The Philippine Innovation Act

Republic Act (RA) No. 11293 otherwise known as the “Philippine Innovation Act” was signed by President Rodrigo R. Duterte on April 17, 2019. The law mandates the creation of the National Innovation Council (NIC) that will steer the whole-of-government coordination and collaboration and to remove the fragmentation in the country’s innovation governance. The NIC is continue reading : The Philippine Innovation Act

The National Transport Policy and its Implementing Rules and Regulations

To achieve the Transport Vision, the Government hereby adopts the National Transport Policy which all elements of the transport system and all sub-sectors of transportation, including passengers, shippers, service providers, investors, agencies and instrumentalities of government and those involved in the movement of people and goods and in the provision of transport infrastructure, facilities and services, shall abide by and use as guidance in transport development, management, operations, and use.

STATEMENT OF SOCIOECONOMIC PLANNING SECRETARY ERNESTO PERNIA ON THE RECENT CREDIT RATING UPGRADE

The credit rating upgrade for the Philippines by R&I will enhance the country’s investment climate and creditworthiness. Wider fiscal space enables the country not only to spend more on infrastructure but also invest in ‘suprastructure’—quality education and Science & Technology Innovation ecosystem required for the Philippines to become a globally competitive knowledge economy.

Public Consultation for the Drafting of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Republic Act (RA) No. 11293 or the Philippine Innovation Act

Republic Act (RA) No. 11293 otherwise known as the “Philippine Innovation Act” was signed by President Rodrigo R. Duterte on April 17, 2019. The law mandates the creation of the National Innovation Council (NIC) that will steer the whole-of-government coordination and collaboration and to remove the fragmentation in the country’s innovation governance. The NIC is continue reading : Public Consultation for the Drafting of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Republic Act (RA) No. 11293 or the Philippine Innovation Act

Voluntary National Review (VNR) 2019

The VNRs aim to facilitate the sharing of experiences, including successes, challenges and lessons learned, with a view to accelerating the implementation of the 2030 Agenda. The VNRs also seek to strengthen policies and institutions of governments and to mobilize multi-stakeholder support and partnerships for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Joint Call for the Updating of the 2017-2022 PIP and Formulation of FY 2021-2023 TRIP as Input to the FY 2021 Budget Preparation

On August 27, 2019, NEDA issued the call for the agencies’ submission of priority programs and projects (PAPs) for inclusion in the Updated PIP and FY 2021-2023 TRIP, as input to the FY2021 budget preparation. The Updated PIP is expected to: Contain the Core Investment Programs/Projects (CIPs) or pipeline of PAPs for Investment Coordination Committee continue reading : Joint Call for the Updating of the 2017-2022 PIP and Formulation of FY 2021-2023 TRIP as Input to the FY 2021 Budget Preparation

Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 266 of Firms Providing Community Access

GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF INCENTIVES UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 226 OF FIRMS PROVIDING COMMUNITY ACCESS I. DEFINTION Community Access shall cover activities that will provide facilities for mass-based use of internet/e-commerce. This shall include internet cafes, kiosks, multipurpose communications telecenters, etc. II. COVERAGE UNDER THE YEAR 2001 IPP Community access will fall continue reading : Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 266 of Firms Providing Community Access

Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 226 of IT Technology Services

GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF INCENTIVES UNDER E.O. No. 226 OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES I. COVERAGE The following Information Technology projects offering service both in the domestic and international market are eligible for BOI registration: ► IT Services ► IT-enabled Services ► ICT Support Services II. DEFINITION OF TERMS 1. IT-Services include activities continue reading : Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 226 of IT Technology Services

Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 226

GUIDELINES FOR THE REGISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF INCENTIVES UNDER EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 226 OF INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS   I. DEFINITION Internet Service Provider (ISP) refers to a business that provides access to and/or internetworking connectivity via the Internet, usually for a monthly fee and may include other Internet-based value added services. II. COVERAGE UNDER THE continue reading : Guidelines for the Registration and Administration of Incentives under EO 226

Guidelines on the Registration of IT Enterprises and Establishment and Operation of IT Parks/Buildings

GUIDELINES ON THE REGISTRATION OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ENTERPRISES AND THE ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATION OF IT PARKS/BUILDINGS (Approved by the PEZA Board on 29 December 2000) PEZA shall encourage and support investments of Information Technology (IT) Enterprises, as well as the establishment and operation of IT Parks/Buildings to serve as readily available suitable locations for continue reading : Guidelines on the Registration of IT Enterprises and Establishment and Operation of IT Parks/Buildings

Annual Report 2018

2018 is a milestone year for the National Economic and Development Authority as we celebrate our 45th Founding Anniversary. Significantly, if we will trace our roots to the National Economic Council, our predecessor agency which was established in 1935, this would mean that our role in national growth and development has been in place for 83 years. Since then, our influence towards nation building has become more relevant, responsive, and people-centered.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Poverty Statistics

Base sa Republic Act 8425 o Social Reform and Poverty Alleviation Act na isinabatas noong December 11, 1997, kabilang sa mga itinuturing na mahihirap ang mga indibidwal at pamilya na kumikita nang mas mababa sa poverty threshold o yung mga walang kakayahang tugunan ang mga pangunahing pangangailangan o “minimum basic needs” para mabuhay.