Karl Wilson Archive
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Jan 25, 2011
Filipinos working overseas are likely to have sent back more than $18 billion last year. Although this boosts GDP, it also detracts from the country's skilled workforce. Read Article Boom in remittances has hidden cost back in the Philippines
Jan 09, 2011
The torrents besieging the state of Queensland will also put the squeeze on the market value of coking coal, and by extension, steel as major miners claim force majeure. Read Article Australian floods dampen everything but prices
Nov 28, 2010
Nations in the region recognise the importance of modern infrastructure to their economic progress, but results in the Philippines do not match the stated commitment. Read Article Infrastructure essential to Asia's continued growth
Nov 11, 2010
Water covers more than two thirds of Earth, but freshwater supplies are declining at an alarming rate. The economic impact could be catastrophic if the trend continues. Read Article A liquidity crisis of the drinkable kind
Nov 04, 2010
Security stepped up in the capital after foreign intelligence agencies indicate risk of an attack extends beyond troubled southern region. Read Article Philippines on high alert after terror warnings
Sep 04, 2010
The tragic hijacking of a bus is having a terrible effect on the tourism industry in the Philippines. But problems existed in the country's hospitality sector before. Read Article Philippines' reputation takes a hit
Aug 29, 2010
Tall grass covers the site of a mass grave that no one has been brought to justice for in the worst political massacre in modern Philippine history. Read Article A year on, little solace for 57 killed
Aug 24, 2010
A hijacking incident ended with a bloody shoot-out and at least eight people dead, including seven tourists and their captor, an ex-police officer. Read Article Inquiry into Manila bus siege deaths
Aug 12, 2010
For 40 years, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front has fought to establish a Muslim homeland in the south-eastern Philippines. Read Article Muslim rebel leader hopes for peace under Aquino
Aug 08, 2010
Critics are alarmed at the announcement from the Philippine health secretary as concerns rise over 'organ trafficking' that could exploit the poor. Read Article Manila may lift donation ban
