MANILA, Philippines – Eastern Samar posted the fastest economic growth among Philippine provinces and highly urbanized cities, driven by a post-pandemic tourism surge and government investments aimed at improving connectivity across the archipelago.
Latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) showed that Eastern Samar—popular for its beaches, eco parks, and historical sites—grew by 10.2 percent year-on-year.
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