Middle East war could set back human development gains in Philippines — UNDP (opens original article in a new tab)

The Middle East conflict risks setting back human development gains in the Philippines by increasing poverty, disrupting remittances, and raising food and fertilizer prices, according to the UNDP.

• Philippines risks losing recent human development gains due to Middle East conflict impact on economy.
• UNDP estimates 35,000 Filipinos could fall below poverty line from conflict effects.
• Rising fertilizer and food prices threaten agriculture and food security, particularly for farmers.