Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is a commendable programme in social sector and a step in right direction for poverty alleviation. Philippines also have a social safety net initiative to curb poverty and women and children have been focused by this initiative.
Pakistan and Philippines may share their experiences regarding these initiatives aiming to provide relief to poor segments of society. Ambassador of Philippines Jesus I Yabes stated this while speaking to BISP Chairperson Ms Farzana Raja at BISP Secretariat. Yabes informed BISP chairperson about conditional cash grant linked with education that has been launched in Philippines.
Ms Farzana Raja, on the occasion, presented details of various initiatives of BISP aiming at poverty alleviation as well as women empowerment in society. She also informed the visiting ambassador that poverty survey, a transparent and effective mechanism has also been initiated by BISP to identify deserving poor families. PRESS RELEASE