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.
In a press conference, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said this would ensure necessary changes and the proper use of people’s money.
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.
, This news data comes from:http://qtbj-dwcu-vruu-xwab.jyxingfa.com
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.
Marcos orders 'sweeping review' of DPWH budget under 2026 NEP
- Bolsonaro verdict looms as Brazil coup trial closes
- Marcos soon to create commission to probe flood control projects
- Taiwan: China illegally deploying oil rigs in its waters
- ERC amends net-metering rules to expand renewable energy options
- Suspect in 2012 killing of Dutch aid worker freed
- Sen. Go calls for round-the-clock DFA support for OFWs welfare
- SSS rolls out historic pension reform program
- Comelec to open nearly two-year overseas voter registration for 2028 elections
- UP journalism professor chides Rep. Gomez over ‘media spin’ claims
- Public Works Chief Vince Dizon demands courtesy resignations to 'clean house'
