DTI: P500 ‘noche buena’ enough for a family of 4

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) on Friday, November 28, insisted on its claim that P500 was enough to purchase “noche buena” for a family of four, citing its price guide to show to the public the breakdown of costs. Trade Secretary Cristina Roque recently drew criticism from the public for saying P500 was enough to purchase “noche buena” that Filipinos typically serve during Christmas, though she had said the amount would depend on the number of family members. READ: Solons hit DTI for P500 Noche Buena pitch: Bring prices down first “Puwede siya talaga. Kung tutuusin, it’s […]...

Keep on reading: DTI: P500 ‘noche buena’ enough for a family of 4