Municipality of Leon proudly launched Paleng-QR Ph Plus at the Leon Public Plaza—a significant step toward advancing digital payments and financial inclusion in our community.

We are deeply honored by the presence and support of our national and regional partners, particularly from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), led by Dr. Eli M. Remolona, Jr., Chairman of the Monetary Board and BSP Governor; Mr. Victor Ariel S. Dey, Acting Area Director of BSP Iloilo Branch; the Head of the Regional Economic Affairs Staff of the BSP Visayas Regional Office–Cebu; Mr. Gregorio Baccay III, Regional economic affairs staff.

BSP Visayas Regional Office Head and Mr. Dandy Baldisimo, Manager of the Physical Securities Division.

We likewise extend our appreciation to Engr. Carmelo F. Orbista, CESO V, Provincial Director of the Department of the Interior and Local Government – Iloilo; Ms. Ma. Dorita R. Chavez, OIC-Provincial Director of the Department of Trade and Industry – Iloilo; and Mr. Jimuel E. Española, Chief of the Technical Operations Division of the Department of Information and Communications Technology – Region VI, for their valuable expressions of support.

Our sincere thanks to the Financial Service Providers for their active participation and commitment in making digital financial services accessible to our people. Most especially, we commend our local business owners, market vendors and transport cooperatives/associations for embracing innovation and being key partners in this initiative. We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the St. Catherine Parochial School Drum and Lyre Corps for adding color, energy, and vibrancy to the launching ceremony.

Kudos to everyone who contributed to the success of this program—most especially the Office of the Municipal Treasurer, headed by Mrs. Julie Anne Amistoso, for their dedication, leadership, and tireless efforts. This milestone was made possible through the ordinance entitled the adoption of Paleng-QR Ph Plus, sponsored by Hon. Eric Camposano and fully supported by the entire Sanggunian Bayan, under the leadership of Vice Mayor Rey Capaque.

Padayon, Leon!