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An outcome of the underdeveloped and slow-growing manufacturing industry in the Philippines is the low net income due to the cost of production as well as the worsening of Brain Drain.

The manufacturing industry neither substantially adds to the economy nor does it create sufficient jobs for professionals in the country. Generally, a robust manufacturing sector contributes to overall economic growth by creating products that generate value and by employing a significant portion of the labor force. In the Philippine context, because the manufacturing sector is struggling, jobs are limited. Most workers end up in informal or low-paying jobs with no security. The economy grows slowly, and people feel stuck. There’s also less room for innovation, so we stay dependent on importing goods instead of making and exporting our own.

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Answer 1:

Many people are worried that the job market in the Philippines doesn’t meet the needs of workers. Because of this, skilled professionals like teachers, engineers, and nurses often go abroad to earn more money, even if the jobs are not related to their careers. This results in a loss of talent that could have helped the country grow. AWO International says around 10% of Filipinos work overseas because there aren’t enough good-paying jobs at home. Despite the loss of local talent, OFWs boost the economy through remittances, which make up a large part of the country’s GDP but also show our heavy reliance on jobs abroad.

Answer 2:

Albert Einstein said that people can find meaning in life by helping others. He believed that building strong connections and working to improve others' lives gives us purpose. This idea matches what Dr. Giovanni Tapang said—that scientists, teachers, and other experts should use their skills to help solve the problems of the Filipino people. By doing this, they not only help society but also find meaning in their own lives.

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Which of Dr. Tapang’s proposed solutions to the Philippines’ state of Science and Technology is most feasible? Why?

Dr. Tapang affirmed that the country should build a strong local industry as it would not only preserve the expertise inside our country but also benefit us technologically. The most effective way to strengthen local production and reduce reliance on imported goods and equipment from foreign investors is through active government support. By establishing policies that ensure the protection and investment in local industries and workers, we secure the workforce of professionals, such as engineers and scientists, and utilize their skills to foster collaboration between science and society. The appreciation for our own skilled engineers, technicians, and scientists would skyrocket and provide jobs that would slowly fix the jobless crisis our country is facing.

Why did Dr. Giovanni Tapang mention that our economy is “not yet dead” despite the low efficiency in economic-related S&T in the country?

Dr. Tapang said that the Philippine economy is “not yet dead” because it continues to survive through sectors like services, tourism, the export of raw materials, and remittances from OFWs. While these help sustain economic activity, he emphasized that they are not long-term solutions, especially since the country’s science, technology, and industry remain stunted and underdeveloped due to heavy reliance on foreign investors and the lack of government control over key sectors. He believes real growth is still possible through strong reforms in education, agriculture, and local industry to build a self-reliant economy.

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1. How did Dr. Tapang describe the state of Science and Technology in the country? Why did he use such descriptions?

Dr. Tapang described the state of Science and Technology in the Philippines as “bansot at atrasado” (stunted and backward) because, despite having individuals capable of innovation, the country lacks support for growth and opportunities. Many schools in the country lack science facilities and equipment. Whereas, local industries barely improved due to inadequate government support such as limited investment in research and development. Therefore, many Filipinos tend to move abroad for better opportunities which further weaken the country’s progress. This does not only weaken the country's progress but also reflects the systemic neglect of the science and technology sector.

2. According to the resource material, what is the industry that keeps the Philippines economy alive despite productivity in Science and Technology?

Dr. Tapang explained that the industry that keeps the Philippine economy is the BPO industry. Jobs like the call centers, customer service, and service crews provide jobs to people, despite how small and limited their impact may be. These types of services do not produce material objects, unlike manufacturing or industrial production. This means we are heavily reliant on imports and trade for basic goods while other professions have fewer opportunities because there is no local production.

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3. What is the percentage rate of Filipinos who work abroad? What does it imply?

10-11%. This implies that there is a lack of job opportunities here in the Philippines and low wages of income that are not fit for everyday living and support their families’ financial needs.

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1.How did Dr. Tapang describe the state of science and technology in the country? Why did he use such descriptions?

