Franco Varona on the Philippines' Energy Emergency, and Investing in Solutions for Middle Class Filipinos - E683

The Philippines recently declared a national energy emergency. What does this massive oil and power crisis mean for the economy, local startups, and everyday consumers? In this episode of the Brave Southeast Asia Tech Podcast, Jeremy Au sits down with Franco Varona, Managing Partner at Foxmont Capital Partners, to unpack the harsh realities of the region's energy vulnerability and how the country is responding. From the explosive adoption of electric vehicles (like BYD and Xiaomi) and solar technology to resetting geopolitical relations over offshore oil, Franco provides a uniquely optimistic view on the future of Philippine infrastructure.<...