DBM submits proposed P6.352-T 2025 Nat’l Budget to House of Representatives

DBM submits proposed P6.352-T 2025 Nat’l Budget to House of Representatives

ON Monday, DBM Secretary Amenah Pangandaman turned over the National Expenditure Program (NEP) for the coming year to the House of Representatives.

The proposed budget totals ₱6.352 trillion, equivalent to 22 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).

This reflects a 10.1 percent increase from the ₱5.768 trillion budget of 2024.

Education is the top priority with an allocation of ₱977.6 billion, aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of education for all Filipinos.

Public Works will receive a significant allocation of ₱900 billion.

On the other hand, ₱297.6 billion was allocated for Health to continue the implementation of the Universal Health Care Act and ensure accessible and affordable healthcare services.

The allocation to Interior and Local Government is ₱278.4 billion.

About ₱256.1 billion is designated for the Defense sector to promote national security, modernize defense capabilities, and ensure the safety and sovereignty of the country.

Social Welfare will receive ₱230.1 billion.

Agriculture will get ₱211.3 billion.

Transportation sees an increase with ₱180.9 billion allocated for infrastructure development and modernization.

The Judiciary is allocated ₱63.6 billion, and finally, the Department of Justice will receive ₱40.6 billion.

 

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