Manila, April 2 -- The Sangguniang Panlungsod has passed an ordinance granting real property tax incentives to developers constructing buildings exclusively for business process outsourcing (BPO) operations in Iloilo City.

"This aims to encourage more investments and employment opportunities, particularly in the BPO industry, which shall further boost Iloilo City economy," Councilor Jose Maria Miguel Trenas, the ordinance principal author, said during their regular session on Wednesday.

Trenas said the BPO sector has the potential to employ thousands of graduates produced annually in Iloilo.

While no specific area has been designated, possible expansion sites include Sunset Boulevard, Donato Pison Avenue, and Diversion Road.

Councilor...