Tokyo-based Ratings and Investment Information Inc. (R&I Ratings) on Tuesday affirmed its “BBB” investment grade rating for the Philippines, forecasting solid economic growth given the Duterte government’s aggressive infrastructure plans.

An anticipated widening of the fiscal deficit and another current account deficit are unlikely to become major hitches and the financial system remains stable, it added.

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