The Philippines has pulled out its application for a development aid program from the US, Palace spokesman Harry Roque confirmed on Tuesday. We [still]have invited the US government’s continued support and assistance for the reconstruction of Marawi,” Roque said. The MCC selects country beneficiaries based on policy performance and priorities for achieving sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. The Philippines secured its first MCC grant amounting to $434 million in May 2011. But for now, our resources, attention and energies are focused on the rebuilding of Marawi and for obvious reasons,” Roque said.

Source: Manila Times December 19, 2017 11:03 UTC