MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. directed the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to conduct a "sweeping review" of the DPWH proposed budget under the 2026 National Expenditure Program (NEP), Malacañang said Wednesday.
Marcos orders 'sweeping review' of DPWH budget under 2026 NEP
In a press conference, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said this would ensure necessary changes and the proper use of people’s money., This news data comes from:http://www.gyglfs.com
Marcos orders 'sweeping review' of DPWH budget under 2026 NEP
The President issued the directive following his exposure of irregularities in the DPWH flood control projects, which prompted a thorough investigation into the matter.
Marcos expressed outrage upon seeing some "ghost" flood mitigation projects, warning that the private contractors involved would be blacklisted and could face charges of economic sabotage.
- COA launches sweeping audit of flood control projects
- Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts with lava pouring out from multiple vents
- Islamic State claims deadly attack on Pakistan rally
- Sara Duterte calls DPWH flood control Inquiry a 'Zarzuela'
- Lacson to give Dizon 'damning' proof vs DPWH 'rotten fruits'
- 3 Luzon dams release water
- Fewer Chinese ships seen in Ayungin Shoal
- Wife of Australian man wanted in police killings urges him to surrender
- Philippine experts urge harm reduction strategy for tobacco control
- Israel launches new spy satellite in 'message' to enemies
