A Message from the APRACA Vice Chair
Deputy Governor Bernadette Romulo-Puyat
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is honored to serve as Vice Chair of the APRACA Executive Committee, under the chairship of Mr. Chatchai Sirilai, President of the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC). As we move toward our Golden Jubilee next year, we hope to renew our shared vision to position APRACA as a cornerstone of the region’s agricultural finance discourse by leading policies and initiatives that truly respond to the needs of rural communities.

In this spirit, we recognize that financial health is shaped by the broader ecosystem, including how credit is structured, how risks are shared through insurance, how efficiently payments flow, and how markets operate across the value chain. The BSP is advancing its advocacy for financial health in the agriculture sector, with a clear focus on empowering farmers and fisherfolk to meet daily needs, withstand shocks, and make sound financial decisions with confidence. By strengthening their capabilities, we help ensure that progress in the sector remains both inclusive and sustainable.

The BSP looks forward to working closely with fellow APRACA members and partners in shaping a more resilient future for agriculture in the region and beyond.