Pandemic pushed millions more into poverty, says Philippine govt

Pandemic pushed millions more into poverty, says Philippine govt

Free Malaysia Today - World·2022-08-15 20:17

Many Filipinos were plunged into difficulty due to Covid-19 restrictions and limited job access. (AP pic)

MANILA: About 2.3 million people in the Philippines were pushed into poverty between 2018 and 2021, largely due to the economic downturn caused by the pandemic, the statistics agency said today.

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