The country’s defense readiness efforts are supported not only by military personnel but also by civilian employees working within the Department of National Defense.
Continuous humanitarian support remains the goal as the DSWD maintains PHP1.02 billion in Quick Response Fund for disaster response and future calamities.
Rice distribution across Iloilo is receiving a major funding boost while the provincial government prioritizes local farmers’ groups as suppliers for the program.
The DSWD distributed PHP56.83 million in humanitarian relief items to support the recovery of more than 87,000 weather-affected families across the Cordillera.
Daraga residents could benefit from faster emergency assistance after rescue vehicles were distributed to all 54 barangays across the Albay municipality.
ICC-CC support is paving the way for vocational training improvements expected to help graduates find jobs more easily after completing their programs.
Tourism growth and retirement development are being promoted together in Sarangani and General Santos through efforts to attract more private investment.