Public-private partnership seen as key to safer housing
MANILA, Philippines — Addressing the country’s housing needs requires sustained investment, responsible development, and stronger cooperation between the public and private sectors.
This is according to Ayala Land President and CEO Anna Ma. Margarita Dy, who issued the statement on the United Nations’ call for “Safe Homes for All”.
Dy recognizes that no single company can solve the country’s housing challenges alone, emphasizing the need for constructive partnerships, sound planning and responsible investment to help more Filipino families secure safe and decent homes.
Her message comes as the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development and Pag-IBIG Fund hosted the Second National Housing Expo on October 19-20 at the SMX Convention Center Manila in Pasay City. The event brought together more than 80 developers offering 50,000 housing units, alongside government housing services and financing assistance.
The expo illustrates how public institutions and private developers can complement one another in addressing different aspects of the housing challenge. Developers contribute residential projects, capital and technical expertise, while government agencies establish policies, facilitate financing programs and help qualified buyers access available housing opportunities.
ALI’s first-half 2026 disclosures show capital expenditures of P12.7 billion for residential projects and P8.3 billion for estate development, demonstrating the scale of resources allocated to these two areas of its development program.
The company also reported that it was on track with deliveries across 40 projects, with nearly 6,000 residential units turned over as of the first half of 2026.
For Dy, the private sector’s responsibility extends beyond building properties. It includes delivering projects responsibly, honoring commitments to homebuyers and working with partners to support the long-term development of communities.
Pag-IBIG Fund’s participation in the expo is intended to help prospective buyers understand their borrowing capacity and available financing options. The event will also feature different housing types, including house-and-lot properties, condominiums and ready-for-occupancy units, giving visitors opportunities to assess options against their needs and budgets.
For families, the practical value of such assistance lies in helping them make informed decisions and determine whether a particular property is financially sustainable over the long term.
Dy’s proposed message places these considerations within a wider responsibility shared by developers, government and communities. Safe housing requires not only homes that are built and delivered, but also planning, infrastructure and services that help residents live securely and with dignity.
“The United Nations’ call for ‘Safe Homes for All’ is a good reminder that beyond shelter, a home is security, stability, and the start of a better future," said Dy.
For ALI, the central message in its CEO’s statement is that responsible investment and enduring community development can make a meaningful contribution, while sustained cooperation remains essential to addressing the country’s broader housing needs. (Contributed story)
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