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DBM Hands Over P10.9-M Vehicles Procured Through eMarketplace
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) announced the successful delivery of six motor vehicles, valued at PHP10.9 million, to government agencies through the newly launched eMarketplace platform. This initiative is part of the broader New Government Procurement Act (NGPA), signed into law by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on July 20, 2024,…
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DBM and PNP Set to Establish Regional Offices in Bacolod City for Negros Island Region
BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) are actively preparing to establish their regional offices in Bacolod City for the newly formed Negros Island Region (NIR). Recent site inspections have been conducted to finalize the locations for these offices. The PNP’s Regional Finance Service Unit (RFSU)…
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DBM and PNP Set to Establish Regional Offices in Bacolod City
BACOLOD CITY – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) are moving forward with plans to establish their regional offices in the Negros Island Region (NIR) within this bustling city. Recent site inspections have been conducted to finalize the locations for these new offices. The PNP’s Regional Finance Service…
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DBM Applauds Senate’s Progress on Government Rightsizing Legislation
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has voiced its gratitude towards the Senate for moving forward with a bill aimed at streamlining government operations. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman commended Senate President Francis Escudero and Senator Joel Villanueva for their unwavering commitment to pushing the Government Optimization Act, a piece of legislation designed…
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Budget Secretary Calls for Greater Local Government Involvement in Open Governance
In a compelling address at the 2025 OGP Asia and Pacific Regional Meeting in Taguig City, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman encouraged local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines to actively participate in the Open Government Partnership (OGP). Pangandaman, who also chairs OGP-Philippines, emphasized the importance of transparency, accountability, and engaging civil society in governance processes.…
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DBM Announces Approval of New Government Procurement Act’s Implementing Rules
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has confirmed the approval of the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) for Republic Act No. 12009, known as the New Government Procurement Act (NGPA). The approval came during a meeting of the Government Procurement Policy Board – Technical Support Office (GPPB-TSO) on February 4, 2025, under the leadership…
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President Marcos Jr. Revamps Regional Development Councils to Boost Socio-Economic Growth
In a move to enhance regional socio-economic development, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order 82, restructuring the regional development councils (RDCs). The order, signed on January 28, aims to expedite economic and social progress across various regions by integrating additional government agencies into the RDCs. The newly appointed members of the RDCs…
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Philippines Aims to Lead Global Budget Transparency, DBM Secretary Declares
In a bold declaration of intent, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has committed to elevating the Philippines to the pinnacle of global budget transparency and oversight. Speaking at a ceremony in Manila, Pangandaman highlighted the Marcos administration’s strides in promoting open governance, which have already positioned the Philippines as the leading nation in Asia for budget…
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Philippines Aims to Lead Global Budget Transparency Rankings
MANILA – In a bold declaration, Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman has committed to elevating the Philippines to the pinnacle of global budget transparency. Speaking at a ceremony in the Department of Budget and Management’s central office in San Miguel, Manila, Pangandaman highlighted the nation’s recent achievements and future aspirations in open governance. The event marked…
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DBM Initiates 2026 Budget Planning with Agency Consultations
The Department of Budget and Management (DBM), under the leadership of Secretary Amenah Pangandaman, has begun the process of crafting the 2026 national budget with a series of consultations at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. The National Budget Call Forum, held on Monday, January 27, 2025, marks the commencement of the preparatory…
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