{
  "id": 4898518,
  "title": "Former finance chief Sonny Dominguez joins Megaworld as independent director",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/former-finance-chief-sonny-dominguez-joins-megaworld-as-independent",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-01T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Philippine Star Business",
    "slug": "philippine-star-business",
    "url": "https://www.philstar.com/business/2026/09/02/2553327/former-finance-chief-sonny-dominguez-joins-megaworld-independent-director"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former finance chief Sonny Dominguez has been appointed as an independent director on the board of Megaworld Corp., the Philippines' leading property developer. Dominguez, a seasoned business executive with over four decades of experience across various sectors, brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic perspective to the company.\n\nMegaworld chairman Andrew Tan expressed his appreciation for Dominguez's expertise, noting that his leadership in government, finance, and business will be invaluable as the company enters a new phase of growth. Tan emphasized the importance of board diversity and independent oversight, and believes Dominguez's appointment will reinforce Megaworld's commitment to these principles.\n\nDominguez's background includes serving as Secretary of the Department of Finance during the Duterte administration, as well as Secretary of Agriculture and Minister of Environment and Natural Resources under the Corazon Aquino administration. His extensive experience across public and private sectors, including banking, power, aviation, agriculture, mining, hospitality, real estate, and investments, positions him well to provide strategic guidance to Megaworld as it continues to expand its presence in key economic and tourism destinations across the country.",
  "summary": "Former finance secretary Carlos “Sonny” Dominguez is bringing his extensive experience in business, finance, corporate leadership and economic policy to the board of Megaworld Corp.",
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}