MAP Urges Regulatory Modernization to Boost Philippine Investments
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has called for the modernization of the country's regulatory environment to enhance its investment competitiveness against ASEAN neighbors. Citing that current regulations lag behind market growth, MAP proposed transparent processes and graduated enforcement.
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