MANILA, Philippines — The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) on Friday said it will prioritize improving nutrition for children in the first 1,000 days of life. This statement came after the Senate approved the DILG’s P287.4-billion budget for 2026, which includes P357 million for the Early Childhood Care and Development (EECD) Council, set to become an attached agency of the department next year. “The Department is focusing on improving the nutritional needs of children during the crucial first 1,000 days of life,” the DILG said in the statement. “Enhanced nutritional support during this period could be key to […]... Keep on reading: DILG bats for better nutrition for children in first 1,000 days of life