Philippines Begins Expanded UPLIFT Cash Aid Distribution Amid Rising Fuel Prices
The Philippines' Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) announced the commencement of cash aid distribution under the expanded United Package for Livelihoods, Industry, Food, and Transport (UPLIFT) program starting Monday. The initiative targets 7.5 million households, extending support beyond the poorest to include low-earning workers and near-poor families, a measure aimed at mitigating the impact of rising fuel prices due to Middle East conflicts.
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