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In a speech before the Philippine Association of Local Treasurers and Assessors (Phaltra), Teves has recognized that LGU financing has become a key policy issue in the Philippines, as well as in many other nations, both emerging and developed.


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In a speech before the Philippine Association of Local Treasurers and Assessors (Phaltra), Teves has recognized that LGU financing has become a key policy issue in the Philippines, as well as in many other nations, both emerging and developed.


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BSP urges banks to exercise prudence in extending loans to local government units

By Lawrence Agcaoili | May 1, 2012 - 12:00am

The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has cautioned banks against excessive loans extended to local government units (LGUs) by complying with the limits set by the Department of Finance (DOF).

Business

Tan retained as national treasurer

By Iris Gonzales | July 8, 2010 - 12:00am

National Treasurer Roberto Tan, who was appointed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to the position in 2008, will continue to be the main manager of the government’s debt and borrowing activities under President...

Business

DOF restructures Municipal Dev’t Fund

By Donnabelle L. Gatdula | August 31, 2005 - 12:00am

The Department of Finance (DOF) has restructured the Municipal Development Fund (MDF), allowing it to assume a larger and more responsive role in local government unit (LGU) credit financing, Finance Secretary Margarito...

Business

Cavite folk develop own technology

July 3, 2005 - 12:00am

Yes, rural people themselves can develop their own technology. Take the ingenious farmers of Silang, Cavite, who have evolved what has come to be popularly known as 1:4 Pooc Agroforestry. 1 stands for one hectare...

Agriculture