Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, December 27) — President Rodrigo Duterte asked for more time to review the proposed ₱5.024-trillion budget for next year, Senator Bong Go said on Monday.
Go said the president may sign the national budget into law on Dec. 30 from the Dec. 28 initial target. The senator was the president’s former aide.
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The proposed spending is the biggest in the country’s history as it still faces the COVID-19 pandemic.
Last week, Senate Finance Committee chairman Sonny Angara said the proposed budget seeks to provide higher allocations for the Department of Health and hospitals, as well as funds for agencies like the Department of Social Welfare and Development, in anticipation of a possible spike in cases that could lead to tighter restrictions.
The Department of Education is also set to secure more funds next year in preparation for in-person classes.
