Poverty isn’t really falling, govt can do more

December 23, 2023

Poverty only seems lower because it’s compared to when the economy was locked down. Compared to the first semester of 2018, poverty is actually growing and shows that government needs to do more.

IBON Executive Director on 2023 first sem poverty stats

December 22, 2023

Farmers, fisherfolk remain poorest in 2021

March 31, 2023

The main sectors that feed the nation remain the poorest in the nation due to long-time government neglect. The Marcos administration can raise incomes and secure their livelihoods by ensuring substantial production support and assistance.

Millions of Filipinos still poor despite foreign investments

March 23, 2023

Some politicians claim that more FDI after charter change will reduce poverty. However, poverty has stayed high over the years of increasing FDI.

Economic development felt by ordinary Filipinos?

April 6, 2022