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P7.7B earmarked for airports upgrade
A total of P7.7 billion has been allocated for the upgrade of 15 airports across the Philippines under the 2025 budget, as part of the Aviation Infrastructure Program.
The funding aims to improve air travel, boost tourism, support businesses, and create jobs, aligning with President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.'s goal to upgrade the country's airports.
Tacloban Airport will receive the largest share with P2.3 billion.
Pag-asa Island Airport will be given P1.65 billion for infrastructure development amid lingering tensions with Beijing.
Other airports receiving significant allocations include Laoag International Airport (P750 million) and Bacon Airport (P360 million).
New allocations include P280 million for Virac Airport, P250 million for Candon Airport, P200 million each for New Dumaguete Airport, New Manila International Airport, and Camotes Airport, and P180 million for Camiguin Airport.
The funds will be used for the construction, rehabilitation, and improvement of runways, taxiways, ramps, terminals, control towers, and navigational equipment.
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