Balikbayan Boxes
99% Invisible
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The Marcos Era: Struggles and Strategies
This chapter examines the tumultuous history of the Philippines during and after Ferdinand Marcos' presidency, highlighting the impacts of Japanese occupation and post-war struggles. It discusses the political corruption, economic mismanagement, and the creation of the Balikbayan box phenomenon as part of Marcos' controversial regime. Additionally, the chapter explores the implications of the 1965 Immigration Act and how the recruitment of Filipino nurses abroad reflected the shifts in labor dynamics and economic strategies within the country.
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