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In 2022, only 24% of elected positions in the country were held by women, a notable decrease from 30% in 2017. Despite progressive laws like the 19..

As the country wrapped up its observance of National Women’s Month, experts gathered in a hybrid forum to confront an often-overlooked issue quietly..

The Philippine APEC Study Center Network (PASCN) of the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), in collaboration with the Xavier Universi..

Cultural micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Philippines must embrace innovation while preserving tradition to remain competitive in a..

A young worker diligently paying his PhilHealth contributions found relief in his coverage when dengue struck. His hospital bills were manageable, all..

Child wasting — a form of malnutrition characterized by low weight-for-height indicating acute undernutrition — has significantly declined in the ..

The blue economy, which heavily relies on ocean-based industries, is emerging as a crucial driver of long-term economic growth in Cebu and the Central..

The Philippines, with nearly 80% of its territory consisting of marine waters, can successfully pursue growth opportunities by sustainably harnessing ..

The integrity of marine ecosystems and the livelihoods of small-scale fishers are significantly affected by illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishi..

The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) has undertaken a key initiative to harmonize five decades of Philippine Census of Population a..

The Philippine economy continues to face domestic challenges and global uncertainties that require careful fiscal management and policy adjustments. ..

A study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) reports that the Philippines continues to fall behind its Southeast Asian neighbors..

The rising cost of chemical fertilizers in the Philippines has sparked renewed interest in organic farming methods, as farmers and experts seek more a..

A recent study by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) highlights the significant shift from traditional to digital media, driven b..

The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), a leading government think tank, has taken a significant step toward strengthening the countr..