The Philippine Services Sector and APEC
The Philippines is a net exporter of services due to a strong IT-BPM sector. As companies increasingly move some of their operations and production or manufacturing processes to other countries, such as the Philippines, more Filipino micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are drawn into the global value chain. This creates more employment and business continue reading : The Philippine Services Sector and APEC
Statement adopted by the Ministers at the Structural Reform Ministerial Meeting (SRMM)
Click here to download a PDF copy of the Statement adopted by the Structural Reform Ministers at the SRMM in Cebu (7-8 September).
Primer on Structural Reform
Structural reform is about changing government policies and regulations so that economic transactions can be done more efficiently. In particular, it aims to eliminate complex and unnecessary government regulations and processes that keep firms and individuals from pursuing business and job opportunities within the country and abroad. Eliminating such barriers to growth allows resources to continue reading : Primer on Structural Reform
NEDA Annual Report 2014: Greater solidarity and better results
The National Economic and Development Authority made significant achievements in 2014, through its mandate and strong resolve to sustain economic gains and meet development targets. The organization remained steadfast as it informed the choice, design, and implementation of policies and programs by its partners in the government and in the private sector. Key achievements include, continue reading : NEDA Annual Report 2014: Greater solidarity and better results
DEVPulse Vol. 18 No. 1. 1st Semester 2015
This DevPulse issue focuses on the economic potentials and imperatives of an autonomous Bangsamoro. The main article answers a very basic question that people in Mindanao often ask: How will the creation of an autonomous Bangsamoro government affect our lives? The other articles discuss two important roles of the new Bangsamoro government in a region that will be mainstreamed in continue reading : DEVPulse Vol. 18 No. 1. 1st Semester 2015
Socioeconomic Report 2014
The Philippines, through its new administration in June 2010, committed itself to achieving inclusive growth through transparent and responsive governance, massive infrastructure investment, increased competitiveness, improved access to financing, improved social services, a stable macroeconomic environment, ecological integrity, quality education, appropriate science and technology appropriations, and advanced peace process alongside improved national security. In 2014, continue reading : Socioeconomic Report 2014
Reconstruction Assistance on Yolanda: Implementation for Results
The Reconstruction Assistance on Yolanda (RAY): Implementation for Results is the second of two planning documents prepared by NEDA to meet immediate post-disaster needs in areas affected by typhoon Yolanda. RAY: Implementation for Results presents an overall results framework for monitoring progress consistent with Philippine Development Plan. It also highlights key policy and program initiatives under implementation or consideration by four continue reading : Reconstruction Assistance on Yolanda: Implementation for Results
The Philippine Development Plan 2011-2016 Midterm Update
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The Philippines Fifth Progress Report – Millennium Development Goals
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NEDA Annual Report 2013
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CY 2009 ODA Portfolio Review
ODA 2009 Annexes
CY 2008 ODA Portfolio Review
ODA 2008 Annexes
CY 2007 ODA Portfolio Review
ODA 2007 Annexes
Socioeconomic Report 2002
In 2002, the Philippine economy showed its firmest growth in the post-Asian crisis period. Building on the strengthsand resiliency established through various structural reforms in the past, all production sectors grew robustly in 2002. Industry andservices surpassed the previous year’s gains and agriculture bucked the effects of a mild El Niño. Growth of private investmentspersistently recovered throughout the year.