More than 1,000 real estate professionals, including top executives from over 30 leading Philippine property developers, are expected to attend the Asian Real Estate Summit (ARES) 2025 in Bangkok, organizers said.

The summit, organized by Cebu-based Filipino Homes, will be held on July 1-2 and is anchored on the theme “Empowering Growth: Fostering Global Partnerships with Responsible Developers.”

Filipino Homes founder and president Anthony Gerard Leuterio said over 800 delegates have already registered for the event, which aims to serve as a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration in the property sector.

“The summit will be an avenue to foster connections among real estate stakeholders, allowing CEOs and top executives to share their best practices and insights,” Leuterio said. “It’s also a chance for top real estate sellers to engage directly with industry leaders and discuss the next big trends in the market.”

Launched in 2023, ARES is positioned as a premier regional event aimed at keeping industry players abreast of emerging trends and innovations.

Leuterio remains optimistic about the Philippine property market in 2025, pointing to strong end-user demand, sustained overseas Filipino worker (OFW) remittances, and improved infrastructure as key growth drivers.

“The primary market in cities like Cebu, Metro Manila, and Davao remains tight, with developments quickly selling out and pushing prices higher,” Leuterio said, adding that areas like Palawan and Bacolod are also experiencing increased property activity.

He said the expansion of infrastructure, including the Cebu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system and national road network upgrades, is spurring interest in residential real estate.

Leuterio also underscored rising demand for sustainable and affordable housing, calling on developers to prioritize projects that address both environmental concerns and affordability.

Mixed-use developments are also gaining traction, with buyers increasingly seeking integrated communities that offer residential, commercial, and lifestyle amenities, he added.

“Despite headwinds such as high interest rates and inflationary pressures, the real estate sector is expected to remain resilient,” Leuterio said.

ARES 2025 aims to provide participants with exclusive opportunities to expand networks, explore partnerships, and gain strategic insights into the evolving property market in the Philippines and across Asia.

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