Philippine Institute for Development Studies

The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) was created on September 26, 1977 by virtue of Presidential Decree No. 1201. It is organized as a nonstock, nonprofit government corporation.

PIDS serves as the Philippine government’s primary socioeconomic policy think tank. Since its establishment, PIDS has been engaged in the conduct of policy-oriented studies to assist policymakers and planners in crafting development policies, plans, and programs that are based on sound research evidence. It has completed numerous studies on a wide range of development topics. These studies have supported the Philippine government in the formulation of relevant policies and programs that are vital to attain inclusive and sustainable development. The Institute has also made significant contribution and influence to Philippine policy development through its active and close collaboration with Congress, government agencies especially the oversight offices (National Economic and Development Authority, Department of Budget and Management, Department of Finance), academic and research organizations, private sector, civil society, and international organizations. Its research outputs are widely disseminated through publications, seminars and conferences, knowledge databases, and social media.

Head: Dr. Celia M. Reyes
Position: President

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For more information, please visit: https://www.pids.gov.ph/