Lawmaker Defends Infra Budget Amid Watchdog's 'Politician-Centered' Criticism
A Philippine lawmaker defended the P1.31-billion infrastructure budget for her district, stating it was nearly the same amount proposed by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). This counters criticism from budget watchdog People’s Budget Coalition (PBC), which labeled the House-approved budget amendments as "politician-centered" and lacking focus on long-term national issues.
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