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Govt allots P287.9M aid for former rebels

THE Marcos administration has allotted an initial P287.95 million as part of its commitment to support former rebels and their families' reintegration into society and nation-building.

Former Association of Labor Unions-Trade Union Congress of the Philippines spokesman and now Department of Social Welfare and Development's (DSWD) Inclusive and Sustainable Peace Undersecretary Alan Tanjusay said on Thursday that the amount will be used for sustainable livelihood, modified shelter assistance and cash-for-work programs for former rebels and decommissioned combatants.