In picture (1st row from R-L): Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas, Dr. Winston Conrad B. Padojinog, Sec. Frederick D. Go, Dir. Leslie Vanessa Lim, & Atty. Joy Diaz-Teston. (2nd row from R-L): Mr. Cesar Averia, Jr., Mr. Paul Joseph Garcia, Dr. Robin Michael Garcia, Mr. Gerogio Mabbagu, & Mr. Bruce Borres. [UA&P, Pasig City, ... continue reading
The Center for Research and Communication Foundation, Inc. (CRCFI) is pleased to announce the research proposals that were chosen by the Selection Committee for the AY 2023-2024 run of the Research Fund: 1. "Pilot Testing the Institutionalization of Service Contracting Towards the Establishment of A Public Transit Authority in LGUs as a Viable Catalyst for ... continue reading
The Covid-19 pandemic has caught the world by surprise – both first world countries and third world countries alike. Despite this, nations around the globe are sure to bounce back from this challenge as we try to navigate the situation in what we call as the “new normal.” Looking on the bright side, this trying ... continue reading
The Founder of ICD and ISA, Dr. Jess Estanislao… outlined a very comprehensive approach to improving governance at all levels of Philippine society. He highlights the critical importance of institution building, the key to long-term sustainable and equitable development. The missing link has been the sustained institutional strengthening and transformation program on the ... continue reading
“The title of this book is unapologetically ambitious. Yes, I am strongly convinced that those who are in their 20s and early 30s today (the so- called ‘millennials’ and ‘centennials’) will live to see the Philippines become a First World country.” … The decade spanning ... continue reading
Metro Manila has long faced issues of decongestion. With businesses opening left and right to buildings rising one after another, those seeking for better jobs continue to flock to Manila resulting in overcrowding and traffic congestion. Data shows that through the government’s various efforts, numerous areas are now looking to become the new metropolises and ... continue reading
For many Filipinos, imagining the Philippines as a first world country may be a far-fetched dream; but is it? In his newest book, entitled, “The Philippine Economy Towards First World Status,” Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas provides a lengthy discussion on why the country is geared towards becoming a first world country between the years 2040 ... continue reading
According to renowned economist, Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas, now is the time for Foreign Direct Investors to invest in the Philippines for several factors. He explains, “…It is wise to consider the strong fundamentals of the Philippine economy (demographic dividend, strategic geographical location in the most dynamic economic region in the world today—the Indo-Pacific region—and ... continue reading
“…It is wise to consider the strong fundamentals of the Philippine economy (demographic dividend, strategic geographical location in the most dynamic economic region in the world today—the Indo-Pacific region—and vast natural resources, among others) as the main reasons for investing in the Philippines...” Over the ... continue reading
With the recent developments in the country, economists are looking closely at the future economic status of the Philippines as it shifts to a new administration. According to CRC Research Director Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas, the Philippines’ GDP can keep growing to at least 6 to 7% for the next six years or so. How? ... continue reading
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