Government aid package for farmers and fishermen deemed insufficient. Senator Pangilinan argues that the proposed P10 billion assistance falls short of addressing the crisis affecting the agriculture and fishery sectors. While the aid targets four million farmers and 400,000 fishermen, the senator points out that over 10 million farmers and 2.5 million fishermen have been impacted by economic pressures stemming from Middle East tensions and surging global oil prices. The one-time cash assistance of P2,325 per beneficiary, sourced from the Presidential Assistance to Farmers and Fisherfolk under the 2026 budget, represents only partial relief. Additional fuel assistance of P150 million will support approximately 15,000 fishermen.
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