SME-friendly reforms seen boosting exports

Exporters are still optimistic on the country’s exports because of the government’s push to adopt more micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)-friendly reforms that can enable the sector to log in modest growth despite weak global demand.

Philippine Exporters Confederation Inc. (Philexport) President Sergio Ortiz-Luis Jr. said he hopes that some pronouncement of President Rodrigo Duterte can boost the growth of the export sector, particularly if streamlining business procedures, easing doing business, and promoting transparency are addressed.