The Philippines’ third richest tycoon, John Gokongwei Jr., died on Saturday at the age of 93. Gokongwei transformed a cornstarch manufacturing plant in Pasig, Universal Robina Corp. (URC), into one of the Philippines’ leading food and beverage businesses. Malacañang described Gokongwei as a “visionary” and “pillar of the Philippine economy.”“Our people recognize Mr. Gokongwei’s amazing journey as a self-made industrialist, respected business leader, and generous philanthropist. You can have my daughter!’ I said, ‘Not too bold either, Mr. John.’ Rest in peace, John Gokongwei Jr.,” Lacson tweeted. Gokongwei left behind his wife Elizabeth; children Robina, Lance, Lisa, Faith, Hope and Marcia; siblings; and grandchildren.

Source: Manila Times November 10, 2019 16:12 UTC