In a statement Wednesday, the DA-13 described the measure as an effective way of curbing rat infestation in the rice areas and at the same time providing an opportunity for the residents to earn extra income amidst the continuing effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
“BSP actually has room for further easing just to signal that they’re willing to support growth recovery into faster track,” University of Asia and the Pacific economist Dr. Victor Abola said during the virtual briefing of the First Metro Investment Corporation on Wednesday.
In a report, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) chief economist Michael Ricafort said lower interest rates and lower cost of some inputs like real estate property and leases are plus factors that enticed higher FDIs.
DOLE’s project aims to contribute to the prevention and elimination of child labor by providing families of kid laborers access to decent livelihood opportunities for enhanced income.