Enhancing Shipping Solutions for Filipino Businesses in Emerging Global Markets
The expansion of FedEx® International Connect Plus to the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa (MEISA) region marks a strategic move to strengthen access for Filipino businesses to key international markets, offering fast, reliable, and cost-effective day-definite e-commerce shipping solutions.
Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, is expanding FedEx® International Connect Plus (FICP) to the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa (MEISA) region. This expansion provides Filipino businesses with enhanced access to key international destinations through fast, reliable, and cost-effective day-definite e-commerce shipping services.
In March 2025, the Philippines exported $34.3 million to the United Arab Emirates, reflecting a 2.51% increase year on year.1 Meanwhile, India exported $177 million to the Philippines during the same period, a year-on-year increase of 9.39%2.
“As Filipino businesses explore more trade with more markets like the UAE and Saudi Arabia, there’s a growing need for shipping solutions that are both affordable and reliable,” shared Maribeth Espinosa, managing director, FedEx Philippines. “By expanding FedEx International Connect Plus to the MEISA region, we’re helping e-tailers and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) deliver their products faster and easier, and with the confidence to thrive in the global market.”
FICP is designed to support the growing demands of cross-border e-commerce, offering a cost-effective and reliable solution for low-value, single-piece shipments under 10kg*.3 Backed by the reliable FedEx international network, the service includes day-definite delivery, customs clearance, and enhanced visibility features such as tracking, delivery notifications, and flexible options through FedEx Delivery Manager® International.
To boost customer confidence, FedEx International Connect Plus now offers Picture Proof of Delivery, allowing recipients to visually verify that their package has arrived.
To learn more about FedEx solutions, visit the FedEx Philippines website.
