Policy makers, industry leaders, academics, and civil society representatives convened yesterday at the Philippines Roundtable on New Models of Work, hosted by a regional think tank, the Tech for Good Institute (TFGI), in collaboration with the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).
Marking the first event specifically designed to adapt and implement regional best practices within the unique labor market conditions of the Philippines, the roundtable addressed urgent workforce challenges intensified by the rapid growth of the digital economy.
As one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing digital economies, the Philippines faces significant shifts in its labor market, driven by an accelerated reliance on digital platforms, a booming gig economy, and an increase in international remote work.
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