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Flood control projects to get P2.4 billion budget
The proposed P6.793 trillion national budget for 2026 includes a P2.49 billion allocation for flood control and drainage projects across the Philippines.
Each of the 18 regions in the country has been allocated P100 million for localized flood control measures.
An additional P690 million has been earmarked for nationwide flood control projects, including specific structures and rehabilitation efforts.
Notable nationwide allocations include P50 million for CAMANAVA/Valenzuela-Obando-Meycauayan flood control structures and P50 million for the Pasig-Marikina River Channel Improvement Project.
The budget also dedicates funds for projects like the Post-Ondoy and Pepeng Short Term Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project and the Pinatubo Hazard Urgent Mitigation Project.
A significant portion, P100 million, is designated for the desilting, dredging, and cleaning of waterways nationwide.
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