Philippines Ascends to Upper-Middle-Income Status After Four Decades
The Philippines has officially been reclassified as an upper-middle-income country by the World Bank, a milestone not achieved in nearly four decades. President Marcos hailed this as a testament to his administration's economic policies, anticipating increased investment and tangible benefits for Filipino families.
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