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“This wage subsidy is expected to increase workers’ purchasing power and consumption, which
in turn will have a multiplier effect on economic growth and people’s welfare,” Ida said in a
statement on Monday.
She added that the government wished to protect workers’ welfare, which had been greatly
affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ida advised recipients to use the aid to purchase products
from small and medium enterprises [SMEs].
“The aid can be used for primary or secondary needs. However, it’s better to use the funds to
purchase SME products, so they can boost local industry,” she said.
Ida added that the Manpower Ministry would monitor the disbursement of aid closely and
evaluate the process to ensure better distribution in the future.
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