Sunday, July 15, 2018

ECONOMIC REFORM

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Title of the text: 
ASEAN Prospects for Regional Economic Cooperation

Authors of the text: 
Alburo, Florian
Title of the Journal/Publication: 
Philippine Institute for Development Studies
URL or web address:
https://www.pids.gov.ph/publications/1103
Main Idea: 
In general, the past experience of ASEAN seem to show that its failure in promoting the full potentials of economic integration among its member countries. Difficulty in integration is usually attributed to differences in levels and paces of development, differences in protective structures and geographic sizes.
Evidence that support the main idea:
This article looks into the economic context of the ASEAN Summit and its prospects for regional economic cooperation. It also discusses the relevant framework used and the previous attempts made by the authorities. Will integration be realized in the sense of its theory and tradition? Can the benefits of integration be achieved? Will the initiatives around Preferential Tariff Agreement be superior to customs unions?    

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Title of the text: 
Science and Technology in National Economic Recovery and Growth
Authors of the text:
Arizabal, Antonio V.
Title of the Journal/Publication: 
Philippine Institute for Development Studies
URL or web address:
https://www.pids.gov.ph/publications/1100

Main Idea: 
The relevance of Science and Technology in our economy cannot be disputed. It has greatly contributed in a number of significant accomplishments in agriculture and natural resources, industry and energy, the basic sciences, and health and nutrition.

Evidence that support the main idea:
DRN features the thoughts of Dr. Antonio V. Arizabal, the Secretary of DOST. He not only provides the readers the thrusts of the Department but the interesting insights on the problems faced by S and T in the Philippines as well.

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Title of the text:
Economic Recovery: Issues and Problems    
Authors of the text: 
Constantino, Winnie    
Title of the Journal/Publication:
Philippine Institute for Development Studies
URL or web address:
https://www.pids.gov.ph/publications/1025

Main Idea: 
This article lists the main factors that have fueled growth and consumer spending at the start of the recovery period.

Evidence that support the main idea:
also provides an analysis of the issues, problems and prospects of the Philippine economy for the next three to five years.

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Title of the text: 
Economic Policies and Philippine Agriculture    
Authors of the text:  
David, Cristina C.    
Title of the Journal/Publication: 
Philippine Institute for Development Studies
URL or web address:
https://www.pids.gov.ph/publications/853

Main Idea: 
Evaluation of the impact of general policies, such as trade and foreign exchange, financial, fiscal and employment policies and specific measures relating to subsectors in agriculture, such as price policies, credit programs and efficiency, indicates that almost all agricultural activities investigated appear to enjoy a comparative advantage.
Evidence that support the main idea:
Evidence suggests a strong economic potential in agriculture. While price interventions are unquestionably geared to promote various development goals, such policies have been adverse to agriculture sector. Several problems in the agriculture's subsectors are also identified.



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