Makati City, Philippines — The Association of Development Financing Institutions in Asia and the Pacific (ADFIAP) proudly announces its dual recognition at the prestigious ANG SUSI Awards 2025, hosted by the Philippine Council of Associations and Association Executives (PCAAE). ADFIAP was honored with the Winner Award in the People Empowerment category and named Merit Awardee for Technology Innovation, underscoring its commitment to inclusive development and digital transformation.
Recognized Initiatives
In an official communication addressed to ADFIAP Secretary General Mr. Enrique I. Florencio, the PCAAE confirmed the following award-winning projects:
- WINNER – People Empowerment Category
Project: ADFIAP Ambassador Program: Empowering Development Finance Graduates as ADFIAP Ambassadors – Enhancing Regional Engagement and Knowledge Sharing
This initiative celebrates the power of youth and knowledge-sharing by equipping development finance graduates to serve as ambassadors, fostering stronger regional collaboration and peer learning across ADFIAP’s network.
- MERIT AWARDEE – Technology Innovation Category
Project: Harvesting Innovation: How NRBSL’s Digital Platform is Revolutionizing Agricultural Finance – ABANX Core Banking System & Mobile Banking Project
This recognition highlights the successful collaboration between ADFIAP and the New Rural Bank of San Leonardo (NRBSL) in deploying the ABANX Core Banking and Mobile Banking System—an initiative that is transforming access to financial services for rural agricultural communities.
Awards Ceremony Highlights
The awards were formally conferred during the ANG SUSI 2025 Awards Presentation held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at the Clark Event and Conference Hall, located in the Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga. The ceremony was part of the 13th PCAAE Associations Summit (AS13), a gathering of association leaders and changemakers. Attendees donned traditional Filipiniana attire, adding cultural elegance to the celebration.
ADFIAP’s Message of Gratitude
ADFIAP extends its heartfelt appreciation to its members, partners, and stakeholders whose unwavering support and collaboration made these achievements possible. The Association’s top representatives personally received the awards and reaffirmed their commitment to empowering people and driving innovation for sustainable development.”