Press Release - Emphasizing importance of inclusive economic recovery, Bong Go visits and aids indigents in Lupon, Davao Oriental

Senator Christopher "Bong" Go has once again emphasized the importance of implementing pro-poor programs in pursuit of inclusive recovery especially for disadvantaged sectors.

On Thursday, August 1, Go personally visited Lupon, Davao Oriental. In his speech, he reiterated his commitment to supporting disadvantaged Filipinos through targeted initiatives designed to uplift the most vulnerable sectors of society. He underscored the necessity of pro-poor programs to lead the country toward a more equitable and sustainable recovery.

Go provided assistance, such as grocery packs, shirts, masks, and vitamins, to 1,625 struggling residents at the Old Municipal Gymnasium while there were also select recipients of basketballs, volleyballs, sling bags, bicycles, shoes, watches, and mobile phones.

Also, in coordination with fellow Senators Robin Padilla and Francis Tolentino, and the local government led by Mayor Erlinda Lim, among others, the beneficiaries also received financial assistance from the government.

"Today, we are gathered to witness and celebrate the generosity and compassion extended by our distinguished guest. The financial assistance is found under the program (supported) by Senator Bong Go, under the banner of 'ang bisyo ay magserbisyo'. Aimed at helping those in need, our beloved Senator Bong Go has allocated support for 1,625 beneficiaries... His generous contributions will greatly benefit our constituents," Mayor Lim expressed.

As chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, Go's vision for recovery involves bolstering access to quality healthcare, saying, "Ipinangako ko noon, at paulit-ulit kong ipinapahayag: layunin ko pong dalhin ang gobyerno mas malapit sa inyo. Sa tulong ng Malasakit Centers, Super Health Centers, at Regional Specialty Centers, nais kong tiyakin na ang serbisyong pangkalusugan ay maaabot ninyo nang mas mabilis at mas maayos."

"Ako naman ay patuloy na magseserbisyo sa abot ng aking makakaya upang mai-abot sa inyo ang serbisyong nararapat lalo na pagdating sa kalusugan. Patuloy akong magsusumikap na maging boses ninyo sa Senado, at isusulong ang mga hakbang na makakapagpabuti sa ating kalusugan," he committed.

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