THE US government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has allocated an additional P330 million ($6.6 million) to support vulnerable populations affected by the conflict in Marawi City and surrounding areas. The US Embassy in a statement said this assistance will provide opportunities for young women and men to enhance job skills and attain livelihoods, helping stimulate the economy. These new funds will also help vulnerable populations strengthen positive engagement within their communities. This brings the total USAID contribution to recovery and rehabilitation of Marawi and surrounding areas to over P1 billion ($20.9 million).

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