The Philippine economy has grown rapidly since 2010, but despite this growth, poverty and inequality remain high. Two-thirds of the poor live in rural areas, and the weak performance of the agriculture sector has contributed to the slow improvement in livelihoods. The challenge for agriculture...

PART I: ECONOMIC CONCERNS -- Chapter 1: Macroeconomic trends, vulnerability and resilience capability of SIDS -- Chapter 2: Development strategies for the vulnerable SIDS -- Chapter 3: Global developments and sustainability of small islands -- Chapter 4: Trade Policy, Innovation Governance and...