AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBudget Push for Infrastructure: A House budget panel added P11.49B to the DPWH, with most going to national roads, after lawmakers cited how infrastructure spending boosts jobs and activity. Health Aid Boost: The same panel raised DOH support, including MAIFIP funding to P49.19B and extra money for health facilities, as lawmakers target lower hospitalization costs. El Niño Readiness: Lawmakers also increased DSWD’s AICS crisis aid by P25.8B to P58.8B, while Malacañang urged the public not to hoard water amid warnings of a very strong El Niño. Impeachment Trial Update: Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment proceedings were cut short over concerns about AMLC documents marked strictly confidential; the court deferred AMLC chief Ronel Buenaventura’s testimony to Monday. NBI Moves in Cash Allegations: The NBI said it sent invitations to VP Duterte, Paolo Duterte, and former Speaker Lord Allan Velasco for next week over Rodulfo Gracioso Jr.’s “cash delivery” claims. Asian Games Spotlight: Carlo Paalam eyes boxing gold after reaching the 55kg final; Alex Eala settled for bronze after a semifinal loss to China’s Wang Xiyu. Metro Manila Air Quality: DENR reported “unhealthy for sensitive groups” air in parts of Metro Manila, linked to haze from fires in Kalimantan.
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