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Navotas Rep. Tobias Tiangco has lauded the Marcos administration’s efforts to expand public access to affordable rice, following the announcement of Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr. that they will increase the number of Kadiwa outlets from13 to 23.
“The sustained efforts of this administration to lower the price of basic commodities, including Filipino staples like rice, show its steadfast commitment to fulfil its promises. With this program, Filipinos from vulnerable households and sectors are given some economic relief as they gain access to low-cost goods for their families,” Tiangco said.
Beneficiaries of the P29/kilo rice program being offered by the Kadiwa stores include members of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program , solo parents, senior citizens, and Persons with Disabilities .“We are grateful to President Bongbong for his efforts to ensure Navoteños can have access to low-cost rice through the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program.
The local government of Navotas hopes to continuously work with the national government in delivering basic services that are truly relevant to the needs of our constituents,” he said.
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