PBBM cites need to address malnutrition to aid socioeconomic development

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. stressed the need to resolve the country's nutritional problems, saying it is critical in achieving socioeconomic development. ManilaBulletin

President Marcos lamented the "insidiousness" of malnutrition in the country.

In his speech, the President raised concern about a National Nutrition Survey that showed a high incidence of stunting and other health issues among Filipino children. He likewise lamented the "insidiousness" of malnutrition in the country. "Like the problem of food security, these related nutritional issues are also critical and fundamental to our socioeconomic development," he added.

Marcos, citing the World Bank, added that investing in nutrition promises the highest returns, making it one of the best value-for-money development actions.

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