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DEPDev

The Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev) plays a key role in shaping national policies, including revising poverty thresholds, supporting digital transformation through the Konektadong Pinoy Act, and overseeing investigations into government projects. It collaborates with various agencies to ensure economic planning and development align with national goals, such as improving food security, enhancing internet access, and addressing irregularities in infrastructure projects. DEPDev's work is crucial in driving inclusive growth and ensuring government programs effectively serve the Filipino people.

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This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage. It was last updated on Thu, September 11, 2025 at 4:18 PM

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Recent developments on DEPDev

Wed, September 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM

DOE, ADB prepare P250M geothermal de-risking facility

A $250 million geothermal de-risking facility is being prepared by the Department of Energy (DOE) in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev).

Mon, September 1, 2025 at 8:37 PM

DEPDev to revise food poverty threshold in 2026

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) will revise the country's food poverty threshold in 2026, acknowledging the current P64 per person per day figure is outdated and insufficient.

Sat, August 30, 2025 at 7:43 PM

PBBM suspends regular milled, well-milled rice imports for 60 days

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a 60-day suspension of regular milled and well-milled rice imports, effective from September 1 to October 30, 2025.

Mon, August 25, 2025 at 5:17 PM

DEPDev backs KP Act to boost digital economy

The Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) strongly supports the Konektadong Pinoy (KP) Act, hailing it as a transformative reform for the nation's digital landscape despite objections from major telecommunications companies.

Mon, August 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM

Anti-graft group wants independent probe on flood control projects

A new anti-corruption group, Artikulo Onse, is urging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to form an independent body to investigate alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

Mon, August 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM

New law to ensure cheaper, faster internet nationwide

The newly enacted 'Konektadong Pinoy' law, also known as the Open Access in Data Transmission Act, is expected to ensure cheaper, faster, and more reliable internet service nationwide.

Wed, August 20, 2025 at 1:46 PM

Palace happy Philippines nears upper middle-income status

Malacañang expressed happiness over the Philippines nearing upper middle-income status, attributing this progress to the administration's economic efforts.

Sun, August 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM

PBBM reorganizes ED Council

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reorganized the Economic and Development Council (ED Council) through Administrative Order No. 37, effective retroactively from April 27, 2025.

Tue, August 12, 2025 at 1:09 PM

PBBM trusts DPWH Sec. Bonoan amid flood control project review

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. continues to trust DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan despite an ongoing review into potential irregularities in flood control projects.

Mon, August 11, 2025 at 10:21 AM

IBON: Rise in part-time jobs signals decline in job quality

The IBON Foundation, a think tank, reports that the increase in part-time employment in the Philippines indicates a decline in job quality.