# Alex Lopez (politician)

Alexander Tantoco Lopez (born November 15, 1958) is a Filipino lawyer, businessman, and government official currently serving as the chairperson of the Philippine Reclamation Authority under the administration of President Bongbong Marcos. He is the son of former Manila Mayor Mel Lopez, and brother of former Manila 1st district congressman Manny Lopez. He is also the chairperson and CEO of Pacific Concrete Products Inc.

## Career

Alexander T. Lopez is a Filipino lawyer, businessman, and public servant currently serving as the Chairman of the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA). He has been instrumental in advancing reclamation and infrastructure projects in line with the Bagong Pilipinas vision of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Public Service and Recognition In recognition of his contributions to public service and nation-building, the Provincial Government of Samar honored him with the title of "Son of Samar." This distinction highlights his advocacy for economic development, environmental sustainability, and his dedication to uplifting the lives of Filipinos, particularly in Samar. Infrastructure and Construction Beyond public service, Lopez is a highly accomplished Quadruple-A (AAAA) contractor, a designation that signifies the highest classification for contractors in the Philippines. He has been involved in the construction of major expressways and road networks, including: North Luzon Expressway NLEX Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway SCTEX South Luzon Expressway SLEX Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway TPLEX Central Luzon Link Expressway CLLEX – Phase I, Package III Samar Pacific Coastal Road SPCR These projects, undertaken through Pacific Concrete, a company associated with Lopez, have significantly contributed to the country's transportation and logistics infrastructure.

## Legal career

A graduate of Ateneo Law in 1985, Lopez worked for his father as his chief of staff and personal assistant.

## Achievements

Under the leadership of Chairman Alexander T. Lopez, the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) has experienced unprecedented financial growth. In 2023, the PRA reported a net income of ₱89.86 billion, a significant increase from previous years, positioning it among the most profitable corporations in the Philippines.
This remarkable financial performance reflects the PRA's strategic initiatives and effective management under Chairman Lopez, marking a new era of prosperity for the government-owned and controlled corporation. For a comprehensive overview of the Philippines' most and least profitable companies in 2023, refer to the BusinessWorld infographic.

## Cabinet-level positions

In 2023 he was appointed by President Bongbong Marcos as new chairman of the Philippine Reclamation Authority.
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* ↑ "ATTY. ALEXANDER T. LOPEZ, OUTSTANDING LEADER OF MANILA". SAKSI NGAYON. 2022-10-06. Retrieved 2024-09-30.
* 1 2 3 Lopez, Tony (May 30, 2024). "Reclamation". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2024-09-30.
* ↑ Bautista, Lakambini. "ATTY. ALEX LOPEZ". League. Retrieved 2024-09-30.
* ↑ https://www.pacificconcrete.net/projects
* ↑ https://www.bworldonline.com/infographics/2025/01/20/647530/the-philippines-20-most-and-least-pro%EF%AC%81table-companies-in-2023/
* ↑ Antonio, Raymund (November 12, 2023). "Marcos approves nomination of Alexander Lopez as PRA chair". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 2024-09-30.