IVe been to the Phillipenes (Palawan) twice in less than a year and plan on returning in november for 3 to 4 months (wife is peno). Worst problem ive seen is the pollution "garbage" everywhere. Manila is out of control with garbage heeps specially under highway over passes. Puerto Princesa, Palawan not so bad but id still find beautiful streams of water just packed with refuse which is so sad but not surprising. More education on the effects to the enviroment would go along way or maybe more recycling centers. As for the other 4 hate reasons..those are everywhere in every country some more than others. All in all i love the philippines and plan on relocating there next year.