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The magic bullet for boosting manufacturing production

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Andy Henderson, http://www.ozy.com/pov/the-magic-bullet-for-boosting-manufacturing-production/72205?utm_source=ozyge&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=11292016&variable=52af57bdb25c500ad0fe628fd8cf4052 When it comes to manufacturing prowess, mastering the science of streamlined, efficient production is job No. 1. With so much money at stake — in 2015, manufacturers contributed a whopping $2.17 trillion to the U.S. economy, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis — it’s all about the bottom line. And…

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Reject Akbayan labor groups’ politics of collaboration and deceit — KMU

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

Nov. 05, 2012 DAVAO TODAY, http://davaotoday.com/main/inbox/reject-akbayan-labor-groups-politics-of-collaboration-and-deceit/ Press Statement 01 November 2012 It has become clear to the public that Akbayan is overrepresented in the Aquino government and definitely not a marginalized group. Having received colossal sums of money from the Cojuangco-Aquinos, oppressors of the farm workers of Hacienda Luisita, Akbayan represents the interests of landed gentry…

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Nov. 1, 2016 – Endo by any other name is just as exploitative. We have been told endo has been ended in a number of enterprises…

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

Nov. 1, 2016 – Endo by any other name is just as exploitative. We have been told endo has been ended in a number of enterprises.  Don’t believe!  What one enterprising mall chain has done is to tell workers they are now regular, but their contracts would be renewed on a yearly basis. Trick or…

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Let’s make TB history

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Bill Gates, November 1, 2016 I visited South Africa earlier this year to learn more about the progress the country is making in the fight against HIV. I toured health clinics, met with doctors and researchers, and listened to the stories of people living with HIV. Again and again, our conversations turned to an…

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Republic Act No. 10911 – Anti-Age Discrimination in Employment Act

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

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Republic Act No. 10906 – Anti-Mail Order Bride Law

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

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DOLE to hold 2 more labor summits to resolve endo

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Mayen Jaymalin (The Philippine Star), November 1, 2016 MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is mounting two more labor summits within the month in an effort to resolve issues on contractualization.

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Philippines urged to address skills challenges in key industries

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Iris Gonzales (The Philippine Star), November 1, 2016 MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines needs to address skills challenges in crucial industries like business process outsourcing, tourism and electronics and electrical manufacturing, to sustain its growth momentum according to a study by the Singapore Management University and global financial services firm JP Morgan.

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High power cost weighs down Philippine competitiveness

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Danessa Rivera (The Philippine Star), November 1, 2016 Experts at a recent forum said electricity is the biggest expense for industrial firms, accounting for about a fourth of total costs. MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines will continue to lag in global competitiveness unless government addresses the country’s high power cost – considered among the…

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Social media’s hoaxes and trolls

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

By Rey Gamboa (The Philippine Star), November 1, 2016 We live in a totally different world these days where conmen do not necessarily have to personally interact with their victims and gangsters are not always gun-toting and knife-wielding.

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Next stop, Panganiban Reef

Published by rudy Date posted on November 1, 2016

(The Philippine Star), November 1, 2016 So far, so good… fishing communities in Zambales are said to be looking forward to a bountiful Christmas. This was after Chinese Coast Guard vessels stopped preventing Filipinos from fishing in Panatag or Scarborough Shoal.

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PH 3rd most optimistic economy – global business survey

Published by rudy Date posted on October 31, 2016

The survey shows optimism of Philippine businesses stood at 84% in the 3rd quarter of the year, way above the average of 42% By Rappler.com, Oct 31, 2016 9:00 PM MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines emerged as the 3rd most optimistic economy among 37 countries driven by strong prospects in revenues, exports, and the Association…

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Palscon, other groups unite to end contractualization

Published by rudy Date posted on October 31, 2016

(The Philippine Star), October 31, 2016 MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Association of Legitimate Service Contractors (Palscon), has linked up with other groups to end the illegal employment practice of “contractualization” or “end of contract,” more popularly known as “endo” and “5-5-5.”

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Proposed labor policies to hurt Philippine export growth

Published by rudy Date posted on October 31, 2016

By Richmond Mercurio (The Philippine Star), October 31, 2016 MANILA, Philippines – Proposed labor policies, which include wage adjustments and the termination of the end-of-contract (endo) work arrangement, are seen to drag down the country’s already slumping export growth, the Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) said.

