SEN. BONG REVILLA LAUDS GOVERNMENT'S SUCCESS IN LOWERING INFLATION, PUSHES FOR WAGE INCREASE IN ALYANSA’s CAMSUR SORTIE
SENATOR Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. praised the government's efforts in bringing down inflation to 2.1% last February during the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas campaign sortie in Pili, Camarines Sur on Friday (March 7), underscoring its positive impact on Filipino households
The veteran lawmaker highlighted the importance of maintaining low inflation rates to ensure the affordability of basic goods and services. He reiterated his commitment to focus on policies that would keep inflation at a minimum and protect consumers from price surges.
"Ang pagbaba ng inflation ay isang napakalaking ginhawa para sa ating mga kababayan. Pero hindi tayo titigil hanggang sa tuluyan nating masiguro na abot-kaya ang presyo ng bilihin at matatag ang kita ng bawat pamilyang Pilipino," Bong Revilla stated.
The solon noted that with the easing inflation, there is an opportune time to push for a legislated wage increase. He emphasized that the government's efforts in stabilizing the economy should also translate to tangible benefits for Filipino workers, particularly through higher wages and better employment opportunities.
"Habang pinapababa ang inflation, itutulak natin ang dagdag-sahod para masigurong abot-kaya ang lahat ng pangangailangan ng ating mga kababayan. Dapat maramdaman ng bawat pamilya ang tunay na ginhawa sa bawat pisong kinikita nila," he added.
Sen. Bong Revilla, who has long advocated for a living wage, has filed numerous bills pushing for an across-the-board wage increase. In the current Congress, he filed a proposal for a PHP 150 legislated wage hike and is hopeful it will be passed into law before the session closes June this year.
His legislative agenda aligns with his platform of "Aksyon sa Tunay na Buhay," which focuses on providing decent jobs, sufficient wages, food security, and ample support for the needy. He also called for continued vigilance in keeping the economy stable while enhancing the purchasing power of Filipinos.
Bong Revilla expressed gratitude to President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos, Jr. and his administration for effectively managing inflation and steering the country toward economic recovery.
"Kaisa tayo ng administrasyon sa pagbuo ng mga solusyon para masigurong patuloy ang pagbangon ng ating ekonomiya at may sapat na kita ang bawat pamilyang Pilipino," he said.
A day before the campaign sortie, Bong Revilla also conducted a motorcade across various towns in the Bicol Region. During the course of his visit, he met with local chief executives to discuss pressing issues and concerns in their respective cities and municipalities.
The senator emphasized his willingness to provide assistance and explore legislative measures to address the specific needs of each community.
As the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas continues its campaign trail nationwide, Sen. Bong Revilla vowed to uphold his commitment to real solutions and concrete actions that would uplift the lives of every Filipino.
"Patuloy ang laban para sa murang bilihin at disenteng hanapbuhay, dahil ang tunay na progreso ay makakamit lamang kung may abot-kamay ang mga pangangailangan at matatag na kita ang bawat Pilipino," Revilla concluded.
Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas is rallying support for its senatorial slate and promoting its vision of a stronger and more prosperous nation ahead of the May 2025 elections. -30-