Ambisyon Natin 2040: From Vision to Action

Summary

The video highlights the long-term development vision for the Philippines, known as Ambisyon 2040. Spearheaded by the National Economic and Development Authority, the plan outlines aspirations for a prosperous, predominantly middle-class society by 2040. It aims to eradicate poverty, improve living standards, and promote innovation. The strategy involves economic reforms, human capital development, infrastructure growth, and ecological sustainability. Endorsed by President Duterte in 2016, the vision aligns with international commitments like the UN Sustainable Development Goals, requiring consistent effort across administrations to achieve lasting economic and social progress.

Takeaways

• 📈 Development is a long-term process that can take years or decades to significantly raise living standards and eradicate poverty.
• 🇵🇭 The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) developed the Ambisyon Natin 2040, a long-term vision for the Philippines.
• 💡 Ambisyon Natin 2040 represents the collective aspirations of Filipinos for a better life and a more prosperous country by 2040.
• 👥 The vision was created through a consultative process with government, private sector, academia, and civil society involvement.
• 📊 Over 10,000 Filipinos participated in surveys and focus groups to articulate their aspirations for the country.
• 📝 In 2016, President Rodrigo Duterte ratified Executive Order No. 5, adopting Ambisyon Natin 2040 as the country's official vision.
• 🏡 By 2040, the Philippines aims to become a prosperous, predominantly middle-class society where no one is poor.
• 📅 The Philippine Development Plans until 2040 will be anchored in this vision to ensure continuity and consistency across political administrations.
• 🔄 The vision focuses on expanding economic opportunities, reducing vulnerability, promoting ecological integrity, and ensuring good governance.
• 🌐 The plan aligns with international commitments such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals, requiring cooperation from all stakeholders.

Q & A

What is the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)?

The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is the government agency responsible for economic development planning in the Philippines. It developed the long-term vision called Ambisyon 2040 for the country's growth.

What is Ambisyon 2040?

Ambisyon 2040 is the national long-term vision of the Philippines, representing the aspirations of the Filipino people to achieve a prosperous, middle-class society by 2040. It aims to raise living standards and eradicate poverty.

How was the Ambisyon 2040 vision developed?

Ambisyon 2040 was developed through a collaborative process that began in 2015, involving an advisory committee with representatives from the government, private sector, academia, and civil society. Input was gathered from more than 300 citizens in focus group discussions and nearly 10,000 participants in a national survey.

What is the main goal of the Philippines by 2040 as stated in Ambisyon 2040?

The main goal is for the Philippines to become a predominantly middle-class society where no one is poor, citizens live long and healthy lives, are smart and innovative, and the country enjoys a high level of trust and peace.

What role did President Rodrigo Duterte play in Ambisyon 2040?

In October 2016, President Rodrigo Duterte ratified Executive Order No. 5, officially adopting Ambisyon 2040 as the country's long-term vision, ensuring that future development plans are aligned with it.

How will the Philippines' development plans be aligned with Ambisyon 2040?

The Philippine Development Plans (PDPs) created and implemented until 2040 will be anchored in the Ambisyon 2040 vision. This will ensure that policies, programs, and projects remain consistent and sustainable across different political administrations.

What is the focus of the 2017–2022 Philippine Development Plan?

The 2017–2022 Philippine Development Plan is focused on expanding economic opportunities, increasing access to these opportunities, supporting lagging economic sectors, ensuring macroeconomic stability, and developing strategic infrastructure while promoting ecological integrity.

What are the specific socio-economic goals of the Duterte administration?

The Duterte administration’s socio-economic goals, as part of the '0+10' agenda, include expanding economic opportunities, implementing a strategic trade and fiscal policy, ensuring efficient taxation, maintaining macroeconomic stability, and promoting human capital development.

How does Ambisyon 2040 integrate with international commitments?

Ambisyon 2040 takes into account international commitments such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), requiring strong ownership and involvement from stakeholders and leaders in the country.

What is the envisioned lifestyle for Filipinos by 2040 according to Ambisyon 2040?

By 2040, Filipinos are envisioned to enjoy a stable and comfortable lifestyle, with enough resources for daily needs and unexpected expenses. Families will live together in their own homes, with the freedom to travel, supported by a clean, efficient, and fair government.