DoTr Confident on 30 Projects Despite Reduced 2027 Budget
The Department of Transportation (DoTr) expressed optimism about completing 30 flagship projects despite a significant reduction in its proposed budget for the 2027 National Expenditure Program (NEP). While some railway projects were excluded, the department is pursuing private funding avenues.
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