Challenges face the Philippines as population hits 100 million

Global Business

The population of the Philippines has officially hit 100 million people.
While the milestone was celebrated with much hoopla and pride, it also highlights the social and economic challenges facing the country.

For more on the Philippines population growth and what it means for the economy, CCTV America spoke to Dr. Andrew Mason in Hawaii. He’s a Senior Fellow at the East-West Center and a Professor of Economics at the University of Hawaii.