Philippine Unemployment Tick Up in April 2025: Government Responds

Philippine Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly in April 2025 The Philippines saw a slight uptick in unemployment during April 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The unemployment rate climbed to 4.1%, a marginal increase from the 3.9% recorded in March. This translates to over two million Filipinos without jobs in April. The underemployment rate also saw a concerning rise, jumping to 14.6% from 13.4% in the previous month. The PSA data reveals a trend of slow but steady growth in unemployment. This is despite government efforts to stimulate job creation. Undersecretary Rosemarie G. Edillon of the Department of Economy, Planning and Development, stated, "Attracting more investments to generate higher-quality and better-paying jobs, particularly in manufacturing and higher-value-added services, and expanding into new markets is essential to broadening our economy and opening up more job opportunities for Filipino workers." The government is committed to implementing various measures to address this challenge and improve the employment situation. While the increase is modest, it underscores the need for continued focus on economic growth and job creation strategies. The government's proactive approach, as highlighted by Undersecretary Edillon's statement, offers a glimmer of hope for job seekers in the coming months.