President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. called a meeting Monday at Malacañang with concerned government agencies to prepare for the expected effects of Super El Niño.
The meeting is expected to focus on measures to protect sectors that could be affected by severe drought.
Among the areas expected to be discussed are water supply, agriculture, health and energy, along with other essential services.
The meeting comes as the government prepares for the anticipated impact of severe drought on various sectors across the country.
Palace Press Officer Claire Castro earlier said Marcos would personally lead the government’s efforts to address the expected effects of the severe drought.
The government’s preparations include planning for possible impacts on water supply and other essential services, as well as sectors such as agriculture, health and energy.
The concerned agencies are expected to coordinate on measures aimed at addressing the effects of the anticipated drought.
The specific measures to be implemented following the meeting were not provided in the report.
Marcos’ meeting with the concerned agencies is part of preparations for the expected effects of Super El Niño and the possible challenges it could bring to key sectors and basic services.
