Philippine terrorism spooks investors in vital outsourcing sector

Possible nationwide martial law could send money to Malaysia, India

20170924 Philippine BPO

Philippine call centers service U.S. clients around the clock, but would be vulnerable if martial law in Mindanao is extended nationwide.

CLIFF VENZON, Nikkei staff writer

MANILA -- The business process outsourcing industry in the Philippines -- a major foreign exchange earner that includes call centers -- is facing a threat: investor confidence diminished by terrorism.

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