Berjaya-Malaysia Friendship Open to Tee Off November 28
The 2026 charity golf tournament will convene in Lubao, Pampanga, to foster diplomatic ties.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Golf
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The Berjaya-Malaysia Friendship Open 2026 is scheduled to take place on 28 November at the Pradera Verde Golf and Country Club. This charity event gathers participants from the business and diplomatic communities to raise funds for community programs and disaster recovery.
Why it matters
The tournament serves to strengthen ties between the Philippines and Malaysia while supporting corporate social responsibility initiatives. It also coincides with the Philippines' 2026 ASEAN Chairship, underscoring its role in promoting international cooperation.
A total of 288 golfers are registered to compete in the upcoming charity event. Last year's iteration of the tournament successfully raised P1.5 million for charitable distribution.
The players
Embassy of Malaysia
This diplomatic mission oversees the partnership and corporate social responsibility activities funded by the tournament.
Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Philippines Inc.
This business organization partners with the embassy to manage and allocate funds raised during the event.
Malaysia Friendship Golf
This entity serves as the primary organizer responsible for coordinating the tournament operations.
The details
Organized by Malaysia Friendship Golf, the event invites stakeholders from government, business, and diplomatic sectors to compete. All proceeds are directed toward community disaster recovery and social initiatives supported by the Embassy of Malaysia and the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Philippines Inc.
Timeline
The 2025 tournament proceeds funded CSR activities throughout 2026.
The Berjaya-Malaysia Friendship Open 2026 takes place on 28 November 2026.
The Visit Malaysia Year campaign is scheduled to run through 2026 and 2027.
Season Trajectory
This tournament aligns with the Philippines' 2026 ASEAN Chairship, extending the nation's focus on regional diplomatic engagement through soft-power initiatives. The event also acts as a vehicle to promote broader golf tourism within the Philippines during the current calendar year.
With 288 golfers expected, participants should anticipate a full field at the Pradera Verde Golf and Country Club on the tournament date. Proceeds are earmarked to provide 100% of collected funds toward identified disaster recovery and community programs.
The takeaway
The tournament demonstrates how organized sports can effectively channel resources toward disaster-stricken regions and community development. Prospective participants and supporters should track the event's official progress to see how it impacts local philanthropic targets.
Further reading
For more updates on international tournaments and related events, visit the Golf section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Tribune.
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