Senate panel: Cost-cutting measures can save gov’t at least P160B

2026-03-25 - 10:20

MANILA, Philippines — The government could save at least P160 billion from this year’s budget if it implements cost-cutting measures in the face of rising prices of fuel and basic commodities caused by tensions in the Middle East. These potential savings were identified by the Senate Proactive Response and Oversight for Timely and Effective Crisis Strategy (Protect) committee during its hearing on Tuesday, according to