MANILA – The Philippines will continue advancing reforms and responsible economic policies to safeguard stability and sustain growth despite global economic challenges, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said Saturday.
Marcos shared on Facebook that he recently met with Kristalina Georgieva, head of the International Monetary Fund, at Malacañan Palace to discuss the country’s economic direction and reform agenda.
According to the President, their meeting centered on key priorities aimed at maintaining the Philippines’ growth momentum and strengthening its economic foundations.
He highlighted the importance of working closely with international partners such as the IMF to support national development goals.
“With discipline, sound policy and cooperation with partners such as the IMF, we will keep the Philippine economy stable and growing,” Marcos said.
The President noted that their conversation also touched on the Philippines’ agenda as the incoming chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Marcos stressed that continued reforms, policy discipline and stronger global cooperation are essential in making the Philippine economy more resilient.
In an interview with the Philippine News Agency, Georgieva said the IMF projects the Philippines to grow faster than the region’s 4.3 percent average, citing reform efforts that could support stronger long-term economic performance.
The IMF is a global financial institution that promotes monetary cooperation, financial stability and sustainable growth among its 191 member states.
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