INTERNET SATTELITES OF CHINA

 

The constellation satellites created by Elon Musk, known as the Starlink, are a big leap in technology, which makes the US's leadership  in this field unmatched.

But just recently,  China didn't like to lag behind; it was a battle of  leadership and supremacy against  the US that they intend.

With the recent launch and aspiring in space technology, China is not so far behind. It wants to take the throne from the US in whatever way possible. They made efforts to solve their acquired technology through theft, and there it goes: They are on their way to low-orbit satellites to install about 15,000 of them.

I really admire the hardships of the CCP, and by estimate, it will not be long before they will be at par with the US in all aspects or more.

Our viewpoint:

As a country, our government and those elected officials should likewise dedicate time and effort in looking at the ways of China for the benefit of our country and people. Ways to become powerful in economy and military.

The acts of corruption are still the reason of our slow growth and our dis-interest in technology and manufacturing  makes us unable  to  defend ourselves in the WPS  or even in disasters by the lack of our assets and capabilities and technology.

 We still live in the era of corruption that we cannot support our national security amidst the bullying of China in our own waters.

The trouble with our governance is the lack of aggresivenes of our leaders in meeting the challenge. We have already known the differences of country, cities with China, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and even Vietnam. Their modernity and advancements in infrastructures alone indicates our weakness in good  governance.

THE DEFENSE AND SECURITY

 

The events in the west Philippine Sea is a matter that our interest should be on the alert for national security.

We are outnumbered in coastguard patrols, and by this problem, it is logical that we should turn to our capacity of our local manufacturing 

 for building more coast guard ships of about a hundred meter in length whenever feasible.

Our practice of buying foreign made ships should be reduced and increase our local manufacturers participation in building more to gain strength in our sea patrols.. 

It will be good if we can attain to as much as about  500 to 1,000 coast guard ships and navies as target to reach a level that  we will be feared and respected.

There are opinions that our condition do not support the atmosphere of our defense industry. It is time that this industry should become part of our economy knowing that with the global peace and security conditions, there is a demand for these crafts. A surplus of our production will create a climate of defense and security market.

It will generate employment, hone our local technology, foreign currency savings, more revenue for the government, and a performance of  GDP in general.

TRUMP TARIFFS

 

The logic of Trump is correct in tarriffs.

The opinion that the American consumers will hurt the most is actually wrong. Most commentaries in the social media and news sources is wrongly saying that the consumers in america will suffer is unfounded and totally bias.

US consumers has freedom what to buy, they are consumers, and they choose what they consume. Therefore, it will result to less buyers of expensive goods. Naturally none will buy products of the same kind which is pricey.

The losers in this situation will be the foreign goods by making their product unsellable to the US market, that's the truth. The media should speak on these terms that foreign goods with high cost will no longer be able to sell because American buyers will not place orders.

Media is giving wrong answers to the question on tariffs. They always give the wrong answer.

Politically, they want to paint a band leadership of Trump. I can say that this is the first time that Europe are surprised by leadership of Trump, and it only shows that the US President is not swayed by any influences that giving them nightmares right now.

If tariff is bad for America, why Mexico and Canada is in panic right now? Tariff is a leverage for the US and none can argue with that.

The US is the biggest buyer of goods all over the world, and if US stops buying, Countries will suffer.

 

CHINESE PORTS AROUND THE WORLD

 

China's international port acquisitions involve strategic economic, political, and military ambitions that, as most analysts and experts suggest, would allow China to take a strong lead and control not only global trade dominance but also coercion when needed.

There are more or less a hundred ports worldwide that China owns, controls, or has a major stake in, which gives it the right to use them for military purposes when times require, as likely will happen, many would say.

Its port in Djuobuti is now a Chinese military base after it was used for trade and later became a military base.

The Khalifa Port in the UAE is another example, as China has made projects. Given these events, which reveal China's true intentions, it is very alarming to trust China with its port ownership or acquisitions, which are now suspected to be entirely unknown to the UAE government after the US intervened.

Therefore, given that these events reveal China's true intentions, it is alarming to trust China with its port acquisitions, which are now spread worldwide.

The problem with the BRI projects is the loans extended by China. Still, in reality, the projects are consumed by Chinese Loans, contracts, and labor, and the receiving country is disadvantaged. 

Under the mask of BRICS, China is utilizing these trade alliances to defeat the US dominance in trade first and later in military power after it acquired ports, projects, and loans that would subject countries to its influence and power.

For now, the situation is seen as an intent to greater cooperation in trade with countries in BRICS membership, but we suspect that China will eventually take over power once times come up, and these member countries, who are weak and powerless, will become their subjects.

Now, in retrospect, the Philippines should skeptically see these developments, knowing that China's moves are very evident and that not in the long future, our country will be confronted by the reality that pressures and influence in trade for its overcapacity is somehow a factor that our thinkers should immediately consider for study and consideration.

The country should likewise engage in more intellectual advancement while filling the gap in technologies we still lack. Yet, the moment is now that our sectors should be called upon to assess global developments with countries that are on the move of claiming powers over all, like China.

As we insist, the country's manufacturing sector is very low in activity, and the volume of products of all kinds should be encouraged for all its citizens, who can create and make them all prosper in the name of relaxed regulations and control.

