The global economy is passing through its deepest financial and economic crisis of our time. Protecting the Indian economy from the worst impact of the crisis has been a big challenge for the government and the Reserve Bank. Equally, I am conscious of the fact that industry, business and investors gathered here today have had to make very challenging adjustments in these difficult times.
Let’s do our share in uplifting the lives of ordinary Juan and Maria as we build a stronger Philippine economy. I trust in all of you, our strategic partners, to take an active role in our challenging yet rewarding journey. Now is not the time to stop. Together, let’s initiate more electronic payment programs that touch the lives of the unserved and underserved Filipinos.