Philippines rises in Index of Economic Freedom

March 17, 2026 | 12:02 am

THE PHILIPPINES improved five spots to 77^th out of 176 countries as its economy remains “moderately free,” according to a global index on economic freedom by The Heritage Foundation. Read the full story.

Philippines rises in Index of Economic Freedom

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