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Pimentel to PH allies: Help us address drought
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Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel III appeals to the Philippines' allies to help mitigate the effects of severe drought caused by El Niño. Pimentel challenges the United States, Japan, and Western European countries to extend support beyond military cooperation. The United Nations seeks increased international support for the Philippines in dealing with the strongest El Niño episode in history, causing losses estimated at P4.3 billion in agriculture and affecting the livelihoods of many Filipinos. Damage to agriculture is estimated at P4.39 billion, affecting about 85,250 farmers and fishermen nationwide. Pimentel urges US and Japan to showcase their concern for Filipinos by providing help in areas afflicted by extreme drought. Senator Francis Escudero calls on the government to ensure aid to affected farmers and fisherfolk and take proactive measures in anticipation of the La Niña weather phenomenon. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration raises the probability of La Niña developing later this year. Pimentel emphasizes the need for allies to extend their engagement beyond military matters and help restore lost livelihoods of Filipino citizens.
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