Senate President Escudero suspends the new Senate building construction in Taguig due to escalating costs.

Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero suspends the construction of the new Senate building in Taguig due to escalating costs and the need for a comprehensive review. The initial budget for the project was P8.9 billion, but it has increased to a projected P23.3 billion. Escudero ordered a halt after meeting with Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, who flagged the dramatic increase in the project's budget.

June 10, 2024
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