Tsinoy business leader henry lim bon liong; 72

He dreamed of a prosperous Philippines where the agricultural sector thrives, and the country stands as a model of success. Lim would eventually build his own successful career. Lim attended high school at La Salle and then pursued higher education at the University of the Philippines UP , where he studied mechanical engineering.

Tsinoy business leader henry lim bon liong; 72: Henry Lim Bon Liong, known

After completing his education, Dr. Lim joined the family business, Sterling Paper Group of Companies. Under his leadership, Sterling Paper expanded its reach and diversified its products, becoming a household name in the Philippines. Particularly passionate about agricultural innovation, Dr. Lim was among those who introduced hybrid rice technology to the Philippines.

Lim embarked on a mission to develop a rice variety suited to the Philippine climate. Lim needed to acquire a specific hectare property in Laguna known for its isolation and good water resources. Initially, the property was priced at 25 pesos per square meter, but the owner eventually demanded pesos per square meter. Despite the high cost and the financial crisis of the time, Dr.