This chart shows the gross domestic product of the Philippines after independence. Line graph showing gross domestic product or G D P of the Philippines in billions of U S dollars from 1960 through 2010. In 1960, G D P was near 0. In 1980, G D P was almost 50 billion. In 2000, G D P rose to 100 billion. In 2010, G D P was 200 billion.
What can be inferred about the Philippines?