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DEPDev

The Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DepDev) plays a key role in shaping the Philippines' economic policies and growth strategies. It has recently addressed various economic challenges, including adjusting tariffs, managing growth forecasts, and supporting innovative projects like Naga City's AI City Planner. DepDev also advocates for stricter regulations on online gambling and has assessed the impact of international conflicts on the Philippine economy.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Wed, January 7, 2026 at 5:50 AM

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Recent developments on DEPDev

Mon, January 5, 2026 at 3:23 PM

DepDev chief: US-Venezuela conflict won't affect PH economy

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DepDev) Secretary Arsenio Balisacan stated that the conflict between the United States and Venezuela will not impact the Philippine economy.

Tue, December 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM

World Bank cuts PH economic growth forecast to 5.1%

The World Bank has lowered its economic growth forecast for the Philippines to 5.1% for the current year, down from a previous projection of 5.3%.

Fri, December 5, 2025 at 7:31 PM

DOTr shelves proposed jeepney fare hike amid economic recovery

The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has decided against implementing a fare increase for both traditional and modern jeepneys at this time, citing the nation's ongoing recovery from recent calamities.

Fri, December 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PIDS projects 5% PH economic growth in Q4, misses full-year target

The Philippine economy is projected by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) to grow by five percent in the fourth quarter of 2025, an improvement from the previous quarter's performance.

Thu, November 20, 2025 at 3:26 PM

Naga City receives P6.79 million grant for AI City Planner

Naga City has been awarded a P6.793 million grant to develop the Philippines' first AI City Planner, aimed at creating a people-centered and sustainable transport and land-use system.

Sat, November 8, 2025 at 3:33 PM

PBBM approves zero tariff on imported tin-mill black plates for 3 years

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. has approved a zero tariff rate on imported tin-mill black plates (TMBP) for three years, a crucial material for the food canning industry.

Fri, November 7, 2025 at 9:04 AM

Philippine economy grows 4% in Q3, slowest since Q1 2021

The Philippine economy grew by 4% in the third quarter of 2025, its slowest pace since the first quarter of 2021, down from 5.5% in the previous quarter and 5.2% in the same quarter last year.

Wed, November 5, 2025 at 12:34 AM

ED Council approves flexible rice tariff scheme effective Jan 2026

The Economy and Development (ED) Council has approved a flexible rice tariff scheme effective January 1, 2026, allowing adjustments of 5 percentage points for every 5% change in international prices, capped between 15% and 35%.

Wed, October 22, 2025 at 12:25 PM

DEPDev backs stricter online gambling regulation

The Department of Economic Planning and Development (DEPDev) supports a ban or stricter regulation of online gambling, citing its minimal economic contribution and significant social costs.

Tue, October 21, 2025 at 7:26 PM

ICI to validate 421 ghost projects

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) is set to conduct field validation of 421 "ghost projects" identified by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), Philippine National Police (PNP), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev).