Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program

The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) is a government initiative aimed at providing financial assistance and social services to low-income Filipino families, particularly those with children. Senator Erwin Tulfo has expressed support for proposed amendments to the program, including measures to revalidate beneficiaries and address issues of abuse and long-term support. The DOE plans to include more 4Ps beneficiaries in the Lifeline Rate program to reduce electricity expenses for impoverished households.

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Last updated at August 2, 2025.

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DSWD: Extend 4Ps to help beneficiaries adapt

During a Post-SONA discussion on Tuesday, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rex Gatchalian announced that amendments to the 4Ps program would allow beneficiaries to remain in the program as long as needed.
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Marcos relatives lead House: Romualdez Speaker, Sandro Marcos Majority Leader

The House of Representatives has elected key leaders for the 20th Congress, with President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr.’s relatives securing top positions.
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Manila Water customers see slight bill decrease, Maynilad sees slight increase starting July 1

Starting July 1, customers of Manila Water Co. Inc., led by Razon, will see a slight decrease in their water bills due to government approval of a reduction per cubic meter, while Maynilad Water Services Inc. customers can expect slightly higher bills.
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DA expands PHP20/kg rice program to 55 Kadiwa centers by June

The Department of Agriculture plans to expand its PHP20-per-kg rice program, 'Benteng Bigas Meron Na,' to at least 55 Kadiwa ng Pangulo centers in Luzon by June and aims to cover more local government units in the Visayas region.
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DA expands P20/kg rice program to Metro Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Mindoro, Rizal

Starting Saturday, May 13, Kadiwa ng Pangulo centers in Metro Manila and nearby provinces will resume selling P20 per kilo rice as part of President Marcos Jr.'s initiative to provide affordable rice and support farmers.
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DOLE job fair hires over 390 in Ilocos Region

Over 70 job applicants found employment at the 123rd Labor Day celebration job fair held in Robinsons Place Ilocos on Thursday, with a similar event attracting 13 Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program beneficiaries who were hired on the spot in Zamboanga City.
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DA launches P20/kg rice pilot, halts sales due to elections

On Thursday, May 1, 2025, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. launched a pilot program selling rice at P20 per kilogram in Cebu City, fulfilling President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s campaign promise.
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Marcos admin to expand anti-poverty programs amid rising self-rated poverty

Malacañang assured the public on Monday, April 28, that the Marcos administration will expand its anti-poverty and hunger initiatives following a recent survey showing an increase in self-rated poverty among Filipinos.
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DOLE offers over 216,000 jobs at Labor Day fairs

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) announced it will offer over 216,000 jobs at Labor Day job fairs across the country, including more than 4,492 overseas opportunities in Baguio City alone.
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Former 4Ps beneficiary tops electronics exam with 95%

Jayvee Fuentebella, a former beneficiary of the Department of Social Welfare and Development's Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps), achieved the highest score in the 2025 Electronics Technician Licensure Examination with a 95 percent score.
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