The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is seen to complete the assessment and approval of the financing package for the construction of the north section of the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR) around December, based on ground plans by the Department of Transportation (DOTr).
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has issued the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 12010, or the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act (AFASA), marking a significant step in curbing financial fraud and enhancing consumer protection.
Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto on Wednesday welcomed the results of the 2024 Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) Reports launched by the Public Financial Management (PFM) Committee.
Banks across the Philippines are significantly increasing their technology investments, with a strong focus on cybersecurity infrastructure and operational efficiency.
The Fiscal Incentives Review Board (FIRB), chaired by Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto, has approved ₱20.9 billion in tax subsidies for government institutions for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The move aims to enhance public service delivery by allowing agencies to redirect resources from tax obligations to operational efficiency.