Philippines 'modern-day heroes' sent record remittances last year

Nikkei Asia | Feb. 15, 2022, 4:01 a.m. | Original

MANILA -- Filipinos working overseas sent home a record $31.4 billion cash remittances last year, providing strong backing to the Philippines' economic recovery from the pandemic.

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