http://business.inquirer.net/113137/bloomberg-chief-says-ph-in-an-enviable-position
There are a lot of factors behind the economic boom being enjoyed by the Philippines right now… and although controversial in some circles, I agree with Bloomberg that strong leadership is one of them. It would be pretty hard to have strong economic growth without political leadership’s influence.
As an interested observer, I can say that love him or hate him, the President has done a great deal to change the global view of the Philippines. His leadership comes across very well in the media and plays well overseas.