Around 4,700 Filipino children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer each year. Learn why early detection and treatment support matter. Read more »
The Philippines is confronting a difficult budget equation as it seeks to strengthen its military while meeting the growing cost of pensions for military and uniformed personnel (MUP). Read more »
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) released P9.753 billion to the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to address funding deficiencies in the Free Higher Education Program (FHEP). Read more »
The University of the Philippines’ Project Noah has received P1 billion in funding from the DBM to strengthen the country’s disaster forecasting and hazard monitoring capabilities through artificial intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies. Read more »
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is preparing to add more aircraft to its fleet as two AgustaWestland AW109E Power helicopters from the Philippine Air Force undergo preparations for transfer, strengthening the agency’s ability to respond to emergencies across Philippine waters. Read more »
The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) is getting a P1.86-billion funding boost aimed at strengthening medical services and making essential care more accessible to patients. Read more »
