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"Putting in place a comprehensive housing program will also give jobs to Filipinos and help jump-start the economy," Villar said.


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                    [Title] => Villar to continue programs for farmers, small fishermen
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"We must continue to address the needs of the agricultural sector, particularly our farmers and small fishermen as this is the backbone of our economy," said Villar.


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                    [Summary] => Former Speaker Manny Villar vowed to carry on the fight to provide added perks and benefits for the country’s handicapped citizens, stressing the need to enable persons with disabilities to integrate smoothly into society.


"The needs of our brothers and sisters with disabilities must not be neglected. I will see to it that their interests are represented," said the People Power Coalition Senatorial candidate.


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                    [Title] => Villar urges DOLE to provide safety nets for government workers
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                    [Title] => Economic prospects bright, says Villar
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"I am sure that will the restoration of political normalcy, investors will again be looking to set up base in our country," he said "Once this happens, we expect the economy to recover and for more jobs to be made available to the masses," added the Las Piñas solon.


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Villar bats for extensive agenda on housing

May 27, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar said yesterday that pursuing a comprehensive, large-scale housing program will not only provide decent shelter to homeless Filipinos, but likewise help solve the country's unemployment...

Headlines

Villar bats for extensive agenda on housing

May 26, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar said yesterday that pursuing a comprehensive, large-scale housing program will not only provide decent shelter to homeless Filipinos, but likewise help solve the country's unemployment...

Headlines

Villar to continue programs for farmers, small fishermen

March 19, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar vowed to continue programs he started as top House leader that will benefit the country’s farmers and small fishermen. "We must continue...

Nation

Villar presses perks for handicapped Pinoys

March 5, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar vowed to carry on the fight to provide added perks and benefits for the country’s handicapped citizens, stressing the need to enable...

Nation

Villar urges DOLE to provide safety nets for government workers

February 20, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar has taken the cudgels for the more than 1.4 million government workers. Yesterday, Villar urged the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to study possible safety nets to ensure that...

Metro

Economic prospects bright, says Villar

February 2, 2001 - 12:00am

Former Speaker Manny Villar expressed optimism yesterday that the country will be able to stage an economic rebound under the leadership of the new administration of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. "I am sure...

Business