We are living in turbulent times, and 2024 is without doubt a crucial year. A total of sixty-four countries and almost half of the population of the world will hold national elections this year. Their results will determine the future path for freedom and prosperity in years to come.
This report presents the annual update of our indexes, which portray a clear picture of the situation of the world during this decisive year. Moreover, a detailed analysis of the trends of freedom, prosperity, and their respective components during the last decade uncovers several striking facts that can help us understand how we got to this critical juncture.
The Philippines ranked 92nd and 100th out of 164 countries in the 2024 edition of the Freedom and Prosperity Indexes published by US-based think tank Atlantic Council. Out of possible 100 points, the country scored 62.5 in the freedom index (low freedom) and 60.4 in the prosperity index (low prosperity).
Source: Business World and Atlantic Council
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