January’s revelation that the Philippines’ economy grew 3.7% in 2011 came as the government and central bank announced new measures to further boost growth. Indeed, President Benigno Aquino’s...
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Economic Update | The Philippines: Boosting domestic demand
27 Feb 2012
Economic Update | The Philippines: Building investment
21 Feb 2012
The Philippines’ construction sector appears set for a busy year, with the state planning to inject billions into the industry. While the government’s infrastructure programme continues to ramp up,...
Economic Update | Philippines: Filling the rice bowl
14 Feb 2012
In the Philippines’ current plans for a major upgrade of the country’s agricultural sector, the most dramatic move is a determination to transform the country from being the world’s top rice importer...
Economic Update | The Philippines: Year in Review 2011
27 Jan 2012
The Philippines may be heading towards a period of economic introspection, looking inward for growth and stability as the shadow of slower economic growth appears to be spreading over many of its key...
Economic Update | The Philippines: Banking on tourism
13 Jan 2012
With 2011 having seen a spike in visitor arrivals, the Philippines’ tourism sector is moving ahead with plans to become a major engine for the country’s economic growth.
Economic Update | The Philippines: Balancing act
5 Jan 2012
A $1.66bn stimulus plan announced earlier this autumn is expected to stimulate domestic demand in the Philippines as effects from the ongoing global economic turbulence continue to impact the country...
