PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the immediate release of assistance for rice retailers who will be affected by the imposition of a price cap on the food staple.

Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Secretary Rexlon Gatchalian said that his agency will aid the affected traders through its sustainable livelihood program.

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