By Daxim L. Lucas
(First of three parts) Fund managers around the world have dubbed the Philippines the newest “tiger economy” of Asia. And for good reason. The latest government data showed the economy roaring ahead at its most vibrant pace in decades. In fact, the country’s growth—measured by the rise in the gross domestic product (GDP)—is one of [...]
Posted: December 25th, 2012 in Editor's Pick,Headlines | Read More »
By Cesar B. Bautista
Much has been written lately about the rebounding situations in Southeast Asia’s emerging economies, led by the Philippines. The expert observers are right—for the first time, our economy has attained a measure of stability resulting from President Aquino’s tremendous efforts to tackle corruption, to dismantle cronyism and to improve the country’s reputation as being business-friendly.
Posted: September 17th, 2012 in Columnists,Inquirer Columns | Read More »