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The study entitled “The Philippine Manning Services Industry: Prospects and Impact on the Philippine Economy and Industry Development Policy” reframes the sector from being simply a source of overseas remittances into a powerful domestic economic engine. While Filipino seafarers are widely recognized for the billions of pesos they remit annually, the study demonstrates ... continue reading

Filipino Seafarers Generate ₱1.06 Trillion in Economic Impact, Steering 4% of PH GDP – CRC Study
Expertise, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Transportation and Logistics

Filipino Seafarers Generate ₱1.06 Trillion in Economic Impact, Steering 4% of PH GDP – CRC Study

By Clarisse Buday|November 13th, 2025|Expertise, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Transportation and Logistics|

A groundbreaking study by the leading economic think tank Center for Research and Communication of the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) and the Association of Licensed Manning Agencies (ALMA Maritime Group) has revealed that the Philippine seafaring industry generated a total ₱1.06 trillion in economic activity in 2024, underscoring its pivotal role in ... continue reading

For every peso spent on Grab, P3.42 is injected into the economy — CRC study
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For every peso spent on Grab, P3.42 is injected into the economy — CRC study

By Clarisse Buday|March 15th, 2024|Conferences, CRC Events, Expertise, News, Transportation and Logistics|

DRIVING THE PHILIPPINES FORWARD. UA&P Resident Industry & Regional Economist Prof. Greg Mabbagu (R) delves into the intricacies of Grab's economic multiplier effect, emphasizing its pivotal role in propelling the Philippine economy forward. L-R: Paolo Abrera, event moderator; Dr. Cid Terosa, UA&P School of Economics Associate Professor; Dr. Thomas Aquino, Senior Fellow at CRC. ... continue reading

CRCFI Research Fund selected research proposals for AY 2023-2024
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CRCFI Research Fund selected research proposals for AY 2023-2024

By CRC Staff|July 19th, 2023|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics|

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

What Investors Can Expect from the Philippines Post-Pandemic
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What Investors Can Expect from the Philippines Post-Pandemic

By CRC Staff|April 4th, 2023|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics|

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 Importance of Institution Building
CRC Insights, Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics

The Importance of Institution Building

By CRC Staff|March 16th, 2023|CRC Insights, Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics|

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

How the Philippines Can Become a First World Country, According to Renowned Economist, Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas
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How the Philippines Can Become a First World Country, According to Renowned Economist, Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas

By CRC Staff|January 31st, 2023|CRC Insights, Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics|

“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

CALABARZON, Central Luzon, CAR, and SOCCKSARGEN – The New Metropolises in the Philippines for FDIs to Invest in, says eminent economist
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CALABARZON, Central Luzon, CAR, and SOCCKSARGEN – The New Metropolises in the Philippines for FDIs to Invest in, says eminent economist

By CRC Staff|January 20th, 2023|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Transportation and Logistics|

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

It Is Possible for the Philippines to Reach First World Status Filipino Economist, Dr. Bernardo Villegas Explains How
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It Is Possible for the Philippines to Reach First World Status Filipino Economist, Dr. Bernardo Villegas Explains How

By CRC Staff|November 10th, 2022|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, Social Economics, Transportation and Logistics|

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

The Philippines’ Well-Loved Palawan Gives Rise to Agritourism
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The Philippines’ Well-Loved Palawan Gives Rise to Agritourism

By CRC Staff|October 11th, 2022|Expertise, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Transportation and Logistics|

When it comes to tourism, it is no secret that one of the things the Philippines is most famous for is its pristine beaches. That’s why it comes as no surprise when Dr. Bernardo Villegas states that Palawan will be one of the places that will benefit the most from the economic recovery of the ... continue reading

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