The Management Association of the Philippines has issued a stark warning that persistent congestion at the country's main gateway airport risks undermining business confidence.
The industry group is calling on the government to accelerate investments in modern cargo infrastructure and further streamline customs operations to alleviate the bottleneck.
The warning highlights a growing vulnerability in the Philippines' logistics network, where air cargo delays can ripple through supply chains and increase costs for import-dependent businesses.
For investors monitoring emerging-market infrastructure risks, the friction at key entry points serves as a leading indicator of potential operational headwinds for local enterprises.
This development arrives amid broader global shipping disruptions, with recent reports of attacks in the Red Sea adding to route risks and OPEC+ adjusting output quotas in response to easing tensions in the Gulf.
While the Philippine issue is domestic, it underscores the fragility of global supply chains when local infrastructure cannot keep pace with trade volumes.