With a net worth of $1.3 billion, Roberto Ongpin is a Filipino entrepreneur.
Roberto Ongpin, a former Minister of Trade and Industry during the Marcos administration, has a diverse portfolio of businesses including mining, gaming, property, and telecom.
In 1979, Roberto Ongpin was appointed as the new Minister of Trade by the former President of the Philippines Ferdinand Marcos. He held the position from 1979 to 1986 before departing the country after serving in the public sector to become the deputy Chairman of the Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post.
His sole focus has been on business, leading to an increase in his overall wealth over the years.