Philippines

Policy Note on Participation of Developing Countries in Global Value Chains

4-page policy note detailing the key results and recommendations from OECD Trade Policy Paper 179 on the Participation of Developing Countries in Global Value Chains.

Summary Paper of Report on Participation of Developing countries in Global Value Chains

24-page summary paper of the OECD trade policy paper #179 on participation of developing countries in global value chains available on the OECD iLibrary.

Asian Business Cycle Indicators (ABCIs), Vol.12 - Aug – Sept 2013

Although growth outlook is mixed across Emerging Asia, the latest Asian Business Cycle Indicators (ABCIs) suggest signs of growth stabilisation for China and a more positive outlook for the Philippines and Singapore, while still weak growth prospects for India.

Southeast Asian Economic Outlook 2013 - With Perspectives on China and India

Workshop: Does Asia need a unique model for skills development? (Manila, Philippines)

This one-day workshop will serve to explore ideas and initiatives that may be most suited to the Asian region. It will present case studies from middle to high income countries in Asia and review completed and ongoing research on skills in Asia. A recent analysis conducted by the OECD LEED ESSSA initiative in 15 countries in Asia and the Pacific will be shared.

Asian Seminar on financial literacy and inclusion

Organised in Mactan, Cebu, Philippines, this event addressed upcoming challenges and issues related to financial education, literacy and inclusion, with a particular focus on the Asian region.

Skills Development Pathways in Asia: Employment and Skills Strategies in Southeast Asia initiative (ESSSA)

Skills and educational development for inclusive and sustainable growth are becoming significant drivers in OECD countries.

Études par pays des systèmes budgétaires

Le groupe de travail des Hauts responsables du budget (HRB) entreprend des examens nationaux des systèmes budgétaires.

Australian aid to the Philippines: Mid-term evaluation of the Australia–Philippines Development Assistance Strategy

The evaluation found that the Australian aid program to the Philippines had achieved a range of results. AusAID’s contribution was particularly notable in basic education while achievements under the economic growth pillar were found to be modest.

Des réformes urgentes sont nécessaires pour pérenniser les systèmes de pension en Asie, estime l’OCDE

Il faut moderniser d’urgence les systèmes de pension en Asie pour faire face au vieillissement rapide de la population des deux prochaines décennies et assurer aux travailleurs d’aujourd’hui des prestations de retraite qui soient pérennes et suffisantes à l'avenir, selon l’OCDE.