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Veraguas adds 963 new beneficiaries to Mides economic assistance programs
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Veraguas adds 963 new beneficiaries to Mides economic assistance programs

From TVN Panamá · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Veraguas province now has 963 new beneficiaries in economic assistance programs from Mides.
  • The province currently supports 23,544 active beneficiaries across several programs.
  • These programs include Ángel Guardián, 120 a los 65, Red de Oportunidades, and Bono Alimenticio Nutricional.

The province of Veraguas has expanded its social safety net, adding 963 new beneficiaries to its economic assistance programs managed by the Ministry of Social Development (Mides). This influx increases the total number of individuals receiving support in the province.

Currently, Veraguas registers a significant 23,544 active beneficiaries. These individuals are enrolled in a range of Mides initiatives designed to provide financial and nutritional aid. The programs include the Ángel Guardián (Guardian Angel) program, the 120 a los 65 (120 to 65) initiative for seniors, Red de Oportunidades (Network of Opportunity), and the Bono Alimenticio Nutricional (Nutritional Food Voucher).

These programs aim to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions for vulnerable populations within Veraguas. The expansion reflects a continued effort by Mides to reach more citizens in need of economic support and essential resources.

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Originally published by TVN Panamá in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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