mapping the future

When the business sector partners with BIR for tax collection

For decades, the relationship between taxpayers and the tax collector has been marked by caution,…

Our Dream PH 2046: From gloom to glimmers of hope

(Last of two parts) While we have a sophisticated banking sector, with a world-class BSP…

Our Dream PH 2046: From gloom to glimmers of hope

(First of two parts) Editor’s Note: From the speech delivered by the author as speaker…

A possible way out of our crisis

The Philippines is experiencing a systemic national crisis. The very leaders entrusted by the people…

Rizal, corruption and the price of forgetting: Integrity remains the nation’s most critical foundation

On Dec. 30, the nation again honors the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal. Each year,…

The SM journey: Why values and ESG+R matter

(Last of two parts) Editor’s Note: Acceptance Speech of the author as the “MAP Management…

The SM journey: Why values and ESG+R matter

(First of two parts) Editor’s Note: Acceptance Speech of the author as the “MAP Management…

Sustainability you can experience

Sustainability is often framed in terms of global accords and long-term targets. While these are…

From corruption to shared prosperity:  Enacting ‘Pamamahalang Pilipino’

The Trillion Peso March filled Manila’s streets with rage over billions stolen through flood control…

Empowering regional development councils for accountable infrastructure

The public outrage over this mega scandal on flood control is long on protests and…