Dr. Tapang described the state of Science and Technology in the Philippines as “Bansot” (stunted) and “Atrasado” (underdeveloped). He did this because the country's science and technology sector has not had the chance to develop and has untapped potential, meaning that we have not fully utilized our scientific and technical capabilities. First, there are educational deficiencies where Filipinos are ill-prepared due to the quality of education, where not all schools have the means of equipment that can help students to be hands-on. Second, the lack of industries where the country has no capability in producing goods, which limits the job opportunities for many professionals, and this can result in unemployment and brain drain. Lastly, He also highlighted the country’s overdependence on services, the decline of manufacturing and agriculture, and the low number of researchers all of which contribute to a fragile science and technology ecosystem. As a result, he used these terms to highlight how, in spite of Filipino talent and promise, growth has been impeded by the issues mentioned above.

3. What is the percentage rate of Filipinos who work abroad? What does it imply?

Dr. Tapang claims that 10-11% of Filipinos work abroad. Evidently, this shows that the country still lacks in job opportunities locally and even if there were, the minimum wage is not enough to sustain the daily expenses of Filipinos which is why they choose to take these international job offerings despite the many sacrifices that they would have to make. Additionally, Dr. Tapang mentioned that it is not the incompetence of the Filipinos which hinders them in getting jobs, rather it is because the country’s economy cannot absorb the labor force that is being produced.

4. What does Albert Einstein mean when he stated, “Man can find meaning in life, short, and perilous as it is, only through devoting himself to society.”?

Albert Einstein’s statement “Man can find meaning in life, short, and perilous as it is, only through devoting himself to society” focuses on the idea that the true purpose of life is found in serving others. As life is often unpredictable, difficult and short lived. Einstein suggests that meaning cannot be found in selfish or materialistic pursuits. Instead, fulfillment comes from contributing to something bigger than oneself whether it is through community service, scientific advancement, education, or social change.

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2. According to the resource material, what is the industry that keeps the Philippines economy alive despite low productivity in Science and Technology?

The service industry is the sector that continues to keep afloat the Philippine economy despite the country's low productivity in the science and technology sector. The service industry includes Business Processing Outsourcing or commonly known as BPOs, retail, and other service based activities that are present in the country. While this specific industry contributes significantly to the country's GDP and provides employment, however, it does not produce any goods or promote any technological advancements. The over-reliance on the service industry limits the country's ability to industrialize, innovate, and create a high-value jobs this makes it only a temporary economic support rather than a long term national development.

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2) According to the resource material, what is the industry that keeps the Philippines' economy alive despite low productivity in Science and Technology?

Dr. Tapang mentioned that even with the struggling agriculture sector and the stagnating manufacturing industry, the services industry took over our economy. It provided jobs, however small our economy is. The services industry includes call centers, back-end offices, service crews in fast food chains, and rentals.

4) What does Albert Einstein mean when he stated, "Man can find meaning in life, short, and perilous as it is, only through devoting himself to society?

Albert Einstein’s quote reminds us that life becomes meaningful when we live not just for

ourselves, but for others. In the PILS video, this idea comes to life. He speaks passionately

about using science and innovation to help ordinary Filipinos, especially those in the provinces

who are often left behind. He urges us to think beyond personal success and instead ask: how

can what we know or what we do make someone else’s life better? Just like Einstein, Tapang

believes that real fulfillment comes when we use our talents to serve our communities and lift

each other up.

7) Why did Dr. Giovanni Tapang mention that our economy is “not yet dead” despite low efficiency in economic-related S&T in the country?

Dr. Tapang said our economy is "not yet dead" to show that there's still hope left. Even though we're not using science and tech properly right now, he believes we can still turn things around. If we support local industries, fix our education system, and use science to help real people, we can still move forward. It's his way of saying it's not too late, we just need to act and care. In addition, Tapang’s statement conveys a hopeful outlook, recognizing that despite the present low efficiency in science and technology, the economy possesses fundamental strengths like a youthful population, continuous innovation, and promising investment opportunities. He acknowledges the existing challenges but emphasizes the potential for growth if the country prioritizes developing local industries and enhances collaboration among academia, industry, and government policies.

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According to the video material, the weak manufacturing industry in the country results in a whole lot of outcomes. Discuss one of these outcomes.

One major outcome of the weak manufacturing industry in the Philippines is the emigration of skilled professionals. With limited industries to absorb scientists, engineers, and researchers, many are forced to seek opportunities abroad. This brain drain results in a loss of local expertise and hinders the country’s ability to innovate and build a self-reliant economy.