President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo is again in Forbes magazine’s “100 Most Powerful Women” for 2008.
Press Secretary Jesus Dureza made this statement saying that the President’s continuing efforts for good governance and her resiliency amid political and economic problems made the international audience view her as a powerful woman.
Executive Sec. Eduardo Ermita, on the other hand, said the President’s determination to push for economic reforms amid destabilization attempts have earned her the distinction of being a strong leader.
The Forbes magazine placed President Arroyo as the 41st most powerful woman in the world, jumping from last year’s 51st spot.
Forbes Magazine said its annual listing of the 100 most powerful women in the world is “based on a power ranking that is the composite of visibility (measured by press citations) and economic impact. (PIA/Bohol)
