Philippines Falling Behind: Wages, Commutes, Survival
Filipinos work hard yet survive on low wages and brutal commutes. Written by Glenn Junsay Pansensoy · Local Politics · 14 min read Why Filipinos Feel Left Behind: Wages, Commutes, and the Cost of Survival Why Filipinos Feel Left Behind: Wages, Commutes, and the Cost of Survival By Glenn · October 31, 2026 Many Filipinos who travel to neighboring countries come home with a painful realization: the Philippines is falling behind in the everyday conditions that shape people’s lives. In Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and other parts of Asia, they see higher salaries, more reliable public transportation, cleaner streets, better urban planning, and economies tha...