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Philippines approves $1.5B in military funding for 2026 modernization, including loan authority.
The Philippine Congress has approved 40 billion pesos ($673 million) in capital outlays for the Armed Forces of the Philippines' 2026 modernization program, plus an additional 50 billion pesos ($842 million) in unprogrammed funds, contingent on surplus revenues or approved foreign loans.
A new law grants the Secretary of Finance authority to secure loans and financing for military projects, subject to approval by the President, the Department of National Defense, and the Monetary Board, aiming to accelerate defense upgrades amid regional security concerns.
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Filipinas aprueba $1.5B en financiamiento militar para la modernización de 2026, incluida la autoridad de préstamo.