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TUCP holds 8th National Convention, Elects new president and officers

Published by rudy Date posted on July 5, 2016

Some 1,000 delegates, guests, and observers attended the 8th National Convention on 1 May 2016 in Quezon City, with the theme “Towards Decent Work and Equitable Development”, in compliance with the Court of Appeals Order (CA-G.R. SP No. 130863) and Supreme Court Decision (G.R. 213188), and in accordance with the TUCP Constitution and Bylaws. The…

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Babala sa OFWs: ‘Wag kumagat sa FB job offers

Published by rudy Date posted on June 29, 2016

By Armida Rico, Abante, June 29, 2016 Muling pinayuhan kahapon ng pamunuan ng Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) ang lahat ng naghahanap ng trabaho na huwag maniwala sa mga naglipanang job offers sa Facebook at Twitter.

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Chasing shadows: Tax strategies to tackle the shadow economy

Published by rudy Date posted on June 16, 2016

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These 3 factors are sinking the world economy

Published by rudy Date posted on February 4, 2016

This article is published in collaboration with Project Syndicate. January is usually expected to be a good month for stock markets, with new money gushing into investment funds, while tax-related selling abates at the end of the year. Although the data on investment returns in the United States actually show that January profits have historically…

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Memo on the economy for the next Philippine president

Published by rudy Date posted on February 3, 2016

Almost all Filipinos want their president to succeed. Only politics makes it difficult to see through this basic fact. Significant success of the president momentously moves the nation forward.

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Philippine economy thrives as young workers stay in the country

Published by rudy Date posted on November 8, 2015

Where many of his friends and relatives have opted to move to North America to find a good job, the 38-year-old’s preference has always been to remain at home with his wife and four children.

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Is the sharing economy getting the culture wrong?

Published by rudy Date posted on September 15, 2015

Airbnb co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky asked Peter Thiel, who invested in the company, for the single most important piece of advice he had for Airbnb. Thiel replied, “Don’t fuck up the culture.” This was a great advice, not just for Airbnb but also for every organization operating in the sharing economy. However, a couple…

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JFC laments non-implementation of Data Privacy Act

Published by rudy Date posted on August 31, 2015

MANILA, Philippines – Foreign business groups said the Philippines’ first data privacy law remains a “piece of paper” after nearly three years of its passing.

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Weaker peso is good for PHL economy – NEDA’s Balisacan

Published by rudy Date posted on January 20, 2014

Don’t worry, Philippine economic managers are saying if the dollar turns stronger in tandem with the US economic recovery. There is an ample supply of the greenback to absorb external shocks while the peso’s weakness – eventually – bodes well for the economy.

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Kinks in the economy

Published by rudy Date posted on April 15, 2013

After the euphoria-inducing investment-grade rating given to the Philippines during the Lenten break, a string of not-so-good news has hit the economic front. Foreign direct investments—or money that goes into productive undertakings like tourism, agriculture, or industrial projects—registered a net inflow of $576 million in January, down by nearly half from $1.05 billion posted in…

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Why an aging population is not good for economy

Published by rudy Date posted on November 19, 2011

Imagine this scenario:  The only child of two aging and sickly parents faces deep pressure to provide for all their needs since there are no siblings to help carry the burden.

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Corruption keeps PHL economy from growing, business leaders say

Published by rudy Date posted on September 14, 2011

Widespread corruption, not only in government but also in the business sector, is a stumbling block that keeps the economy from growing, business leaders and analysts said at the 1st Integrity Summit Wednesday.

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‘Shadow economy’ a rich source of tax revenue—ADB

Published by rudy Date posted on July 14, 2011

A study by the Asian Development Bank found that the Philippines has one of the highest tax rates in Asia, but the country’s untaxed underground economy is also among the largest in the world.

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Economy facing new risks

Published by rudy Date posted on October 21, 2010

Prices of commodities including petroleum are beginning to spike upward again, which could derail global economic recovery and affect growth in the Philippines, according to economists.

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Leading indicator points to slow economic recovery

Published by rudy Date posted on October 5, 2009

THE Philippine economy may go through a ”slow recovery” in the third quarter, according to the National Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB), as its composite leading economic index (LEI) slid further into negative territory. Citing a moderate decline in its LEI, the agency said the indicator slipped to negative 0.425 in the third quarter from a…

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Teodoro cites 4 steps to stimulate economy

Published by rudy Date posted on July 28, 2009

MANILA, Philippines – Defense Secretary Gilbert “Gibo” Teodoro outlined his roadmap for the country’s sustained economic growth anchored on lasting peace specifically in southern Philippines.

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