Pray for Japan—especially the Japanese economy

JAPAN is a steadfast ally and friend. Japanese investments in our country are second only to those of the United States. Militarily, Japan is our second most powerful and closest ally. Japan is one of our biggest export destinations. And our OFWs in Japan are among the most well-paid—and are now better treated.

Japan is also the largest provider of government aid (ODA) to our country. And Japanese foundations, NGOs and civil society organizations (CSOs) are among the most active in working with Filipinos in providing humanitarian, educational and many other socio-economic development programs to combat our massive poverty problem.