WB urges PH to connect growth corridors outside Metro Manila

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ next phase of economic growth will depend on whether its cities and surrounding growth corridors can function as integrated regional economies, the World Bank said, arguing that the government must move beyond supporting local governments in isolation. In a report released Tuesday, the Washington-based lender said the country’s urban potential extends well beyond Metro Manila, identifying 26 clusters of neighboring cities and municipalities spanning 112 urban local government units across Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao. READ: 33% of Filipinos expect economy to improve in next 12 months – SWS But geographic barriers, weak coordination among local governments […]...

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