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The Workers behind Migrant Work

By |October 21st, 2022|Expertise, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, News, Professorial Chairs|

We probably know bits and pieces about overseas employment from what we see in the news and social media but we may not fully appreciate the process and the people behind overseas work. This is what this article describes. Many  of those who attempt to apply for work abroad think that they can do so ... continue reading

The Philippines’ Agricultural Landscape Will Continue to Flourish and Here’s Why

By |October 17th, 2022|CRC Insights, Digital Sector, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness|

“… The highest priority of the Government should be given to two areas of concern: [the second] how to improve the productivity of the agricultural sector… Top officials of the Department of Agriculture outlined the key pillars of the ongoing programs to improve agricultural productivity that they wish would be adopted by the next ... continue reading

The Philippines’ Well-Loved Palawan Gives Rise to Agritourism

By |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

New Challenges of OFWs Amidst the Pandemic

By |October 3rd, 2022|CRC Insights, Family and Youth Education, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work|

“Why then should they seek work overseas? The quick answer is that there is a surge in unemployment as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic and the months of lockdown - and leaving the country may be the only hope they have for landing a job.” ... continue reading

CRC – the Premiere Consultancy Group on Public Service Law – Demonstrates the Value of IT and Telecommunications to FDIs

By |September 20th, 2022|Digital Sector, Expertise, Infrastructure and Industry|

One of the key topics of the Center for Research and Communication’s (CRC) Series of Economic Fora included the “Arts, Entertainment, and Advertising to Steer Philippine Economy.” Done in collaboration with the Philippine Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Philippines Office, Censei, the DAP Graduate School of Public and Development Management, PSPA ... continue reading

How Tourism Can Help Boost the Philippines’ Economy

By |September 19th, 2022|CRC Insights, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Transportation and Logistics|

“Transitioning to the Next Administration”, published on May 17, 2022 in his column “Business and Society” in the Manila Bulletin, CRC Director for Research Dr. Bernardo M. Villegas shares pointers on the best course to further strengthen the country’s tourism which will greatly contribute to the Philippines’ GDP growth. ... continue reading

What Jobs Await OFWs?

By |September 2nd, 2022|Expertise, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, News, Professorial Chairs|

When global leaders, top businessmen or executives talk about jobs post-COVID-19 pandemic, there is emphasis on technology, Work from Home, service with minimal physical contact, webinar meetings, acceleration of the pace of digital transformation, access to new platforms and digital marketplaces. They warn that there will be new ways of customer service and product delivery ... continue reading

CRC’s Partnership with DILG Proves Why it is the Go-To Consultancy Firm and Expert in the Public Service Law

By |August 24th, 2022|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, News, Transportation and Logistics|

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

Why Now Is the Opportune Time to Invest in the Philippine Market

By |August 22nd, 2022|CRC Insights, Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Transportation and Logistics|

“…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

CRC Is Your Premiere Advisory Group in All Matters Relating to the Public Service Act

By |August 19th, 2022|Digital Sector, Energy Industry, Expertise, Family and Youth Education, Food and Agribusiness, Infrastructure and Industry, Migration and Overseas Filipino Work, News, Transportation and Logistics|

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