An Economic Analysis of State of Emergency After Catastrophe in the Zamboanga Peninsula Region, Philippines

Moreno, Frede and Sulasula, Josephine (2024): An Economic Analysis of State of Emergency After Catastrophe in the Zamboanga Peninsula Region, Philippines.

Abstract

This study analyses the economic repercussions of state-declared emergencies following catastrophes in the Zamboanga Peninsula Region, Philippines. Employing systems theory from public administration, the research explores the interconnections between governance mechanisms, economic stability, and recovery outcomes. Empirical data from significant events, including Typhoon Vinta (2017) and the 2013 Zamboanga Siege, reveal substantial economic disruptions, particularly in agriculture, trade, and infrastructure. The findings highlight significant challenges, including the destruction of agricultural land, damage to critical infrastructure, and disruption of local supply chains, which exacerbate poverty and economic inequality in the region. Additionally, the study evaluates the role of government fiscal interventions, such as subsidies, tax relief, and public investments, in supporting recovery efforts. The research underscores the need for improved disaster preparedness, resilient infrastructure, and targeted fiscal policies to mitigate future economic shocks. By providing a detailed analysis of economic recovery patterns, this study contributes to the formulation of more effective policies and strategies for managing post-catastrophe economic resilience in vulnerable regions. This analysis also underscores the importance of systemic governance reforms in mitigating the economic impacts of emergencies and fostering sustainable recovery. Future studies should consider comparative analyses with other regions to refine disaster response frameworks.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Economic impact, state of emergency, systems theory, disaster resilience, Zamboanga Peninsula, governance, public administration, fiscal management, Typhoon Vinta, Zamboanga Siege
• Subjects: A - General Economics and Teaching > A1 - General Economics; H - Public Economics > H2 - Taxation, Subsidies, and Revenue; H - Public Economics > H3 - Fiscal Policies and Behavior of Economic Agents; H - Public Economics > H5 - National Government Expenditures and Related Policies; I - Health, Education, and Welfare > I3 - Welfare, Well-Being, and Poverty; O - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth > O1 - Economic Development; Z - Other Special Topics > Z0 - General

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