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Walang ambisyon?

A discussion in a Viber group populated by many economists focused on the role of development in reducing poverty......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

Enact anti-dynasty law now, ex-AFP, PNP chiefs urge

Lawmakers blame poverty on the Constitution’s economic restrictions. But a select group of retired generals and coronels think otherwise. It’s politicos who are to blame for dynastic reigns that impoverish Fi.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 29th, 2024

Why people’s initiative to amend Philippine Constitution reeks of ‘Marcosian tactics’

“Corruption & poverty are the main reasons why we lag behind economically and politically. These problems are not created by the 1987 Constitution, but by greedy politicians who control power and money for their self-interests." The post Why people’s initiative to amend Philippine Constitution reeks of ‘Marcosian tactics’ appeared first on Bulatlat......»»

Category: newsSource:  bulatlatRelated NewsFeb 23rd, 2024

PSAC affirms commitment to public-private collaboration

The Private Sector Advisory Council is ramping up efforts to foster economic growth and poverty reduction through collaboration between governments and the private sector......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

SM Foundation College Scholarship Application opens February 1

The SM College Scholarship Program, pioneered by the visionary Henry Sy Sr., has transformed the lives of over 4,000 graduates, empowering them to hone their skills and uplift their family from the intergenerational cycle of poverty......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

‘Practically begging:’ District rep rues meager DepEd funds for new classrooms

Days after the Department of Education cited progress in solving classroom shortages, a House representative vented his fury at being given just enough funds in his poverty-stricken district to build 13 new classrooms out of a backlog of over 700......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

Collaborating for Filipino communities

A poverty rate reduced to 9% by 2028 is the target set by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for the Philippines......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Personal memories of Cory on her 91st birthday

My favorite stories are those times she focused on directly helping the poor. She saw the poor as individuals with different needs and not just as economic indicators or poverty rates. . . That was why we created the President’s Social Fund......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

Root of poverty: Dynasties or economic restrictions?

“Government exists for the interests of the governed, not for the governors.” Did the US introduce democracy to the Philippines with that postulate of Thomas Jefferson?.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 23rd, 2024

Latest surveys are results of inflationary sugar cartel

High prices clobbered 72 percent of Filipinos in December. Inflation strained them worse than low wages, 40 percent; joblessness, 28 percent and poverty, 25 percent, Pulse Asia’s survey shows......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 19th, 2024

Japan to strengthen ties with EU to counter China s increasing market dominance

Tokyo [Japan], April 29 (ANI): Several agreements will be soon made between Japan and the European Union to ensure better cooperation on economic security, including strengthening supply chain resilience for semiconductors and other critical materials, Japanese news organization Kyodo News stated quoting its government sources on Sunday. The initiative is being pursued as a way to reduce dependency on countries like China.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Experts discuss reasons why 15 percent of people may not see weight loss results on Ozempic – are you a non-responder?

Millions of Americans prescribed fat-burning shots to combat obesity In an effort to combat obesity and reduce the risk of diseases, millions of Americans have.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsApr 29th, 2024

Best-served vegetables and fruits to reduce the risk of hypertension

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a health issue most people experience given the constant rise in today’s temperature. Since the raging heat is not calming anytime soon, it is best that healthy alternatives, such as consuming vegetables and fruits with natural nutrients that can aid in reducing the risk of hypertension, be.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 25th, 2024

Palace orders agencies’ support for crime prevention

President Marcos has ordered all government entities and encouraged local governments to support the implementation of the 2024 National Crime Prevention Program (NCPP), which seeks to provide strategies to keep communities safe, protect the rights of Filipinos and reduce crimes in the country......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Private firms urged to tap EWA services

The private sector is urged to tap earned wage access services to reduce financial stress among Filipinos who often run low in cash as they await the next paycheck......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 16th, 2024

NEDA cuts PHL additional rice import for 2016 by 25%

By Leslie D. Venzon MANILA, Dec. 17 (PNA) — The government will reduce by roughly one-fourth its planned additional volume of rice imports for the first semester of 2016 meant to boost........»»

Category: newsSource:  philippinestodaRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Landbank eyes digital expansion

State-run Land Bank of the Philippines is targeting to reduce over-the-counter transactions as it moves to expand its digital services for customers......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Xinhua Headlines: What China s new economic pivot means for the world

by Xinhua writer Liu Bowei BOAO, China, March 30 (Xinhua) -- On a flat ground in the Mymensingh district in north-central Bangladesh, some 169,000 solar panels are laid in rows, converting sunrays into electrical power. Now, the 50 MW photovoltaic power plant serves as an epitome of Bangladesh's booming green power development, as the South Asian country has announced the decision to reduce carbon dioxide.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Opinion - South China Sea- Philippines must softly manage disputes or miss out economically

Manilas assertive transparency strategy is touted as a model for managing maritime disputes but it diminishes key economic opportunities. As Chinese investment pours into other Southeast Asian countries, the Philippines must reduce geopolitical risks without acquiescing to Beijing......»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsMar 27th, 2024

PAGCOR cuts e-game rates to encourage more investments

State-run Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. will reduce remittance rates for online and on-site betting platforms by next month in a bid to encourage more investments in the gambling sector......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 19th, 2024