WB: Bold reforms needed for 7% growth
Without decisive reforms, the Philippines risks falling short of the long-term growth needed to raise living standards and reduce inequality across regions.
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Without decisive reforms, the Philippines risks falling short of the long-term growth needed to raise living standards and reduce inequality across regions.
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After two cycles of the Horizon program, however, the military remains woefully underdeveloped compared to our neighbors, which all have robust defense…
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World Population Day, observed every 11 July, has never been more relevant as the global population surpasses 8 billion. Far from being just a number, this…
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The biggest and most anticipated artisanal trade fair offered a sneak peek at the School of Fashion and the Arts (SOFA) at Proscenium, Rockwell, Makati City.…
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Two of the country’s neighbors, Singapore and Hong Kong, ranked second and third, respectively, in a global ranking compiled from a survey of executives from…
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The Philippines may have edged up in the latest global competitiveness rankings, but the country remains among the weakest in Asia, underscoring its chronic…
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The Philippines, the United States, and Japan are seeking a deeper trilateral cooperation, the US State Department said in a statement.
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Analysts said monthly transfers, which have been a major driver in keeping the economy at a steady pace, will take a direct hit.
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After two straight months of rate rollbacks, the Manila Electric Company (Meralco) is raising power rates by P0.4883 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) this July,…
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‘Our domestic industries require and deserve a level playing field in global markets. Protect our workers and farmers.’
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The Senate probe was triggered by findings from the Commission on Audit, which flagged the deal as ‘pricey’ for entry-level laptops.
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Torre’s confirmation that Patidongan, alias ‘Totoy,’ has been under PNP protective custody since last year raises skepticism, particularly regarding…
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The country’s net inflows of foreign direct investments (FDI) rose by 7.1 percent to $610 million in April from $570 million recorded in the same month last…
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This showed the dogged tenacity of Congress to pursue its political desire for a legislated wage increase despite the dire warning of a financial disaster by…
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The brother of former President Rodrigo Duterte’s former economic adviser Michael Yang has been arrested, authorities confirmed Thursday.
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