Philippine House to approve P6.352T national budget for 2025, up 10.1%, emphasizing defense & transportation; education, agri, health, social welfare face cuts.

The Philippine House of Representatives is poised to approve a P6.352 trillion ($118 billion) national budget for 2025, marking a 10.1% increase from the previous year. Key spending areas include defense and transportation, while education, agriculture, health, and social welfare face cuts. This budget supports President Ferdinand Marcos' socioeconomic programs. Meanwhile, the Commission on Audit flagged ₱237 million in questionable disbursements by the Office of the Vice President, prompting calls for impeachment from activists.

September 22, 2024
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