It is now the time to revolutionize business, manufacturing, trade, and technology, which would give us the leverage to compete globally and make us respected all over with our brands and technologies, products that could influence other actors.

Sometimes, it is observed that our rules and regulations, requirements for start-ups, and incoming local investments are discouraged by the huge hurdles in the ease of doing business in the country. There must be a channel for local micro investors that can thrive successfully in sheetrock and areas of our economy that will make our growth tower in these times of need.

Government agencies, offices like the DENR, DTI, the  DILG, and other regulating bodies in the government should extend their hand in reaching and helping the difficulties of start-ups for local and small businesses. We see that this country is far from being mature in our global trade, and it will take a while before most of our companies will become of power in globalization.

 

This recent event in the West Philippine Sea, where a Chinese coast guard ship had water cannoned our Philippine vessel, is a signal for the government to shift its policies towards increased defense budgets for national security reasons.

The policies intended or proposed herein for  study or consideration by our officials shall embrace approach that will benefit the economy of the country as well. 

Defense and Economy.

Defense and economy shall be intertwined. To attain economic stability, defense expenditures shall benefit technology, jobs, skills, local talents, and foreign currency savings to improve the economy.

We should first manufacture our naval and coast guard ships to the advantage of Filipino-controlled corporations and businesses and then acquire those technologies abroad through partnerships on FDIs.

 Local Manufacturing is very significant, as it will cure the country's unemployment problem by building defense industries that will spur commerce all over the country. Imagine the demand for parts and machinery, and businesses will flourish, creating many jobs.

The problem in the West Philippine Sea is a sign that our government should hastily improve our defense capabilities not on the revenue of foreign countries, but for the benefit of the Filipino people earning technology and  the economy, not otherwise, which is the current setup.

We should view our defense programs and actions to align with the country's economic prosperity. It is a matter of priority that our financial problems will not be affected by our spending on defense budgets, 

Because of the current state of our economy, it is imperative that our government take initiatives and actions that will serve our people's interests and improve their living conditions. 

THE SUPPLY CHAIN AND THE PHILIPPINES

 It is in the country's best interest that we maintain a positive discussion about its economic concerns, which will improve the conditions of our people and our capacity to navigate the world of wealth and politics. 

While the country is suffering on all fronts regarding our ability to exist in trade and politics, actions must be undertaken to remain strong and resilient in the challenges of the onslaught of economic windfalls.

The problem of supply chains controlled by China threatens our survival and will remain a threat unless action is taken to control or manage the situation. In this problem, the government should infuse liberalized policies and regulations on businesses, industries, and manufacturing, which these sectors should be focused on by the government.

The liberalized business sector should carefully balance our liberalized import policies, especially in exporting products. Maintaining this equilibrium is crucial for the overall health of our economy.  

As all countries are concerned about China's handling of the supply chain problem, the Philippines has a crucial role to play. We must guard against the supply chain being controlled and monopolized by China, ensuring our own economic sovereignty.

Therefore, our government should liberalize the private sector and private enterprises to achieve the goals of growth, superiority, and dominance in the region. By the way, the constitution's goal is to provide public welfare for our people; therefore, the government must emphasize this sector more to achieve GDP growth and an economy superior to others.

POVERTY INCIDECE RATE IN THE PHILIPPINES

The recent PSA report on the country's poverty incidence is worth noting. This matter is a significant factor in the government's policymaking regarding the current data impacting the country. As revealed in this survey, we must resolve the conditions of poverty of

our people.

This matter should pay attention to studies and strategies for our concerned offices, particularly the executive branch,  that immediately take action to address the problem.

As this matter emphasizes the injection of new measures to combat the country's poverty problem, it is therefore desired that the people actively participate in shaping the policies that should be prioritized by the government with the participation of the private sector.

Business.

The government should now redirect its policies to promoting the private sector as the crucial means of resolving the problem. As embodied in our constitution, the role of private sectors and private enterprises must shape the landscape of our economic growth and productivity, paving the way for a better life for everyone.

This opinion is based on the recent article ZAMBOANGA BARRM THE POOREST IN THE COUNTRY

 As needed, business activity in the country is at its weakest compared to China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and other countries in the Southeast Asian region. There has been an explosion of information regarding these comparisons, and something must be done to level the playing field for us.

Compare the countries around us, particularly Vietnam, which has already surpassed the country in terms of economic growth due to its foreign investments, which is becoming a matter of concern for the governance of this country to seek the goal and security of our people.

While these facts and data are presented to us, action must be taken, and a priority condition should be made promptly.

MANUFACTURING

Manufacturing needs to be our government's priority. Without a solid manufacturing base, our economy cannot hope to lift our people from poverty.

Manufacturing will solve our economy's problems, including foreign debts, inflation, employment, and technology, which will help us provide public welfare for our people. 

Export

The export economy is the best of all because it is about strengthening our financial freedom and the power to not be bullied by foreign economies; it is about self-reliance and independence from foreign sources. It is National Security.

So, the poverty incidence report is something that our government should shift focus on industrial sector of our economy. Because it is only by industrialization of our economy that our country can help our people to have jobs, income and all opportunities that will eradicate the incidence of poverty.