend a lot because we are very hospitable here. – Andrew Tan
I do not comment on politics, but I see computerization of the election process as good for stability and social harmony. – Andrew Tan
Asia has a great future; we here in the Philippines will benefit from this Asian prosperity. – Andrew Tan
I believe this Emperador Distillers investment in Whyte & Mackay is good for the Philippines as a whole, not only beneficial to our business. – Andrew Tan
Apart from boosting our long-term economic strength like other Asian economic powers, Philippine companies expanding overseas and going beyond our comfort zones, or going to some uncharted territories, will help sharpen our management skills. – Andrew Tan
One way to mitigate our risk is to invest in companies with understandable business models. – Andrew Tan
There are many beautiful and resource-rich areas all over the Philippines that are still undeveloped or under-developed. These areas offer opportunities for better master-planning and the emergence of better communities as well as cities. – Andrew Tan
