PRRD approves P4.5-T proposed national budget for 2021

The Php 4.5 trillion allotted for 2021 is higher by 9.9% than the past year’s budget. The 2021 budget is focused on strengthening the strides of the government against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

According to the Department of Budget and Management (DBM), it underwent budget hearings and consultations before its approval. – Report from Sandra Samala

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