ASEAN Urged to Streamline Procurement, Boost MSME Access to Contracts
The Philippine Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has strongly urged ASEAN nations to simplify procurement procedures and expand access for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to government contracts, aiming to improve public services and attract investments.
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