The revival of the salt industry, through Republic Act (RA) 11985, or "Philippine Salt Industry Development Act," will generate thousands of new jobs, particularly in the countryside and coastal communities. Signed by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last March 11, RA 11985 shall establish a comprehensive road map to implement programs, projects and interventions for the development and management, research, processing, utilization, business modernization and commercialization of the Philippine salt.

Job generation seen with new salt industry law. (2024, March 21). The Manila Times, p. B5.