MANILA, Philippines—A group of prominent economists and sociopolitical analysts have voiced support for a recent initiative by Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. to amend economic provisions of the Constitution, saying this would attract the "right kind" of investors to the Philippines. "We believe the country cannot experience inclusive growth, reduce poverty and combat joblessness except by removing these restrictions from the fundamental law of the land and allow Congress to liberalize those provisions as may be needed," said the Foundation for Economic Freedom (FEF) in a statement Thursday. The FEF is headed by former Finance Secretary Roberto de O...
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