The government’s proposed infrastructure spending for 2027 is putting renewed attention on how public projects are planned, coordinated, and completed, particularly as the country continues to deal with flooding and concerns over substandard infrastructure. Read more »
The proposed 2027 health budget has brought renewed attention to the need for stronger health insurance coverage, particularly as government officials weigh how available resources can better support Filipinos facing medical expenses. Read more »
Around 4,700 Filipino children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year. Learn why early detection and treatment support matter. Read more »
Sen. Francis “Chiz” Escudero’s push to tighten government procurement rules advanced after the Senate approved Senate Bill No. 1962, or the Government Contracting and Procurement Integrity Act, on third and final reading. Read more »
Public sentiment toward the country’s two legislative chambers moved in opposite directions in the second quarter of 2026. Trust and satisfaction in the Senate declined, while the House of Representatives recorded modest gains. Read more »
Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Robert Nazal is seeking to cut government-issued pre-employment document fees by 50 percent for indigent jobseekers, arguing that securing basic requirements should not prevent people from pursuing work. Read more »
