Senator Christopher Lawrence "Bong" Go has expressed his support for the proposed budget for the Department of Trade and Industry and its attached agencies during the Senate Finance sub-committee hearing last Tuesday.

The senator also appealed to the concerned agencies of government, particularly DTI, to address rising prices of commodities, mitigate the impact of inflation, and provide more livelihood opportunities for the poor to help them recover from the pandemic and other recent crises.

Go's stance comes in the wake of the recent Pulse Asia survey conducted from 10 to 14 September which showed that poverty and inflation were identified as two of the most pressing concerns.

It is for this reason that the senator has urged the government to prioritize the creation of better job opportunities as a crucial step towards alleviating the suffering of the people and stabilizing the country's economy.

Through Senator Mark Villar who presided over the budget hearing, Go manifested his support to DTI as it plays a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape of the country, considering that it is responsible for crafting and implementing policies, programs, and projects that promote a competitive and innovative business environment.

Meantime, Go stressed that the department is entrusted with the vital task of supporting micro, small, and medium enterprises that constitute the backbone of the Philippine economy and are crucial in generating employment and driving economic growth.

Go highlighted Republic Act 11960, or the One Town, One Product Philippines Act authored and co-sponsored by the senator.