Group 1 - The Philippine Congress approved a national budget of 6.793 trillion pesos for 2026, which is expected to be signed into law by President Marcos in the first week of January 2026 [1] - The budget prioritizes funding for health and agriculture, with adjustments made to the Department of Public Works and Highways' budget due to corruption issues related to flood control projects [1] - The education sector will receive funding equivalent to 4.1% of the Philippines' GDP, exceeding international benchmarks [1] Group 2 - The year 2025 marked the halfway point of President Marcos' term, facing challenges from global economic pressures, domestic reform demands, and geopolitical conflicts [2] - Corruption allegations emerged during the year, leading to the resignation of key cabinet members and a decline in the President's approval ratings and trust levels [2] - The controversy surrounding corruption has intensified, with accusations against the President and his family regarding misappropriation of state assets [2]
腐败丑闻阴影下，菲律宾国会通过2026年预算案
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-12-29 22:42