Manila, Feb. 15 -- The Social Security System (SSS) is seeking enhanced services for pensioners, lower interest rates on its salary and calamity loan programs, and self-employed coverage.

In a news release on Saturday, the SSS said it expects to implement its plans and programs this year.

SSS president and chief executive officer Robert Joseph De Claro said a review of the guidelines on the Annual Confirmation of Pensioners (ACOP) Program is underway to make it easier for pensioners to comply with the requirements and other verification processes.

"Our review of the current guidelines and profile of pensioners include analysis of age and geographical distribution of SSS pensioners, all possible means for ACOP compliance, and available ...