Synergies developed between and among partner institutions should result in a further broadening and deepening of the microfinance sector. The case of Citi awardees are a case in point. I understand our 11 awardees have attended financial education lectures to boost their ability to sustain profitable operations.
The members of our National Selection Committee have also been generous in terms of giving guides to growing their business and providing marketing outlets for consumer goods. On our part, the Bangko Sentral will continue to provide a policy environment conducive to broader participation of banks in the microfinance sector. Rediscounting of microfinance loans will also continue.