THE National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) Board approved the Duterte administration’s Philippine Development Plan (PDP) 2017-2022, the first medium-term plan anchored on a national long-term vision, or AmBisyon Natin 2040. The PDP was approved late Monday during the third NEDA Board meeting under the Duterte administration at Malacañan Palace. The plan calls for a strong gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 7 percent to 8 percent in the medium-term. Included among the targets are trust in government and society, more resilient individuals and communities, and greater drive for innovation. NEDA is drafting an executive order that mandates all government agencies to align respective programs, projects and activities with the Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022.

Source: Manila Times February 21, 2017 17:26 UTC