Access to nutritious food
“Vulnerable families will have direct, dignified, and timely access to nutritious food. By digitizing this process, we ensure that assistance is both transparent and highly efficient,” Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go said during the ceremonial exchange of financing agreements.
Beyond food assistance, participating households will receive nutrition and livelihood support through sessions covering maternal and child nutrition, proper hygiene, healthy meal planning and income-generating opportunities.
Co-financed by the Asian
Development Bank
The REFUEL Project is co-financed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), reflecting the Philippines’ partnership with international development institutions in addressing food insecurity and supporting vulnerable communities.
“Allow me to congratulate the Philippine government for its strong commitment to integrating climate action, ocean preservation and social protection into its national development agenda. These priorities are not only essential for the future of the Philippines, but also for the resilience and sustainability of our shared world,” French Ambassador Marie Fontanel said.
Supporting vulnerable communities
“I am equally proud that our cooperation with the Philippines could also address the social dimension through the REFUEL Program supporting vulnerable communities and contributing to a more inclusive development,” AFD country director for the Philippines Benedicte Gazon said.
Go thanked AFD for its continued partnership and confidence in the Philippines, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in advancing the country’s development priorities.
