Philippines’ UMIC label: A prosperity mirage?
Before we start celebrating and patting ourselves on the back, what, in fact, is the reality on the ground?
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Before we start celebrating and patting ourselves on the back, what, in fact, is the reality on the ground?
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Our greatest competitive advantage must increasingly come from the creativity, ingenuity, and innovative spirit of the Filipino people.
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The diverse applications of nonwoven textile materials made from Philippine natural fibers are set to unlock new opportunities for local manufacturers.
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The decline in foreign direct investment was driven by a 91.7 percent drop in net investments in debt instruments - $44 million from $522 million in April…
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A decade or two ago, we saw strong volume growth in beer and spirits. Today, coffee has probably become the fastest-growing beverage consumed outside the home.
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If the Philippines truly wants this new economic status to have meaning, the benefits of growth must become more inclusive.
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The recent reclassification is not just a statistical achievement but a pivotal moment that should drive stronger support for local industries.
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A certain occupant of the Palace by the Pasig River couldn’t wait to crow about a shiny new label from Washington: upper middle-income country, they called it,…
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Economic milestones are important because they tell us our country is moving forward, but they should also remind us that our responsibility to care for one…
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PETValue Philippines Corporation and Republic Cement & Building Materials Inc. (RCBM) have formalized a Zero Waste to Landfill Partnership, reinforcing…
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We need to stop falling for the press releases. We need to stop letting macroeconomics gaslight our daily suffering. It is time to get angry.
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SEA Health Innovation Hub (SEA HI Hub) has launched a regional healthcare innovation alliance, signing landmark agreements with leading universities,…
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SEA Health Innovation Hub (SEA HI Hub) has launched a regional healthcare innovation alliance, signing landmark agreements with leading universities,…
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More Filipinos could benefit from stronger job creation, higher incomes, and increased investment after the Philippines officially graduated to…
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The labor market compounds the misery. The unemployment rate rose from 4.4 percent in December 2025 to 5 percent in March 2026, while core inflation climbed to…
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THE RISE OF AI-ENABLED AND SMART BIKES HAS FUELED HOPES OF A REBOUND FOR THE BUSINESS.
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“By utilizing robotic precision to shorten hospital stays, minimize surgical trauma, and reduce post-operative complications, we aim to create a more…
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The future of DAILY TRIBUNE should not be dictated by a platform. It should be dictated by purpose. Journalism has never been about ink, paper, websites, or…
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