Philippine economy faces challenge of diversifying growth drivers

Experts urge developing industries critical to reducing reliance on consumption

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A public market in Quezon City, Metro Manila. Consumers in the Philippines have been reeling from inflation and reduced savings stemming from the COVID pandemic. © Reuters

RAMON ROYANDOYAN

MANILA -- The Philippine economy, which relies heavily on private consumption, faces a growing need to diversify its growth drivers, experts have warned, after the coronavirus pandemic and inflation weighed on household spending over the past few years.

Businesspeople and economists say more investment in manufacturing, digital and other industries is needed to create a more resilient economy and sustain the momentum in one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing nations. 

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