Two of President Marcos’ economic managers are pushing for the integration of healthcare coverage as a part of the compensation package for all government employees. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman and Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto both said that the government is now considering...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has allocated nearly P29 billion to support the government's community-based safety net initiative that offers temporary employment opportunities to workers in the informal sector. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said the Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa...
The only Filipina Muslim member of President Marcos’ Cabinet expressed optimism about the future of Mindanao, emphasizing the need for national focus and unity to ensure its bright prospects. Amid calls to separate Mindanao from the Philippines, Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman, who is also...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said that it allocated nearly P50 billion last year to finance programs designed to aid individuals and families during times of crises. Budget Secretary Mina F. Pangandaman said the Protective Services of Individuals and Families in Difficult...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has clarified that the additional P12 billion budget allocated by Congress to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) is not earmarked for the purpose of Charter Change. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said on Wednesday, Jan. 17, that the allocated...
The Marcos economic team said it supports the appointment of former House Deputy Speaker and Batangas Representative Ralph G. Recto as the new finance secretary. In a statement, former Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno expressed confidence in Recto, who was also a former senator and...
Former Finance Secretary Benjamin E. Diokno is set to join the Monetary Board (MB), the policy-making body of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), a ranking government official announced. In a statement, Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said on Friday, Jan. 12, that Diokno, a former central...
Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman commended the Philippine National Police (PNP) for recruiting almost 300 former members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF). Pangandaman, co-chair of the Intergovernmental Relations Board (IGRB) for agreements...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) said the Marcos administration is making progress in reducing its reliance on borrowing to support spending, a positive development in its efforts to lessen the country's debt burden. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said the national government's...
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) clarified that the unprogrammed funds in next year's budget do not contain actual money at present, and will only be utilized in the event of unexpected expenses and additional revenue. In a statement, Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman explained...
The group in charge of handling the Bangsamoro regional government's relations with the national government said the bombing in Marawi is a major setback to peace efforts in the area. Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman said the explosion that occurred at a state university in Marawi City on...
Budget Secretary Amenah F. Pangandaman underscored the crucial role of the Open Government Partnership (OGP) in upholding peace in Mindanao and driving the socio-economic recovery of the Philippines. Pangadaman stated that the OGP aligns with President Marcos’ directive to guarantee transparency...
