PH Secures P14.98 Billion World Bank Loan for Water, Sanitation Infrastructure
The Philippine government has secured a loan of €212.7 million (approximately P14.98 billion) from the World Bank to improve water security, supply, and sanitation in underserved areas. The funding will support the Accelerated Water and Sanitation Project in Selected Areas (AWSPSA), aiming to boost economic growth and mitigate environmental risks.
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