Senate to Independently Review House’s P7.2-T Budget Bill, Cites Concerns Over Politically Driven Aid
The Philippine Senate will conduct an independent review of the proposed P7.2-trillion national budget for next year, citing concerns over alleged spending changes favoring politically driven assistance programs. The chamber will scrutinize the allocation of funds, addressing concerns raised by civil society groups.
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