The eight MDGs have been formulated in such a way that they are indeed measurable, quantifiable and realistic. The eight goals have 21 targets. these targets are quantified through indicators set as benchmarks for measuring each country's progress.

Meeting the Millennium Development Goals in the Philippines: A Commitment Reaffirmed was prepared by the
National Economic and Development Authority with support from the United Nations Country Team in the Philippines.
Visit www.neda.gov.ph or ph.one.un.org.