Senate Poised to Purge Thousands of Incomplete Infrastructure Projects from Budget
The Philippine Senate is set to remove thousands of infrastructure projects from the proposed 2027 national budget if the Department of Public Works and Highways fails to submit complete supporting documents by the deadline. The move aims to ensure transparency and prevent wastage of taxpayer money.
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