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  • 11/30/2023
A think tank says Maharlika’s success will depend on the professionalism of its management and the independence of its board.

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00:00 A think tank says Maharlika's success will depend on the professionalism of its management
00:05 and the independence of its board.
00:08 Independent regional think tank ASEAN Plus Three Macroeconomic Research Office or AMRO
00:13 notes the Maharlika Investment Fund or MIF already has a strong legal framework, but
00:19 the government must ensure that the fund is run by professionals with an independent board
00:24 of directors.
00:25 A report by AMRO says the MIF faces potential risks that could jeopardize its success depending
00:32 on how its management body operates the fund.
00:35 AMRO adds, "At the operational level, the authorities should clearly define its role
00:40 in infrastructure investment with appropriate governance stipulated to avoid misuse of funds."
00:47 President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. handpicked businessman Rafael Consing Jr. as the president
00:51 and chief executive officer of the Maharlika Investment Corporation last November 24.
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