Winnie Monsod
Economist and political commentator

Born
July 29th, 1940
85 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Philippines
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An economist and political commentator, contributions include economic planning in the Philippines. Served as a professor at the University of the Philippines. Worked as a member of the National Economic and Development Authority. Actively participated in addressing economic policies and reforms in the country.
Served as a member of the National Economic and Development Authority
Contributed to economic planning initiatives in the Philippines
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