Philippines FCO Political and Economic Updates
The Philippines: Back to School - At Least For Some
Summary: Step change needed if Philippines to raise its educational game. Opportunities for UK business?
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 12 Jun 2013
Philippines: Midterm elections – May 2013
Summary: Generally robust elections strengthen President’s ability to execute policies.
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 24 May 2013
Philippines: Growth and Credit Ratings Up but Continuing Challenges - May 2013
Summary: IMF praises Philippines but nevertheless highlights unresolved structural challenges
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 10 May 2013
Philippines Achieves First Ever Investment Grade Bond Rating – April 2013
Summary: For the Philippines an earlier-than-expected upgrade by London-based Fitch Ratings is seen as important recognition of economic progress.
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 10 Apr 2013
OECD: Southeast Asian Economic Outlook – April 2013
Summary: OECD Southeast Asian Economic Outlook forecasts solid growth until 2017, but momentum needs structural challenges to be addressed.
Author: UK Delegation to OECD, Paris
Published: 10 Apr 2013
SE ASIA ECONOMY: Capital Inflows and Asset Prices – a Cause for Concern? – April 2013
Summary: Southeast Asia’s strong economies attracting caapital inflows from developed markets
Author: British Embassy Bangkok (SE Asia Economic & Trade Policy Network)
Published: 04 Apr 2013
Philippine Economy: Strong 2012 Performance and 2013 Outlook – January 2013
Summary: UK export growth above 20% based on strong growth; prospects for year ahead.
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 15 Jan 2013
Philippines Ends Discrimination Against Imported Spirits – January 2013
Summary: Philippines introduces WTO-compliant regime on alcohol and tobacco taxes
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 04 Jan 2013
Summary: Visit by UK Minister underlines progress in relations and commercial opportunities.
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 03 Jan 2013
Philippines: 2013 Budget Approved
Summary: Budget displays continued strong economic management despite high levels of discretionary spend
Author: British Embassy Manila
Published: 24 Dec 2012