Weak Leadership, Worsening Economy, Rising Stakes

January 12, 2026

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2026 could be the year Filipinos turn frustration into action and reshape the political landscape.

2026 Budget: Sound and fury, signifying…

December 31, 2025

The budget that will soon be signed into law is rhetorically reformist but fundamentally politically functional, achieved at the expense of social and economic transformation.

Marcos Jr admin oblivious, failing to arrest deteriorating people’s welfare — IBON

January 24, 2025

If the economy is so steady and employment so robust, why are more Filipinos unable to afford what they need and falling into poverty?

With among the highest joblessness and inflation in Southeast Asia, PH needs bold econ reforms–IBON

July 20, 2022

The Philippines has among the highest unemployment and inflation rates in the region, underscoring the country’s worsening conditions and the urgent need for radical economic measures.

IBON debunks economic Cha-cha movers’ claims on FDI

January 19, 2021

Charter change proponents claim that removing economic protections against foreign investments is needed for economic recovery. But FDI liberalization will instead have long-term adverse impacts on national economic development.