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Ramon Ang: Islands of Change

As president and CEO of San Miguel Corporation, Ramon S. Ang helped expand the Philippines’ economy by transforming the company into one of the country’s largest and most diversified conglomerates, with a leading presence in critical industries that underpin the Philippines’ economic growth: food and beverage, power, oil and fuel, infrastructure and cement, among others.

My Shangri-La Moment: The Fine Art of Sincerity

I think that wherever you go in Asia, there is always honesty and sincerity from people in the hospitality industry. There is a warmth that you usually don’t get to experience in Western countries — and I think that’s something Robert Kuok has really proven with Shangri-La hotels.


I have always been a great admirer of Mr. Kuok, his inspiring success story, his work ethic and, most of all, his humility and generosity. He is my role model, not just in business but also in philanthropy. He is the true definition of a successful tycoon with a heart.

My personal “Shangri-la”? That’s simple. It’s a feeling that comes over me when our family is together, when my children and grandchildren are around. As with any family, work can get in the way. Last year, in 2020, we lost one of my sons, Jomar. And with everything that has been going on because of the pandemic, I have realized how truly precious life is how important the time is that you spend with family. When we are all at home, we have our meals together. One of my daughters loves to bake, so we enjoy that. My grandchildren really brighten up our home. It’s not important what specific activity we are doing. Being together is really all that counts.
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Where to Find ‘From the Heart’

Discover how to obtain your own copy of "From the Heart: Celebrating 50 Years in Asia" and delve into the stories that have shaped Shangri-La and the incredible continent we call home.