Despite gloomy global trade forecasts, the Philippines’ strong macroeconomic fundamentals, competitive geographical and labour force advantages, and rising domestic consumption bode well for future trade and investment.
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Economic view | Mark E Williams, CEO, KGL Investment Company Asia, on the progress of the Philippines’ next economic hub
6 Jun 2017
How will the Global Gateway Clark (GGC) help position Central Luzon as a decongestion area for Metro Manila?
Economic view | Raul Joseph A Concepcion, Chairman and CEO, Concepcion Industrial, on air conditioning and the future of consumer demand in the Philippines
29 May 2017
What are the major characteristics of the air conditioning market and the main factors driving market penetration?
Economic update | Philippines central bank bolsters finance sector against hacking, cybercrime
26 May 2017
The Philippines’ central bank has stepped up efforts to protect the banking industry from hacking and theft by approving a series of new authentication regulations, which come as part of a broader push to strengthen the sector against cybercrime.
A proposal to offer limited amnesty to delinquent taxpayers alongside stronger future enforcement measures could boost tax compliance in the Philippines, bringing fresh revenues to the state and certainty to investors.
Economic update | Philippines looks to Asia-Pacific partners to advance agriculture exports
29 Mar 2017
Increased export opportunities in the region should help drive further growth in the Philippines’ agriculture industry, which expanded strongly last year after overcoming the impact of natural disasters.