"More aggressive" government initiatives and not just monetary policy are needed to win the fight against inflation, Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno said.

"The monetary authorities have done their part; the executive department, including LGUs (local government units), have to do more, be more aggressive and focused," the Finance chief said in a statement during the weekend.

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