Philippines Govt May Temporarily Halt 2026 Budget Execution Amid SC Ruling
The Office of the Solicitor General (OSG) has advised the Marcos administration to temporarily halt the release of allocations under the 2026 budget that are covered by a Supreme Court ruling, as it prepares to challenge restrictions on unprogrammed funds.
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