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The IMF says the Philippines is the only country in the world likely to exceed its previous GDP growth forecast, and it is now the strongest growing economy in south-east Asia. It has record reserves of foreign currency, and has outlined its most ambitious infrastructure budget next year – much of which will go into ports, airports and road and rail projects. In terms of exports, semi-conductors and electronic data processing equipment have led the way.
