The Philippines is the second largest archipelago in the world; however, its rich biological diversity is endangered. With a population of 90 million and continuously growing, the pressure on the remaining forest cover is enormous, especially since many livelihoods are dependent on natural resources. This paper reviews two major biodiversity policies in the Philippines, the National Integrated Protected Areas System Act (RA 7586) of 1992 and the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP). These policies address issues and concerns regarding biodiversity conservation. A review of these policies reveals the challenges for policy implementation. Conflicting policies in development and biodiversity need to be reconciled to incorporate the rights of communities. The issues regarding monitoring and evaluation, information sharing and management, financial constraints, and capacity to implement policies and programs are issues that should be addressed. There is also a need for individuals, business interests, non-governmental institutions (from global and local levels) to collaborate and partner to ensure fairness in the implementation of policies.