WIRE — MANILA, Philippines — The Makabayan bloc on Thursday rejected the proposed 2027 National Expenditure Program (NEP), saying that it prioritizes foreign-funded infrastructure over the needs of the people. The Department of Budget and Management on Tuesday, Aug. 11 formally turned over the 2027 NEP to the House of Representatives, which amounts to P7.2 trillion–6 percent,
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