PDIC launches virtual K.E.Y. training for bank operations

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) launched the virtual pilot run of its K.E.Y. Training Programs for banks on deposit operations, aiming to enhance operational integrity and depositor protection across the country.

The initial session focused on Knowledge Foundations, providing participants with an overview of PDIC and its administrative issuances.

Ninety bank managers, compliance officers, and operations personnel from 34 banks and 12 bank associations, mostly rural banks, attended the program.

PDIC Vice President Niño Ray L. Villaluna (Examination Group) introduced the initiative during the Rural Bankers Association of the Philippines (RBAP) Annual National Convention in Pasay City, describing it as a capability-building program developed in response to prior requests from member banks during nationwide PDIC-Bankers’ Dialogue series.

The succeeding sessions of the K.E.Y. Training Programs, covering Enhanced Governance and Your Compliance Compass, are scheduled for the second and third quarters of 2026.

The programs aim to mitigate compliance risks, improve governance, and deepen understanding of deposit operations, the primary funding source for banks.

Aligned with PDIC’s 2025–2028 Strategy Map, the initiative reinforces the Corporation’s commitment to financial stability and depositor protection by supporting proactive engagement and collaboration between banks and the PDIC.