PBBM orders 50% slash in infra project costs starting 2026

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed government agencies with infrastructure projects to slash construction material costs by up to 50%, mirroring the Department of Public Works and Highways' (DPWH) initiative.

This directive applies to various agencies including the Department of Education, Department of Agriculture, Department of the Interior and Local Government, Department of Health, Department of Transportation, and the National Irrigation Administration.

The cost reduction is expected to halve the expenses for projects such as farm-to-market roads, classrooms, hospitals, and irrigation canals starting in 2026.

President Marcos emphasized that the quality of construction will not be compromised, stating that the only thing being weakened is corruption.

The savings generated from these cost cuts will be reallocated to support other social programs, ensuring greater accountability and benefit for citizens.