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Examining recent trends in poverty, inequality, and vulnerability (executive summary)
2010While the most recent economic growth figures of the Philippines are much better than expected, it is important to recognise that even when economic growth occurs, members of society do not benefit equally from this growth. Government, therefore, has to develop social protection mechanisms that would reduce the deprivation suffered by the marginalised sectors of society such as the poor.DocumentThe policy development process and the agenda for effective institutions: the Philippines
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2007A developing economy such as the Philippines has to create an enabling environment for economic growth and development. But how does one nudge forward the creation of such an environment? This paper departs from the usual discourse on the need for effective implementing institutions.DocumentAre we winning the fight against poverty? An assessment of the poverty situation in the Philippines
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2010In 2006, poverty incidence in the Philippines went up by 3 percentage points from 2003, marking a reversal against the downward trend in previous poverty estimates. This upward trend went against expectations after the Philippine economy exhibited a relatively robust performance during this period. The reasons as to why this has happened are explored in this paper.DocumentAssessing the resilience of ASEAN banking systems
2012Since the global financial crisis in 2008/09 there has been heightened concern about the resilience of banking systems in Southeast Asia. This paper proposes a methodology that uses a macroprudential perspective to assess the resilience of banking systems in member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.DocumentPoverty and agriculture in the Philippines: trends in income poverty and distribution
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2012Poverty incidence in the Philippines is rising based on the national official data released by the National Statistical Coordination Board. Poverty incidence among population rose from 24.9 percent in 2003 to 26.4 percent in 2006 and then inched up further to 26.5 percent in 2009.DocumentSchooling disparities: an early life lever for better (or worse) equity in the future
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2010Schooling disparities get translated into income and other social disparities.DocumentA note on economic growth, inequality, and poverty in the Philippines
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2011Notable literature on the poverty and growth nexus for the Philippines point out that growth alone is not sufficient to lift the poor out of poverty.DocumentWhat constrains PWDs to participate in discount privileges? The case of bus fare and medical care discounts in the Philippines
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2013The Philippines is at par with developed economies in terms of creating and passing laws that protect and uphold the rights of, and mainstream persons with disability (PWDs) into the society.DocumentEmployment of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the Philippines: the case of Metro Manila and Rosario, Batangas
2013Persons with disability (PWDs) are among the vulnerable groups in the country that need utmost attention from the government. This is perhaps the reason why the institutional and legal environment has been made favorable to this particular group, especially in the area of employment. However, earlier reports note that the quality of employment of PWDs still needs improvement.DocumentAspirations and challenges for economic and social development in the Philippines toward 2030
Philippine Institute for Development Studies, 2013The Philippines continues to demonstrate a development puzzle. Despite abundant natural and human resources, its development record pales in comparison with its neighbors in East Asia. This study presents a SWOT analysis to explain the economic development of the Philippines.Pages