Arsenio Balisacan

Arsenio Balisacan is the Secretary of the Department of Economy Planning and Development (DEPDev), focusing on aligning regional development plans with national economic goals. He supports initiatives such as a P20-per-kilo rice pilot program to boost agricultural productivity and reduce food prices, while also advocating for sustainable growth and resilience against global uncertainties. Balisacan is optimistic about the Philippines achieving upper-middle income status by 2026 despite challenges like trade policy changes and climate impacts.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

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